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Franklin High School

Franklin High School is a part of the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL). The PIL is a vibrant, urban-based conference with a wide range of field types and conditions. The league includes Grant, Cleveland, Ida B. Wells, Lincoln, McDaniel, Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Franklin. It is known for both historic rivalries and diverse field challenges—often dictated by space, infrastructure, and neighborhood layout.

Field Location: 5405 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR 97206

Left Field 304 ft.

Right Field 318 ft.

Center Field 361 ft.

Backstop 32 ft.

Strategy: Balanced Play

  • No extreme dimensions—position OF traditionally.
  • Use this field to play straight-up, fundamental defense.
  • Catchers can take more risks on passed balls with a bigger backstop.
  • Defensive shifts should be situational rather than field-driven.

Offensive Game Plan

  • Contact hitters can thrive with a middle-oppo approach.
  • Use the full field; don’t sell out for power.
  • Take advantage of the turf by putting the ball in play and running hard.

Here’s how Franklin compares to other fields in their conference:

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Jefferson High School

Jefferson High School is a part of the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL). The PIL is a vibrant, urban-based conference with a wide range of field types and conditions. The league includes Grant, Cleveland, Ida B. Wells, Lincoln, McDaniel, Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Franklin. It is known for both historic rivalries and diverse field challenges—often dictated by space, infrastructure, and neighborhood layout.

Field Location: 5210 N Kerby Ave, Portland, OR 97217

Left Field 340 ft.

Right Field 276 ft.

Center Field 292 ft.

Backstop 25 ft.

Strategy: Patrol the Quirks

  • CF must cheat in—obstruction limits depth and tracking.
  • Gaps can become blind spots; outfielders must back each other up.
  • Infield must be alert on relays and anticipate ricochets.
  • Adjust relays and cutoff positions to account for shallow CF.

Offensive Game Plan

  • Drop hits into shallow CF or drive balls up the middle.
  • Smart baserunning can expose the gaps—look for throws offline or slow recoveries.
  • Emphasize opposite-field contact and situational hitting.

Here’s how Jefferson compares to other fields in their conference:

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Roosevelt High School

Roosevelt High School is a part of the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL). The PIL is a vibrant, urban-based conference with a wide range of field types and conditions. The league includes Grant, Cleveland, Ida B. Wells, Lincoln, McDaniel, Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Franklin. It is known for both historic rivalries and diverse field challenges—often dictated by space, infrastructure, and neighborhood layout.

Field Location: 6941 N Central St, Portland, OR 97203

Left Field 294 ft.

Right Field 300 ft.

Center Field 300 ft.

Backstop 16 ft.

Strategy: Chaos Potential

  • Extreme short field—fly balls = danger; outfielders must play shallow and read fast.
  • Infielders must be precise—no room for error with short backstop.
  • Catchers must be ready to block everything—there’s no space behind.
  • Pitchers must disrupt timing with offspeed and elevation; fly balls carry.

Offensive Game Plan

  • Encourage power swings—even routine fly balls have HR potential.
  • Embrace the bunt game; tight turf and small field can cause havoc.
  • Run hard on contact—errors and overthrows often lead to extra bases.

Here’s how Roosevelt compares to other fields in their conference:

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McDaniel High School

McDaniel High School is a part of the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL). The PIL is a vibrant, urban-based conference with a wide range of field types and conditions. The league includes Grant, Cleveland, Ida B. Wells, Lincoln, McDaniel, Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Franklin. It is known for both historic rivalries and diverse field challenges—often dictated by space, infrastructure, and neighborhood layout.

Field Location: 2735 NE 82nd Ave, Portland, OR 97220

Left Field 294 ft.

Right Field 254 ft.

Center Field 348 ft.

Backstop 29 ft.

Strategy: Balanced Approach

  • Outfield fence may change—recon field setup pregame and adjust accordingly.
  • RF is especially short—outfielders must play shallow and react quickly.
  • Infielders must anticipate speedy grounders—prioritize lateral quickness.
  • Control the running game with firm throws and consistent communication.

Offensive Game Plan

  • Perfect for slap hitters and drag bunters—turf and tight fences amplify speed.
  • Target RF with lefty hitters or inside-out swings.
  • Look to advance on throws and take advantage of misplays off short fences.

Here’s how McDaniel compares to other fields in their conference:

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Lincoln High School

Lincoln High School is a part of the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL). The PIL is a vibrant, urban-based conference with a wide range of field types and conditions. The league includes Grant, Cleveland, Ida B. Wells, Lincoln, McDaniel, Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Franklin. It is known for both historic rivalries and diverse field challenges—often dictated by space, infrastructure, and neighborhood layout.

