The West Coast League (WCL) is a collegiate summer baseball league in the United States, primarily located in the Pacific Northwest. Founded in 2005, the league features teams made up of college players who compete during the summer months to gain experience and showcase their skills. The WCL is known for its high level of competition and serves as a platform for players to potentially advance to professional baseball. The league consists of various teams from cities in states like Washington, Oregon, and California. Each team plays a schedule of games, culminating in a playoff system to determine the league champion. The WCL is affiliated with the NCAA and emphasizes player development, community engagement, and fan enjoyment.