Robert Weigand

Career Overview

Rob Weigand has competed in the NBBA since 1993, building one of the longest and most versatile careers in league history. A native of Columbus, Ohio, Rob became a cornerstone of Ohio beep baseball and later contributed to programs across the country.

He played for the Columbus Vipers from 1993 to 2001 and again from 2003 to 2007, the Oklahoma City Bombers in 2002, the Cleveland Scrappers in 1994, 2006, 2023, and 2025, the Pennsylvania Wolfpack in 2008, the Southwest Slammers in 2011 and 2015, the Wichita Sonics in 2014, the New Jersey Titans in 2016, the Bayou City Heat from 2017 to 2018 and in 2022, the Philly Fire in 2019, and the USA Legends in 2021.

Rob has appeared in 24 NBBA World Series tournaments, beginning in 1994 and most recently in 2025. He was also named to the NBBA Top 30 Players 30/30 All Time Team covering 1976 through 2006.

World Series All Star Recognition

• 1997 Defensive All Star, 3.5 putout average
• 1998 Defensive All Star, 35 putouts, 3.89 putout average
• 2002 Offensive All Star, .643 batting average
• 2007 Offensive MVP, .679 batting average

These honors reflect his ability to excel on both defense and offense across multiple seasons and teams.

Championship and Competitive Impact

In the early years of organized Ohio beep baseball, Rob was central to the development of the Columbus Vipers. When the Vipers were just getting established in 1993 and 1994, Rob joined the Cleveland Scrappers for the 1994 World Series in Fort Lauderdale. His performance helped lift the Scrappers to the Consolation Championship, a significant milestone for the team.

The competitive rivalry between the Vipers and Scrappers helped elevate both programs and eventually produced several Hall of Fame athletes, including Kevin Burton, Wilbert Turner, Marty Skutnik, and Leonard Williams. Rob’s role in that era was foundational to Ohio’s long term success.

World Series Statistics

In available World Series records, Rob has played 143 games with 568 at bats, 269 runs, 101 strikeouts, 248 putouts, and a .474 batting average.

Notable seasons include:

• 1998 Columbus Vipers, .615 batting average with 35 putouts
• 2002 Oklahoma City Bombers, .643 batting average
• 2006 Cleveland Scrappers, .610 batting average
• 2007 Columbus Vipers, .679 batting average with Offensive MVP honors
• 2017 Bayou City Heat, .632 batting average
• 2023 Cleveland Scrappers, .560 batting average

His consistency across multiple decades demonstrates durability and sustained high level performance.

Other Tournament Honors

Rob earned numerous awards at regional tournaments, including:

• 2003 Defensive All Star, Viper Classic, Columbus
• 2004 Defensive and Offensive honors, Topeka, plus Sportsmanship Award
• 2004 Defensive All Star, Ohio Classic, Cleveland
• 2005 All Tournament Defense and Offense, Viper Classic
• 2006 Defensive and Offensive All Star, Indianapolis, Overall Tournament MVP
• 2006 Offensive All Star, Bolingbrook

In the early Ohio Cup competitions between Columbus and Cleveland, formal awards were not always recorded, but Rob’s contributions during those rivalry years were widely recognized by peers.

Legacy

From his early days helping build the Columbus Vipers to contributing to teams across the country, Rob Weigand has been an all around gifted athlete and steady competitor for more than three decades.

His World Series All Star honors, Offensive MVP award, Top 30 All Time Team recognition, and longevity across 24 World Series appearances firmly establish him among the most accomplished and respected players in NBBA history.