Summer baseball built on service, sportsmanship, and community. Competing in North Carolina American Legion Baseball’s senior division, Post 72 gives local high school and college‑eligible athletes a chance to develop, lead, and play the game at a high level.
About Post 72 Baseball
Post 72 fields a Senior American Legion team that plays a competitive summer slate against nearby Posts in North Carolina American Legion Baseball. The program upholds the Legion’s century‑long mission of teaching teamwork, discipline, and citizenship through the game.
North Carolina’s Legion Baseball community is deep and tradition‑rich, with senior teams appearing annually on the state and regional stage.
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2026 Season Eligibility & Tryout Information
Aberdeen American Legion Baseball is excited to begin preparations for the 2026 baseball season and welcomes players interested in competing at a high level while representing the Aberdeen community.
Player Eligibility
To be eligible for the 2026 Aberdeen American Legion Baseball season, players must meet the following requirements:
Age Requirement: Players must be 19 years old or younger as of January 1, 2026, in accordance with American Legion Baseball national rules.
Residency / School Requirement: Players must reside within, or attend a high school located within, the Aberdeen American Legion Baseball territory. Proof of residency or school enrollment may be required.
Amateur Status: All players must maintain amateur status and meet American Legion Baseball participation standards.
Good Standing: Players are expected to demonstrate good character, sportsmanship, and school behavior, as well as comply with all team and league policies.
Players who previously participated in American Legion Baseball remain eligible provided they meet all current season requirements.
2026 Tryout Schedule
Tryouts for the 2026 Aberdeen American Legion Baseball team will be held on:
Saturday, May 2, 10 AM - Armory Park
Saturday, May 9, 10 AM - Armory Park
Tryouts are open to all eligible players, regardless of prior experience with American Legion Baseball.
Tryout sessions will include:
Defensive evaluations at primary and secondary positions
Hitting and baserunning assessments
Pitcher and catcher evaluations (as applicable)
Overall athleticism, effort, and baseball IQ
Player Expectations
Selected players must be able to commit to:
Regular practices and games throughout the summer season
Travel for league and postseason play
Team meetings, community involvement, and adherence to team standards
Registration & Additional Information
All players interested in trying out for the Aberdeen American Legion Baseball 2026 Season must complete the online tryout registration. Please click the link below to provide required player information and ensure eligibility for tryouts.
👉 Register here: https://links.ncpost72.org/Baseball_Registration
For questions regarding eligibility, boundary determination, or the tryout process, players and families are encouraged to contact the Aberdeen American Legion Baseball leadership team.
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Important Announcement from Aberdeen American Legion Post 72
Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of Aberdeen American Legion Post 72 and its members, the Baseball Committee has made the difficult decision to suspend the remainder of the 2026 American Legion Baseball season for the Post 72 Senior Team.
This decision was not made lightly. After careful consideration, the committee acted in the best interest of the Post, American Legion Baseball, and most importantly our players and their families.
We understand how disappointing this news is for our athletes, coaches, supporters, and the community, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and continued support during this time.
Looking ahead, the committee is already focused on the future and is committed to bringing Post 72 Senior Baseball back stronger in 2027. Please stay tuned around the start of the new year for updates and announcements regarding the upcoming season.
Thank you for your continued support of Post 72 Baseball.
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Team Manager - Jerry Palmer
Team Head Coach - Brian NorrisBaseball Program Committee
Chairman: Andrew McLean
Vice Chair: VACANT
Secretary: VACANT
Treasurer: E. Glenn Butler
Post Representative: George Smith
Unit Representative: Lea Chandler
Member-at-Large: VACANT
Member-at-Large: VACANT
