The 12th Annual Missouri vs. Illinois High School All-Star Baseball Game is scheduled for July 11 at Veterans Baseball Field in Hannibal, Missouri, bringing together some of the region’s top senior players for a showcase of talent and sportsmanship.
Forty‑seven graduating seniors from 21 high schools across northeast Missouri and west central Illinois will take the field, representing a blend of communities that have honed their skills over the past few years.
Coaching staff
Centralia High School head coach Michael Rogers will guide Team Missouri, supported by assistants Jesse Bohlmeyer and Max Eckerle, who will help shape the roster and strategy.
Across the river, Illini West High School’s Zack Burling serves as head coach for Team Illinois, with a coaching crew that includes Tyler Bruns, Luke Burling, Sean Grosinic and Dart Todd, as well as Pittsfield High School’s Zach Ferguson, who will also contribute as an assistant.
In case inclement weather forces a postponement, the game is slated to be rescheduled for July 12, giving teams a backup day to complete the contest.
The event, organized by local athletic associations, highlights the collaborative spirit between Missouri and Illinois schools and provides a platform for seniors to attract attention from college recruiters and scouts.