HBCU Swingman Classic
The HBCU Swingman Classic powered by the MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation (YDF) is an annual All-Star experience for baseball student-athletes from Division-I programs at Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU). The philanthropic & educational event, which will center around an HBCU ¡°All-Star Game,¡± will be held during 2025 MLB All-Star Week at Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves.
The HBCU Swingman Classic will highlight the history and legacy of HBCU baseball programs while also providing 50 HBCU players with the opportunity to showcase their talent on a national stage. The student-athletes will be selected by a committee that will include YDF Ambassador & Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. alongside representatives from MLB and MLBPA, as well as scouts.
Ticket and event information coming soon!
HBCU Swingman Classic News
July 11-15, 2025
Atlanta, Georgia
