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THE US MILITARY ALL*STARS

2022

Post Covid Return – SEE SCHEDULE 2022

2020-2021

Restricted to Base due to Covid-19

2018-2019

‘Bigger than a game’: US Military All-Stars come out to shine against Northwest Indiana Oilmen By DAVE MELTON. Tim Duncan, a lieutenant junior grade in the Coast Guard, said his childhood dream was to be a professional baseball player. But as he grew up, Duncan has learned to appreciate the game in every form.“It’s always been bigger than a game,” Duncan said. “Here, you get to experience that firsthand.” READ MORE

As the All*Stars Takes on the drive from Wa. State to the MidWest, major storms caused hundreds of miles of hotels to be booked. The buses and Heroes of the Diamond, pull into a shopping center parking lot to rest. Causing the team to have to drive less distance needed to NOT HAVE TO DRIVE so much the day of the first game in the MidWest. Not one Military man complains of the 8 hrs drive, now needed just to arrive on time for the scheduled game. Tank Stone says, “they will do their duty and shake it off to represent! Thank God this old man doesn’t have to swing with the All*Stars, I don’t think I can shake as I did as a younger man” as he laughed!!

Sweets down Military All-Stars, 9-3 The Walla Walla Sweets opened a six-game homestand at Borleske Stadium in fine fashion Thursday night with a 9-3, non-West Coast League victory over the Military All-Stars in a game much closer than the final tally suggests. READ MORE

Servicemen raise awareness through playing baseball | RIDGEFIELD — With their first game of the summer in a lightning delay, several players from the U.S. Military All-Star team stood in the outfield with members of the Showtime 18U baseball squad. They laughed, had some friendly competition and got to know one another as the rain drenched the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex. The game, which was part of the Hanson Cossman Tournament, was eventually cancelled. Still, there was valuable lessons to be learned. “I think we’re all still little kids at heart,” said Tim Duncan, a member of the U.S. Coast Guard out of Seattle. “When I was their age, it was all competition. … We’re out here spreading the love. At the end of the day, it’s a bigger picture than stepping on ballfields.” READ MORE

“Our own returning Navy Seal Daniel Vargas, was able to Fly in for the Tournament in the multiple stadiums we played in WA. Although his new partner Thor missed his Friend, Danny was only gone for one week. That’s all we could get him, but what a week for the 3 time returning All*Star!! Navy Seal Daniel Vargas helped his team known as the Heroes of the Diamond, to come, to be seen and to take note of! Showing his pitching skills and determination to kick butt, with a smile. Cmdr Stone with his own smile said,” like a fine wine he gets better each year, but doesn’t age”. LOL

Like the 30 plus players just this season, Danny will not be able to visit next season, our 30th Anniversary. He will be protecting our Freedoms, God speed my brother! Stone says and adds, These brave warfighters coming in from the Battlefield to the Ballfield, “ It’s more than Just Baseball”. They Honor all Veterans along the tour route, they Honor the Fallen & Gold Star Families, but yet find the time to play America’s favorite pastime Baseball and pretty darn good too. They held a kids clinic today & last week worked and played with the Handicapped kids from the Miracle League of WA.

Does it give you a chill, a sense of comfort, that a young man like that is who is now returning “ From the Ballfield to the Battlefield “ to protect your family’s freedom? Well it does MINE! Now imagine all of these Heroes, all of each of the 5 Branches of service they represent and all of their hometown folks & families supporting them, feel the warmth, the comfort? We Stand for our Flag, our Heroes and our Country. God bless our 2019 team & God Bless the USA. Be safe Danny & Thor too!!

Military All-Stars: Armed forces join forces to form baseball squad! Now in its 30th season, the 2019 U.S. Military All-Stars begin their tour in Clark County this week They arrived in the region last week, most meeting each other for the first time. They practiced at the University of Portland, training for a tour of Washington and then the Midwest. They have yet to play a game but in so many ways beyond the sport, this just might be the finest baseball team ever assembled. Talk about your Dream Teams. READ MORE

HAPPY 40TH Anniversary to Tank and his wife MJ.

