TEAM USA
2026 LABC Worlds
Represent the United States in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. 32+ years of Nation vs. Nation baseball — where future MLB stars are born.
Tryout Countdown
January 31st, 2026 at Premier Ohio Baseball
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Everything You Need to Know
🏟️ 2026 LABC Details
- Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic — July 29 to August 4, 2026
- 4 seeding games followed by Medal Rounds
- Age brackets: 9-10U, 11-12U, 13U, 14U, 15-16U, & 18U
- International baseball rules apply
- Coaches include MLB personnel, NCAA coaches, & top high school coaches
- NCAA showcasing opportunities for high school aged players
🌟 The Legacy
The LABC Worlds is widely considered the most prestigious national showcase bid in travel baseball. Past competitors include future MLB superstars like Juan Soto, Jose Fernandez, David Ortiz, and many more Latino MLB greats. This is where the best go to prove themselves on the international stage.
📍 Tryout Details
- WHERE: Premier Ohio Baseball — 5460 Wegman Drive, Valley City, OH
- WHEN: January 31, 2026 — 3PM (9-13U) | 5PM (14-18U)
- AGES: 9-18U — All position considerations for 2025 & 2026 national teams
- COST: FREE of charge
- AGE CUTOFF: May 1 of the competing year
📋 What to Know
- Show up 40 minutes early to warm up and check in
- Bring your own equipment and water
- Dress to impress — this is your shot
- Parents: please stay for a short informational meeting at the start
✅ Selection Process
- Athletes will be notified of roster selection immediately after the tryout
- A Zoom interview will be scheduled with USA staffing for final selection, event info, & meet-and-greet
- USA staffing will contact the athlete’s parents to schedule the Zoom call
- Make sure the email and phone number you provide during registration are accurate
🏅 How Teams Are Formed
United States teams for the 9-18U divisions are assembled from 40+ national trial events held across the country, attracting over 4,000 baseball players every year. USA coaching staffing includes MLB personnel, NCAA baseball coaches, and national high school baseball coaches and player developers.
📧 Organization Information
- Website: bigleagueedge.com/usa-labc-national-baseball-teams
- Questions? Email Jim@bigleagueedge.com
- Tryout Location: Premier Ohio Baseball — 5460 Wegman Drive, Valley City, OH
- Premier Phone: 440-376-8853
Competing Nations
Nations that have competed throughout the 32+ year history of the LABC Worlds
Age Brackets
Your Path to Team USA
Step 1 — Register
Sign up for the free tryout at Premier Ohio on January 31, 2026. It’s completely free — no excuses.
Step 2 — Show Up & Show Out
Arrive 40 minutes early, bring your gear, and give it everything you’ve got. Dress to impress.
Step 3 — Get Selected
Athletes are notified of roster selection immediately after the tryout. No waiting around.
Step 4 — Zoom Interview
USA staffing schedules a Zoom call with selected athletes for final selection, event details, and a meet-and-greet.
Step 5 — Represent the USA
Head to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (July 29 – August 4, 2026) and compete for gold on the international stage.
