Butler County Times Gazette EL DORADO, Kansas - As some collegiate baseball seasons come to an end, many players are getting ready for their summer baseball league. The players come from all over the nation and an unsung hero during the season is host families. Host families play a vital role during the baseball season for these athletes. As players start to come to El Dorado, they need a place to stay for a couple of months when they are playing baseball. The main responsibility of a host family is to provide a living accommodation that includes a bed, restroom, shower and an in-home laundry facility.