Watching Citadel baseball a lot of guys contributing played American Legion Baseball in South Carolina.
• Will Holmes – Inman Post 45
• Michael Gibson - Rock Hill Post 34
• TJ Anderson – Horry Legion
• Andrew Buffkin – Horry Legion
• Jayden Williams – Camden Post 17
• Zach Hunt – Florence Post 1
• Zane Davis - Florence Post 1
• Phillips Daniels – Richland Post 215
• Matt Lively - Chapin Newberry 193/24
• Bryce Coulter - Sumter Post 15
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Fb89-92t93
Sl80-83
Cb74-76
32.0 innings pitched
2-0 (4 saves)
K/BB 6.2
5 walks on the year
31 strikeouts
68 strike percentage on year
4.2 Era
1.1 whip
@cholbrook2 Horry Legion Baseball was fortunate enough to play there the last two summers, and @SamGjormand was truly a 1st class professional! #Legion
American legion World Series on ESPNU… flyovers, espn commentary, packed stadium, and solid baseball. You cannot convince me somebody would rather play a meaningless travel ball tournament
Myth 4: “Legion is old school and outdated.”
Reality: Legion just celebrated its 100th Anniversary.
Over half of MLB Hall of Famers played Legion ball.
Legion remains one of the largest amateur baseball programs focused on player development, leadership, & affordability.
Why Legion?
Myth 2: “College coaches don’t watch Legion ball.”
Reality: Scouts & coaches recruit where talent plays not just where the most expensive uniforms are.
Legion schedules include state tournaments, regionals, and nationals that get scouting attention.
@MOLegionBall
Myth 3: “The more expensive the team, the better the opportunity.”
Reality: Many travel teams charge $2,000–$5,000+ /season & promise exposure
Legion fees are fraction & include insurance, tournament pathways, & community support.
Money doesn’t create talent.
Why Legion?
Myth 1: “Travel teams guarantee college scholarships.”
Reality: Fewer than 2% of all high school players at NCAA Division I. colleges find players through high school and summer including Legion. Coaches care more about skill, grades, and character than the jersey