John Kibodeaux
Career Overview
John Kibodeaux competed with the Bayou City Heat from 2001 through 2015 and established himself as one of the premier hitters of his era.
Over 14 NBBA World Series appearances, he combined elite offensive production with steady defensive play, becoming a central figure in one of the league’s strongest teams of the 2000s and early 2010s.
World Series All Star Honors
John earned eight World Series All Star selections, reflecting both his consistency and his ability to perform on the biggest stage.
- 2001 Offense, .692 BA, Cleveland, OH
- 2002 Offense, .686 BA, Glenview, IL
- 2005 Offense, .595 BA, Houston, TX
- 2006 Offense, .711 BA, Cleveland, OH
- 2007 Defense, 33 putouts, Rochester, MN
- 2008 Offense, .667 BA, Houston, TX
- 2009 Offense, .689 BA, Stockton, CA
- 2012 Offense, .707 BA, Ames, IA
His offensive dominance is underscored by five World Series batting averages of .600 or better, including a remarkable .707 performance in 2012.
World Series Statistical Profile
Selected highlights
- 2001 .692 BA
- 2002 .686 BA with 34 putouts
- 2006 .711 BA
- 2008 .667 BA
- 2009 .689 BA
- 2012 .707 BA
John narrowly missed finishing his World Series career with a .600 lifetime batting average, an extraordinary mark given the volume of at bats.
Team Success
John was a key member of the 2002 Bayou City Heat team that captured the NBBA World Series Championship. In that tournament, he batted .686 and recorded 34 putouts, contributing significantly on both sides of the ball.
During his playing career, the Heat also earned six third place finishes at the World Series in 2006, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2013, and 2015.
Defensive Impact
While best known for his bat, John also demonstrated strong defensive ability, compiling 225 career World Series putouts. His 2007 Defensive All Star selection further reflects his versatility and all around skill set.
Legacy
John Kibodeaux stands among the most productive hitters in NBBA World Series history. With eight All Star selections, a career .597 World Series batting average, and a championship season in 2002, he played a central role in the sustained success of the Bayou City Heat.
Additional recognition from regional and weekend tournaments would further highlight the full scope of his contributions to the sport.
Batting & Fielding Statistics
| Year | Team | Pos | G | Def G | AB | R | HR | K | PO | DP | TP | Short | Middle | Deep | Bat Avg | PO/Def G | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Bayou City Heat | player | 6 | 6 | 40 | 20 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .500 | 1.50 | - |
| 2013 | Bayou City Heat | player | 9 | 9 | 49 | 27 | 0 | 10 | 12 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .551 | 1.33 | - |
| 2012 | Bayou City Heat | player | 8 | 8 | 41 | 29 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .707 | 1.75 | Offense All Tournament Team |
| 2011 | Bayou City Heat | player | 9 | 9 | 46 | 24 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .522 | 1.78 | - |
| 2010 | Bayou City Heat | player | 9 | 9 | 47 | 26 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .553 | 1.33 | - |
| 2009 | Bayou City Heat | player | 9 | 9 | 45 | 31 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .689 | 1.56 | Offense All Tournament Team |
| 2008 | Bayou City Heat | player | 8 | 8 | 45 | 30 | 0 | 6 | 21 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .667 | 2.63 | Offense All Tournament Team |
| 2007 | Bayou City Heat | player | 7 | 7 | 35 | 15 | 0 | 7 | 33 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .429 | 4.71 | Ray Marshall Defense All Tournament Team |
| 2006 | Bayou City Heat | player | 7 | 7 | 45 | 32 | 0 | 8 | 24 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .711 | 3.43 | Offense All Tournament Team |
| 2005 | Bayou City Heat | player | 7 | 7 | 37 | 22 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .595 | 1.71 | Offense All Tournament Team |
| 2004 | Bayou City Heat | player | 5 | 5 | 18 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .611 | 0.60 | - |
| 2003 | Bayou City Heat | player | 7 | 7 | 34 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .324 | 1.86 | - |
| 2002 | Bayou City Heat | player | 10 | 10 | 70 | 48 | 0 | 8 | 34 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .686 | 3.40 | Offense All Tournament Team |
| 2001 | Bayou City Heat | player | 6 | 6 | 39 | 27 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0 | - | - | - | - | .692 | 1.50 | Offense All Tournament Team |
| CAREER | 107 | 107 | 591 | 353 | 0 | 77 | 226 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .597 | 2.11 |