HBCU Swingman Classic

presented by USA Baseball
Players in the HBCU Swingman Classic pose with smiles for camera from the Truist Park dugout.

The HBCU Swingman Classic presented by USA Baseball highlights the history and legacy of HBCU baseball programs. 50 Division-I HBCU baseball players get the opportunity to showcase their talent on a national stage. The student-athletes are selected by a committee that will include Ken Griffey Jr., representatives from MLB and MLBPA, and scouts.

Player in HBCU Swingman Classic readies to swing at Truist Park.
Close call at first base as player in white jersey signals safe while first baseman snags the ball.
Four players pose with the HBCU Classic home plate-shaped trophy while at Truist Park.

HBCU Swingman Classic News

HBCU Swingman Classic presented by USA Baseball

July 2026

Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia, PA

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