Toyota Field to host 12 high school baseball showdowns starting March 14

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High school baseball teams from across the Tennessee Valley will once again take the field at Toyota Field this spring, with five dates scheduled beginning March 14.

The Madison ballpark, home of the Rocket City Trash Pandas, will host multiple high school matchups throughout March and early April, giving student-athletes the opportunity to compete in a professional stadium.

“Our organization is proud to provide these student-athletes with the opportunity to play in a professional ballpark,” said Garrett Fahrmann, executive vice president and general manager of the Rocket City Trash Pandas. “For many of these players, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It’s special for the athletes, their families, and their communities to create lasting memories at Toyota Field, and we’re honored to play a role in that.”

The schedule opens Saturday, March 14, with a three-game slate featuring James Clemens, Russellville and Hazel Green. Additional dates include March 19, March 26, March 27 and April 6.

Tickets are $10 plus tax per day and include admission to all games played that day. Parking is free. Gates open one hour prior to the first pitch each day.  Tickets for all high school games are available online.

The full 2026 high school schedule includes:

Saturday, March 14
11 a.m. — James Clemens vs. Russellville
1:30 p.m. — Russellville vs. Hazel Green
4 p.m. — Hazel Green vs. James Clemens

Thursday, March 19
2:30 p.m. — East Limestone vs. Wellborn
4:30 p.m. — Wellborn vs. Vinemont
6:30 p.m. — East Limestone vs. Vinemont

Thursday, March 26
Noon — Randolph vs. Geraldine
3 p.m. — Whitesburg Christian Academy vs. New Hope
6 p.m. — Phil Campbell vs. Red Bay

Friday, March 27
1 p.m. — Scottsboro vs. Albertville
3:30 p.m. — Elkmont vs. Lindsay Lane

Monday, April 6
6 p.m. — Bob Jones vs. Madison Academy

Concession stands will be open for each high school game date. Outside food and drinks are not permitted, and the stadium’s clear bag policy will be enforced. AHSAA coaches’ cards will be honored for entry.

In addition to the high school slate, Toyota Field will also host two college games this spring. Jacksonville State will face Alabama A&M on March 18, and The University of Alabama will take on Austin Peay on March 24.

The Trash Pandas open their sixth season at Toyota Field on April 3 against the Biloxi Shuckers.

 

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