Field Location: Hillsboro Stadium • 4450 NE Century Blvd, Hillsboro, OR 97124

Left Field 311 ft.

Right Field 328 ft.

Center Field 370 ft.

Backstop 19 ft.

Strategy: Fundamentals First

  • With turf and true hops, fielding must be clean—use sound mechanics.
  • OF arms must be strong and accurate to cover the big gaps.
  • Small backstop limits wild pitch risks—focus more on framing and blocking low strikes.
  • Reinforce communication to avoid misplays on deep turf fly balls.

Offensive Game Plan

  • Attack line drives and hustle hard—turf rewards effort.
  • Use team speed to challenge defenders’ transitions on quick turf.
  • Leadoff hitters should prioritize getting on base and pressuring with movement.

Here’s how Lincoln compares to other fields in their conference:

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Ida B. Wells High School

Ida B. Wells High School is a part of the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL). The PIL is a vibrant, urban-based conference with a wide range of field types and conditions. The league includes Grant, Cleveland, Ida B. Wells, Lincoln, McDaniel, Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Franklin. It is known for both historic rivalries and diverse field challenges—often dictated by space, infrastructure, and neighborhood layout.

Field Location: 1151 SW Vermont St, Portland, OR 97219

Left Field 310 ft.

Right Field 315 ft.

Center Field 436 ft.

Backstop 22 ft.

Strategy: Guard the Gaps

  • Enormous center field opens space for extra-base hits—CF must cover deep, corners in slightly.
  • Pitchers should limit mistake pitches middle-in; gap hits can stretch into triples.
  • Prioritize outfield communication and double-cut execution.
  • Backstop isn’t huge but demands active catching—limit free bases on passed balls and wild pitches.

Offensive Game Plan

  • Focus on line drives to the alleys; speed will turn hits into momentum.
  • Encourage aggressive turns and read outfielders’ angles.
  • Hit-and-run opportunities increase if middle infielders are shading toward gaps.

Here’s how Ida B. Wells compares to other fields in their conference:

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Cleveland High School

Cleveland High School is a part of the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL). The PIL is a vibrant, urban-based conference with a wide range of field types and conditions. The league includes Grant, Cleveland, Ida B. Wells, Lincoln, McDaniel, Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Franklin. It is known for both historic rivalries and diverse field challenges—often dictated by space, infrastructure, and neighborhood layout.

Field Location: 2500 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97202

Left Field 317 ft.

Right Field 260 ft.

Center Field 345 ft.

Backstop N/A

Strategy: Defend the Short Porch

  • Right field is a launch pad—shift defense toward right and anticipate elevated fly balls.
  • Outfielders must learn how to handle balls off or through tree branches (trees overhang RF and right-center).
  • 2B and RF should coordinate on deep flares or bloops near the foul line.
  • Pitchers should avoid letting left-handed hitters get their hands extended—keep pitches in or up.

Offensive Game Plan

  • Left-handed hitters should look to lift the ball to right early in counts.
  • Encourage aggressive swings and opposite-field approaches.
  • Situational hitting is key—fly balls to right field can move runners or turn into extra bases.
  • Base runners must remain alert to unpredictable bounces or tree deflections.

Here’s how Cleveland compares to other fields in their conference:

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Grant High School

Grant High School is a part of the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL). The PIL is a vibrant, urban-based conference with a wide range of field types and conditions. The league includes Grant, Cleveland, Ida B. Wells, Lincoln, McDaniel, Roosevelt, Jefferson, and Franklin. It is known for both historic rivalries and diverse field challenges—often dictated by space, infrastructure, and neighborhood layout.

Field Location: 2245 NE 36th Ave, Portland, OR 97212

Left Field 284 ft.

Right Field 307 ft.

Center Field 319 ft.

Backstop 20 ft.

Strategy: Quick Reaction

  • Small outfield dimensions and turf surface mean balls move fast—play outfielders shallow and ready to charge.
  • Defensive reads must be immediate; balls can shoot through gaps or hop off the turf unpredictably.
  • Infielders should work low and quick—anticipate clean hops and adjust to speedy grounders.
  • Pitchers should keep the ball down to avoid dangerous fly balls and rely on inducing ground ball outs.

Offensive Game Plan

  • Utilize team speed: lay down bunts, drag bunts, and use slap hits to apply pressure.
  • Run aggressively—bounces are true and fast, increasing chances to take extra bases.
  • Target the gaps with line drives; once the ball reaches the outfield, it can roll deep.

Here’s how Grant compares to other fields in their conference:

To see how Grant compares to other fields in the Portland Interscholastic League, download the Field Guide today.

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