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ILLIANA 697 PATRIOTS
GAME MONDAY JULY 7, 2026 vs Palos Park @ Irving Field Columbia & Chicago Aves. Hammond, Ind. 6:00pm
GAME WEDNESDAY 7/8/26 vs Bourbannais Braves@ Irving Field Columbia & Chicago Aves. Hammond, Ind. 6:15pm
GAME W SATURDAY-DL HDR 7/11/26 vs HERMIT OUTLAWS @ Irving Field Columbia & Chicago Aves. Hammond, Ind. 6:15pm
The Roster for the 2026 American Legion Illiana 697 Patriots summer team- age 13 thru 17 has been filled. We are CURRENTLY RESERVING roster spots for the 2027 SUMMER SEASON.
You must be born in 2008 or later to be eligible for Junior (AA) or Senior (AAA) teams, while those born in 2007 there will be a Senior Team.
Our players thrive in a supportive environment that fosters growth and development.
For the 2027 American Legion Baseball summer season, eligibility is based on birth year. Generally, players born in 2008 later are eligible for Junior (AA).
Senior (AAA) teams, while be organized for 2season.
The American Legion 2927 American Legion Age Eligibility Highlights
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Junior Legion (17U/AA): Players born in 2010 or later (often 14–17 year olds).
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Ineligible: Players born in 2007 or earlier.
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Key Date: Player ages are usually determined as of Jan. 1, 202
2026 AGE MATRIX PDF(click here)
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