The Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame has revealed its Class of 2026, naming Melissa McCants Azevedo, Chis Singleton, Mike Cisco and Nick Ciuffo as the newest inductees. The announcement highlights a distinguished group whose careers have shaped baseball in the Charleston area across high school, college and professional levels.
A legacy of local baseball excellence
The enshrinement ceremony is scheduled for July 26 and will take place on the field before a Charleston RiverDogs game, giving fans a chance to celebrate the contributions of these pioneers while the RiverDogs host their opponents.
Melissa McCants Azevedo dedicated more than two decades to Charleston’s minor league baseball franchise, shaping the city’s baseball culture through player development, community outreach and a steadfast commitment to the sport’s grassroots.
Chis Singleton starred as an outfielder at Charleston Southern University before embarking on a professional career within the Chicago Cubs organization, leaving a lasting imprint on the local talent pipeline and inspiring countless young athletes.
Mike Cisco earned All‑State honors in high school and continued his career at the University of South Carolina, where he helped elevate the program’s national profile and contributed to the region’s rich baseball heritage.
Nick Ciuffo, a native of Mount Pleasant, rose to prominence as a first‑round draft pick and eventually became a Major Leaguer, embodying the aspirational path of many young Charleston players and bringing national attention to the area’s talent pool.
Ceremony details and venue
The induction will be held inside Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, the home of the RiverDogs, a symbolic setting that underscores the Hall of Fame’s deep integration with the city’s baseball ecosystem.
While exact details of the program are still being finalized, organizers have promised to release additional information in the coming weeks, building anticipation among fans, alumni and community leaders eager to honor these distinguished contributors.