Huntington and Marshall University to Host West Virginia High School Baseball Championships Starting in 2026
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The west Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) has selected Huntington, West Virginia, and Marshall University to host the state high school baseball championships beginning in June 2026. This marks a change from the previous location at GoMart Ballpark in Charleston, which hosted the championships since 2004. The decision follows a statewide bid process and a vote by the WVSSAC board of directors.
A New Home for West Virginia Baseball
The championships will be held at Jack Cook Field on the Marshall University campus. Marshall University Athletics announced the selection, highlighting the facility’s modern amenities. Jack Cook Field is an all-turf facility that opened in 2024 and boasts a seating capacity of 3,500. The tournament is scheduled to take place from June 6-13, 2026, according to the WVSSAC.
“We are grateful for the interest shown by communities across West Virginia in hosting the baseball championships,” said WVSSAC Executive Director Wayne Ryan in a press release. “The City of Huntington and Marshall University presented a strong proposal, and we’re excited to partner with them to provide a high-quality championship experience for student-athletes, coaches, and fans at a premier facility.”
Recognizing Charleston’s Long-Standing Support
The WVSSAC also expressed gratitude to the City of Charleston for its 20-year commitment to hosting the championships.
“We also want to extend our sincere thanks to the City of Charleston and our partners ther who have supported and taken great care of the baseball championships for many years,” Ryan stated. “Charleston continues to play a vital role in hosting several state championship events, and we value the strong relationship we’ve built with them over time.” Charleston will continue to host other WVSSAC state championship events.
Key Takeaways:
* new Location: The West Virginia high school baseball championships will move to Jack Cook Field at Marshall University in Huntington, WV, starting in 2026.
* Modern Facility: Jack Cook Field is a new, all-turf facility with a 3,500-person seating capacity.
* Dates: The 2026 tournament is scheduled for June 6-13.
* Charleston’s Role: The City of Charleston is thanked for its 20 years of hosting and will continue to host other WVSSAC championships.
This move aims to provide a modern and enhanced experience for players, coaches, and fans, while also recognizing the valuable contributions of Charleston to West Virginia high school athletics. the WVSSAC looks forward to a successful partnership with Huntington and Marshall University in the years to come.