Springfield Post 176
🙋 How to Join Springfield Post 176
Open to players from John R. Lewis High School, Lake Braddock Secondary, South County High School, West Springfield High School who meet American Legion age eligibility (graduating classes within the ALB window).
- Submit your interest — use the button below. Takes about 2 minutes. No commitment required.
- Doug Hook or a district representative will reach out — typically within a day or two to answer questions and share tryout details.
- Roster Spot Confirmed — If the coach adds you to the roster, you’ll receive an email with a personal link to complete your official registration.
- Complete Registration — Your personal link opens a pre-filled registration form. Review your info, sign the code of conduct, and submit.
- Pay Your Team Fee & Play Ball — Team fees vary by program, typically $150–$400. Pay online or bring a check payable to your Post, then you’re officially on the team.
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📍 Area Served
Springfield, Burke, Lorton, and the Franconia area of southern Fairfax County. Players from West Springfield, Lake Braddock, South County, and John R. Lewis High School attendance zones.
We recruit players who live in the attendance zones for John R. Lewis High School, Lake Braddock Secondary, South County High School, West Springfield High School.
Contact the coach to confirm eligibility.
🧢 Players From Your School
West Springfield High School
7 players
Lake Braddock Secondary (HS)
3 players
South County High School
3 players
Immanuel Christian School
2 players
Bishop Ireton High School
1 player
Lewis High School
1 player
🏟️ About the Program
Springfield Post 176 competes in District 17 American Legion Baseball — a full 9-inning summer league serving Northern Virginia drawing players from John R. Lewis High School, Lake Braddock Secondary, South County High School, West Springfield High School. The season runs June through July, with qualifying teams advancing to state tournament play.
American Legion Baseball provides the structured, high-rep summer competition that college programs look for. District 17 teams have consistently produced players who go on to compete at the collegiate level.
💰 Why American Legion vs. Travel Ball?
American Legion Baseball offers a competitive, community-based alternative to expensive travel programs —
at a fraction of the cost. Players develop alongside teammates from their own high schools and neighborhoods,
competing across Northern Virginia's District 17 circuit with full umpired games, standings, and playoffs.
American Legion
$150–$400
fees vary by team
Club / Travel Ball
$3,000+
typical club season
Legion Baseball has a long history of developing players who go on to compete at the college and professional levels.
Our District 17 schedule runs June through July with regional playoff opportunities.
