Baseball talent from across Arkansas will take center stage this fall as nine two-year colleges come together for the first-ever Natural State Baseball Showcase, scheduled for October 10–11, 2025, at Dickey-Stephens Park at CHI St. Vincent Field.
The groundbreaking event was officially announced during a press conference held Thursday afternoon at Dickey-Stephens Park. Media members, college representatives, and baseball enthusiasts gathered to hear details about the showcase, which aims to highlight the talent and potential of student-athletes from across the Natural State.
“This is more than just a game—it’s a celebration of Arkansas’s rising talent and the strength of our two-year college baseball programs,” said Dr. Steve Rook, Chancellor of ASU Three Rivers and spokesperson for the event. “The showcase will give student-athletes a chance to shine on a larger stage and open doors for future opportunities.”
The Natural State Baseball Showcase will feature players from the following nine two-year colleges:
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Arkansas State University Mid-South Greyhounds
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Arkansas State University-Mountain Home Trailblazers
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Arkansas State University Three Rivers Eagles
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National Park College Nighthawks
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North Arkansas College Pioneers
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South Arkansas College Stars
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Southeast Arkansas College Sharks
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Southern Arkansas University Tech Rockets
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University of Arkansas Rich Mountain Bucks
The two-day showcase is designed to give players increased exposure to four-year college recruiters, professional scouts, and local fans. Organizers say the event is also about fostering connections among institutions committed to developing the next generation of baseball talent.
SeArk College head baseball coach Toby Cornejo spoke with Deltaplex News to give his thoughts on the event.
