The 99th American Legion World Series will see its regional stage kick off on August 5, with 56 teams spread across four competition sites in Massachusetts and North Carolina. The tournaments mark the first step toward the championship games scheduled for mid‑August.
Regional Play Kicks Off Across Two States
Eight‑team regionals open on August 5, while six‑team brackets begin a day later on August 6. Both formats will be staged at venues that include the historic Veterans Field at Keeter Stadium in Shelby, North Carolina, and three locations in Massachusetts.
The new tournament architecture places two regionals at each of two host sites, creating a staggered schedule that spreads competition across the first week of August. Organizers say the layout is designed to give teams varied competition environments while maintaining a compact championship window.
The championship segment will take place at Veterans Field in Shelby from August 13 through August 18, where the final eight teams will converge for the culmination of the series. The event draws participants from across the United States, highlighting the enduring role of the American Legion in promoting youth baseball.