The 2026 American Legion Baseball regionals and World Series hub is now live, heralding the start of a national postseason that kicks off on August 5 and culminates with the World Series on August 13. Six host sites across the country will stage the early rounds, featuring state champions from 49 states plus Puerto Rico alongside the predetermined regional hosts.
Postseason Schedule
Regional play runs from August 5 through August 9, after which eight champions will advance to the 99th American Legion World Series. The championship events will be held at Veterans Field at Keeter Stadium in Shelby, North Carolina, where the semifinals will air on ESPNU on August 17 and the final game on August 18.
All regional games will be streamed live online, with detailed schedules available on each regional’s dedicated page. From August 13 to 16, pool‑play matchups will broadcast on ESPN3, providing nationwide access to the competition.
Where to Watch
Fans can stay updated through the official #ALWS26 hashtag on social media and by downloading the refreshed American Legion World Series app, now offered on the Apple Store and Google Play. The updated app consolidates postseason information, ensuring that followers have real‑time scores, brackets and venue details at their fingertips.
With the hub officially launched, the stage is set for a summer of baseball that will bring together the nation’s top amateur talent under the bright lights of ESPN’s coverage.