SUMTER, S.C. — One of South Carolina’s most historic baseball venues is once again in the spotlight as Riley Park hosts a critical stretch of the 2026 South Carolina American Legion Baseball postseason. Days 3 through 5 of both the Senior Division and Junior AAA State Championship tournaments are set to unfold in Sumter, bringing together top teams from across the state in a high-stakes, double-elimination format.

The Junior AAA State Tournament will take over Riley Park from July 17–19, featuring Days 3–5 of competition as teams battle through the decisive rounds of the bracket. The format shifts into double elimination at this stage, intensifying the pressure as clubs fight to stay alive and advance toward a state title.

Just days later, the Senior Division State Tournament arrives in Sumter, with Days 3–5 scheduled for July 24–26 at the same venue. Like the Junior AAA event, the Senior tournament’s latter rounds will also utilize a double-elimination format, ensuring that only the most consistent and resilient teams remain in contention for the championship.

The selection of Riley Park as host site adds a layer of tradition and prestige to the tournaments. Opened in 1934, the ballpark has long been a cornerstone of baseball in South Carolina, hosting everything from minor league affiliates to collegiate programs and American Legion competition. With seating for approximately 2,000 fans, the stadium offers an intimate setting where the intensity of postseason play can be felt pitch by pitch.

Sumter’s deep baseball roots make it a fitting backdrop for championship competition. The city has a rich American Legion legacy, highlighted by the success of its hometown program and decades of high-level play at Riley Park. The venue continues to draw players and fans from across the region, reinforcing its reputation as a hub for summer baseball.

As the tournaments progress into their final days, fans can expect a packed schedule of elimination games, dramatic comebacks, and championship-caliber performances. With state titles on the line and a trip to the next level of postseason play at stake, Riley Park will once again serve as the proving ground for some of South Carolina’s best young baseball talent.

From rising Junior AAA standouts to seasoned Senior Division contenders, the road to a state championship runs through Sumter—and through the historic diamond at Riley Park.