American Legion Baseball

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American Legion Baseball is a variety of amateur baseball played by teenage boys in 45 states in the USA.

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[edit] Purpose

According to the American Legion, the purpose of American Legion Baseball is to give young men "an opportunity to develop their skills, personal fitness, leadership qualities, and to have fun." [1]

[edit] History

The American Legion has sponsored American Legion Baseball since 1925.

[edit] Participation

The website of American Legion Baseball lists state champions for 45 states. [2]

[edit] Pledge

Before each game, players recite the following pledge:

I will keep the rules.

I will keep faith with my teammates.

I will keep my temper.

I will keep a stout heart in defeat.

I will keep my pride under in victory.

I will keep myself fit.

I will keep a sound soul, a clean mind, and a healthy body.

[edit] Notes

  1. ^ National Baseball Site
  2. ^ National Baseball Site