The Class AA Pre-Season Coaches Poll is Here!
North Dakota American Legion Baseball has released the 2026 Class AA Preseason Coaches Poll, with Fargo Post 2 taking the top spot heading into the new season. West Fargo, Bismarck Post 1, Fargo Post 400, and Minot Post 26 round out the top five. Congratulations to all programs recognized in this year’s preseason rankings, and best of luck to every team as they prepare for the 2026 season.
Jeremy Samdahl Class B Commissioner
The North Dakota American Legion Athletic Committee is pleased to announce that Jeremy Samdahl has been appointed as the North Dakota American Legion Baseball Class B Commissioner.
North Dakota Baseball Player’s Cardiac Arrest Changes His Hometown
14-year-old Dex Avdem of Thompson, N.D., survived cardiac arrest during a baseball game. His story inspired his schools statewide to equip fields with portable AEDs for lifesaving preparedness. Read the full story below. https://www.inforum.com/news/north-dakota/north-dakota-baseball-players-cardiac-arrest-has-changed-his-hometown
Hall of Fame Class of 2025
American Legion Class B Commissioner Eugene Kachena presents Brian Weisz with his North Dakota American Legion Hall of Fame Award during the opening ceremonies of the Legion tournament.
Eugene Kachena and Rodney Kadlec Honored
The North Dakota American Legion Baseball program proudly recognized Eugene Kachena, State Class B Commissioner and Rodney Kadlec, District #5 Class B Commissioner, for their dedicated service on the North Dakota Legion Athletic Committee during the 2025 yearin-review fall meeting.
2026 Season Important Dates
Here are some important dates to remember about the upcoming 2026 season.
2025 Year-End Meeting
The North Dakota American Legion Baseball Year-End Meeting will be held Friday, October 17, and Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Bismarck Amvets Club.
Fargo Jets are Class A State Champs
Read more to see the final bracket.
West Fargo are Class AA State Champs
Congratulations to the West Fargo Patriots! “Huge shoutout to the West Fargo Patriots on being crowned champions of the North Dakota State AA American Legion Baseball Tournament! Your hard work, teamwork, and determination have paid off in a big way!” – Williston Parks and Recreation District
Storm wins Class A EAST!
