Host Families

Life changing, rewarding and memorable

Host a Kelowna Falcon

The Kelowna Falcons are in search of host families for the upcoming season.

Each summer, talented collegiate athletes from across Canada and the United States travel to Kelowna to compete in the West Coast League. Because these players are away from home for the season, they rely on generous local families to provide a welcoming place to stay.

Billeting is a long-standing tradition in collegiate summer baseball and can be a rewarding experience for both players and host families. Host families often build lasting friendships while sharing their home, their community, and the excitement of Falcons baseball. For players, billeting offers the opportunity to experience life in the Okanagan while focusing on their development both on and off the field.

Our dedicated Billet Coordinator works closely with both families and players to ensure a positive experience for everyone involved. Families are supported throughout the season, and players are expected to respect household guidelines and represent the Falcons organization with professionalism and appreciation.

Host Family Responsibilities

Host families are asked to provide:

A safe, clean, and supportive home environment
A bedroom and basic living accommodations
A welcoming environment that helps players feel part of the household

Families should also communicate with the Billet Coordinator if any concerns arise during the season.

Player Expectations

Players who are billeted with local families are expected to:

Be respectful, courteous, and appreciative guests
Follow all household rules and expectations
Assist around the home when appropriate
Represent the Kelowna Falcons and their host family in a positive manner

Interested in Becoming a Host Family?

Hosting a Falcons player is a wonderful way to support collegiate athletes while becoming part of the Falcons community.

If you’re interested in learning more about the billet program, please contact our Billet Coordinator, Karen Nonis, at (250) 717-6870 or reach out by email for more information

Host Family FAQ

What is a billet?

When a Kelowna Falcons player makes the roster from outside of Kelowna, he moves to Kelowna to play for the Falcons. Billeting is when a Falcons player, between the ages of 18 and 21, lives with a family while away from home during the summer baseball season.

Do billet families get paid?

Host families receive a grocery allowance, two season tickets and a special BBQ at the end of the season.

What is expected of a Falcons billet family?

A billet family is required to provide the following:

A private bed for each player (players can share a room with another player, but need to have their own bed)
Access to a bathroom
Meals/food for player(s) when they are in town
Access to your laundry equipment (players do their own laundry)
Assist with arranging player transportation to/from the ballpark as needed (some players will have their own vehicles and often players will carpool with each other)