Since 1925, The American Legion has sponsored a nationwide
youth baseball program.  During these past eight decades, millions
of young players have enjoyed playing baseball.  The American Legion
and their 2.8 million members have raised millions of dollars each
year for players to learn the importance of teamwork, discipline,
leadership and good sportsmanship.  The American Legion sponsors
American Legion Baseball to give players an opportunity to develop
their skills, personal fitness, leadership qualities and to have fun .