A new collegiate summer baseball team, a part of the 2026 Mid-America League, based in Fort Scott, will begin the season next month. The team name honors the U.S. Army’s 1st Regiment of Dragoons, a mounted infantry unit at Fort Scott National Historic Site in the 1840s.
“The Dragoons are a developmental collegiate league, a wood bat league baseball team,” said Steve Anthony, Dragoons Host Family Coordinator. “There will be 26 players on the team from all over the United States coming to Fort Scott. The Players will be from NCAA Division 1, Division 2, and Division 3 NAIA and Junior Colleges.”
“This will be the first season in Fort Scott. League play starts in late May and will run until late July,” he said. “They will be playing their home games at LaRoche Stadium here in Fort Scott. Folks who decide to house players will receive season tickets as well as discounts at the concession stand.”
“From what I understand, the players will have their own transportation to and from home games, and they require a bed and bathroom, and also provide meals for the players.”
The team is owned by Bill Larsen, managed by Mike Albin, with Justin Miles as General Manager.
The team is still being assembled, but Fort Scott athletes, Lennox Vann and Kanin Brown, among others, have signed on to play with the Dragoons, according to its Facebook page.
From a press release:
Fort Scott Dragoons Announce 2026 Season Schedule
The Fort Scott Dragoons have officially released their 2026 season schedule, featuring a summer packed with competitive baseball and family-friendly entertainment. After starting the season on the road, the Dragoons will host their Opening Night in Fort Scott on May 26.
The upcoming season highlights include:
Competitive Matchups: Key games against the Meridian Blues, Bryan Yard Dogs, and Nacogdoches Niners.
Fan Experience: A full slate of promotions, theme nights, and premium seating options.
Community Focus: Affordable entertainment designed for youth teams, businesses, churches, and local organizations.
Mid America League Action: The league features talented collegiate and professional players dedicated to community connection.