Baseball

State Baseball Tournament Returns to Huntington This Week

Thirty-two teams converge for championship as local businesses prepare for a surge of visitors

The tournament will showcase thirty‑two high school baseball teams competing over seven days in Huntington, West Virginia, as they vie for the state championship title.

Host Facility and Logistics

Andrew Brown, Marshall’s associate athletics director, highlighted the opportunity to stage the event at a first‑class facility that meets the growing demands of modern competition.

Ticketing and Parking Details

Tickets are sold online through the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission, while parking is provided at the softball field lot and the west lot of the Joan C. Edwards Football Stadium for a flat fee of $10.

Local Businesses Embrace the Event

The Marshall Hall of Fame Cafe is adding new menu items and expanding its staff to handle the influx of visitors expected during the tournament.

Luke Cassidy, a local advocate, urged out‑of‑town attendees to shop local, emphasizing the economic benefit for Huntington’s merchants.

Looking Ahead

Beyond the games, organizers hope the tournament will leave a lasting impression, with the cafe expressing interest in continuing to host fans after the final game.

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