Five Alabama State players selected for HBCU Swingman Classic in Philadelphia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 7:11 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Five players from Alabama State University have been selected to compete in the fourth annual HBCU Swingman Classic. The event, presented by USA Baseball, will take place on July 10 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Trey Callaway, Niguel Jenkins, Jorhan LaBoy, James Peterson, and Miguel Oropeza will represent the Hornets. Selection was made by a committee including Ken Griffey Jr. and MLB scouts. The game will feature top players from Historically Black Colleges and Universities, with MLB Network covering the event.
- •Event scheduled for July 10 at Citizens Bank Park.
- •Oropeza was named 2026 SWAC Newcomer of the Year.
- •MLB Network to exclusively broadcast the game.
- •Players selected by a committee with MLB and HBCU representatives.
- •Classic highlights top talent from Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
- 7:11 PMYahoo Sports — Five Alabama State baseball players selected for HBCU Swingman Classic
"The fourth annual HBCU Swingman Classic will feature five Alabama State baseball players on the coveted roster.
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