2026 Northwest Regional
Eight teams. Seven Northwest states. Five days at Harry & David Field. One ticket to the American Legion World Series in Shelby, North Carolina.
The official 2026 schedule is set: eight teams, double-elimination, five days at Harry & David Field. Game numbers, pairings, and first-pitch times are below — the state-champion names fill in as each Region 7 state tournament concludes in late July. All times Pacific and subject to change.
The official 8-team double-elimination grid for the Region 7 Northwest Regional. State-champion names fill in once all Region 7 state tournaments conclude in late July. Download official matchup sheet • Follow @_medford_mustangs for real-time updates.
One of the most picturesque ballparks in the Pacific Northwest — and a fitting host for a regional with this much on the line. Sweeping Rogue Valley views, a manicured playing surface, and a passionate Southern Oregon fanbase have made Harry & David Field a regional-tournament staple for generations.
Harry & David Field has been the home of Oregon's winningest American Legion program for decades. Five regional championships have been won on this field, alongside 18 state titles and a player development pipeline that's produced 28 MLB Draft Picks. Every square foot of the place tells a piece of Pacific Northwest baseball history.
Visiting players and coaches consistently rank it among the prettiest ballparks they've competed at. Mountain backdrops, Rogue Valley sunsets, and warm Southern Oregon evenings give every game a postcard quality — the kind of setting where you remember the night, not just the score.
Regional week is one of Medford's biggest tourism weeks of the year — teams, scouts, families, and traveling fans book up the Rogue Valley fast. Below is a starting point. Lock in rooms as early as you can, especially if you need a block for your team or supporter group.
One of the closest hotels to the ballpark. Pet-friendly, off I-5, free hot breakfast, indoor pool, and EV charging on-site.
About a mile from the sports complex. Free breakfast, heated outdoor pool and hot tub, free parking, business center.
Suite-style rooms with kitchen prep areas and storage — ideal for teams traveling with families or longer stays.
All-suite property with full kitchens, dishwashers, hot breakfast, outdoor grills, and on-site laundry. Great for team groups.
Full-service hotel with on-site restaurant, fitness center, and easy access to the ballpark, downtown, and the airport.
Boutique-feel hotel in downtown Medford with on-site dining and walkable access to bars, restaurants, and shops.
Regional week is also peak summer in Southern Oregon — world-class wineries, an hour to Crater Lake, the Rogue River, and one of the best summer arts festivals in the West. If you're traveling in for the regional, leave time to explore. Here's where to start.
Less than an hour from Medford. Sapphire-blue water, volcanic cliffs, and one of the deepest lakes in the world. A perfect off-day trip during regional week.
Whitewater rafting and high-speed jet boat tours. Rogue Jet Boat Adventures and Hellgate Jetboat Excursions are local favorites.
The Rogue Valley is Oregon's southern wine country. Visit Roxy Ann Winery, 2Hawk Vineyard, Rogue Creamery (world-class cheese), and Lillie Belle Farms.
Iconic flat-topped volcanic plateaus just north of Medford. Two trails (Upper and Lower Table Rock) with valley-wide views — great for early morning before evening games.
Summer-long outdoor concert series in nearby historic Jacksonville. National acts under the stars in one of the most unique amphitheaters in the West — in full swing during regional week.
Eagle Point Golf Club (Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship layout), Bear Creek Toptracer Range, and Golf Garage indoor sim bays in Phoenix.
Twenty minutes south is Ashland, home of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival — one of the largest theatre festivals in North America. Walkable downtown, world-class theatre, great food.
A National Historic Landmark gold-rush town just minutes from Medford. Boutique shopping, historic architecture, and the entrance to the Britt Festival grounds.
The American Legion Baseball Northwest Regional — officially Region 7 — is one of eight regional tournaments that decide the field for the American Legion World Series. Eight teams from seven Western states play five days of double-elimination baseball; the winner books a flight to Shelby, North Carolina.
For more than 100 years, American Legion Baseball has shaped young athletes through competition, sportsmanship, and citizenship. Yogi Berra, Ted Williams, and countless MLB stars all came up through this program. Hosting Region 7 is a privilege we don't take lightly — we're carrying forward a tradition that's bigger than any single tournament.
Visit Legion.org/BaseballThe 2026 Region 7 Northwest Regional runs August 5–9, 2026 at Harry & David Field in Medford, Oregon. Bracket play opens Wednesday, August 5, and runs through the championship rounds Sunday, August 9 (with an "if-necessary" final, as needed).
Region 7 (Northwest) comprises seven states: Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming. Each state's AAA American Legion champion qualifies. With the host team included, the regional field is eight teams.
The Northwest Regional champion advances to the American Legion World Series at Veterans Field at Keeter Stadium in Shelby, North Carolina. The ALWS is the national championship of American Legion Baseball — eight regional champions, one national title.
Seeding for Region 7 is determined by American Legion Baseball — typically a combination of host designation, state-tournament finish, and historical performance. The official bracket is released in the days following the final state tournament in late July.
Tournament passes are $40.00 and day tickets are $10.00. Children 12 & under and all active / inactive military receive free admission. Streaming details for the 2026 regional will be posted closer to the event.
Streaming details for the 2026 regional will be confirmed and posted closer to the event — the host venue typically partners with American Legion Baseball's national stream and/or local broadcasters. Stream links will be live on this page during tournament week.
Rogue Valley International–Medford Airport (MFR) is about 15 minutes from the ballpark, with daily nonstops to Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Denver, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. Rental cars are available on-site. For Region 7 teams driving, I-5 connects directly to Washington and Northern California; I-84 and I-80 feed in from Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Hawaii's champion flies into MFR.
Most regional teams stay within a 5–10 minute drive of the ballpark. Suite-style properties (Homewood Suites, TownePlace Suites) are popular for week-long stays. For team blocks or recommendations from past visiting programs, email medfordmustangs@gmail.com.
Absolutely. Concessions are open during games, kids are welcome, and regional week has a great big-tournament atmosphere. Bring sunscreen, water, and a hat — early August in Medford is warm and sunny, with day games into the 90s.
Reach out anytime — medfordmustangs@gmail.com or the contact form. We try to respond within a day or two during the season. Media inquiries are welcome.
