American Legion Baseball

American Legion Baseball

American Legion Baseball is a variety of amateur baseball played by teenage boys in 50 states in the USA.

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." [ [http://www.baseball.legion.org/ National Baseball Site ] ]

History

The American Legion has sponsored American Legion Baseball since 1925.

Participation

The website of American Legion Baseball lists state champions for 50 states and Puerto Rico. [ [http://www.baseball.legion.org/deptchamps.php National Baseball Site ] ]

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.

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