We have a new national sponsor, let’s give a warm welcome to our official naming rights sponsor this year, State Farm Insurance. “Like a good neighbor State Farm is there”. We are so glad that they are there for the All-Stars this year. Our Tour in our 29th Season will be called the State Farm “Red, White, and Blue” Tour featuring the U.S. Military All-Stars.

The All*Stars are proud to be working with top Commands in Recruiting, for all Branches across the country. Our “Red, White & Blue Tour” covers over 22 states over the next few years and can make hundreds of recruits real happy to be sworn in during the All*Stars special Pre-Game Ceremonies, in front of thousands of cheering fans.

With as many top players in the service swinging with the All*Stars this season, we want to thank all of the Scouts coming from around the Country to see these, “Heroes of the Diamond”. It makes many proud that these young men who put their own Baseball careers on the back burner to put Duty and service to Country first. Here’s to all of you that your Dreams of playing with the Pros may still come true! God bless your sacrifices & bless your Dreams!

Coach and GM reaching out to Discharged Marine at Columbia University in NY who’s breaking records in HR and RBI’s for a couple of years. Joey Falcone, you should check out his you tube video. The All*Stars are on the hunt, who wants to assist the All*Stars in getting the word out to one of the next “Heroes of the Diamond”?

NEW GAME ADDED with newly formed team in the Prospect Collegiate League, The Pistol Shrimp. These additions are giving the All*Stars a chance to play against two newly formed teams in the Prospect League. The Cornbelters and the Pistol Shrimp.

From June 18, 2019 through July 10, 2019 the U.S. Military All-Stars will be staying at the University of Portland Dorms. They are available when the students are on break. GREAT TIMING for us while staying in the same area due to Tournaments and many local games.

So many behind the scenes accomplishments from our administrative department have already been made for this season. We are proud to announce our new coaching staff for our 29th Annual “Red, White & Blue Tour”.

Our 2019 team is:

General Manager – Billy Hayes From Showtime Baseball PNW Army
Head Coach – Thomas Eaton From NC
Asst. Coach – Andy Storm From CO. Air Force
Special Training Assistance from MLB Players during our first week include;

Randy Myers – 1985 thru 1998, Left handed pitcher to assist our Pitching players.
Tom Michael Lampkin – 1988- 2002, Catcher to teach our catchers from several Branches this year.
Brian Lee Hunter – Former Center Fielder known for his 1997, streak of 70 Bases stolen!
Scouts will be at multiple events this season starting with; Our training week. Shawn Whalen, Scout for the Milwaukee Brewers checking talent levels out of our own, Heroes of the Diamond.

2017

Additional SPECIAL THANKS
SPECIAL THANKS
What Dreams Are Made Of…June 3, 2016
Trevor Baldwin is playing for Military All-Star team
USMA Tank Stone Interview on The Mark Moses Show
FAL Grad Returns To Area With U.S. Military All-Stars
U.S. Military All-Stars to take the field in Kannapolis to benefit Wounded Warriors
Local AUSA chapter supports soldier named to U.S. Military All-Stars Baseball Team
USMA Partners with New Sponsor, muddyrootscamo.com launching their product line in Feb. 2016.
USMA Pitcher Marshall Rogne (Purple Heart Recipient) Returns for 2016 Season along with many more from our 2009-2015 seasons.
USMA Establishes the Second Junior Military All Stars Team, Nashville, TN run by MLB Alumni Jerry Bell; Milwaukee Brewers Pitcher
USMA Attends the ABCA Coaches Convention, Nashville, TN
USMA has Full Staff of Volunteers- GM’s, Coaches, Honor Squad Leader & all are on the road for the entire Tour.
USMA has many new interns from Nashville Colleges, Sports Administration Dept.
assisting with Social Media and putting Fans in the Seats of Scheduled Games.

2016

2015

2014

Previous Coach and GM receives Bo Jackson Courage Award at the 69th Annual Pitch & Hit Club Banquet in Chicago, Illinois
US Military All Stars hires new local website designer to redesign their .com website

2013

Team relocates from Southern California to Middle Tennessee
Intern and videographer makes High School Assistant Principal Position
23rd Annual Red White & Blue Tour starts in North Carolina, to New England, New York through the Midwest, Colorado ending the tour in Nashville,
Military All-Stars reign as military service champions
Historic tour follows tropical storm up East Coast

2012

Traveled 16 states over 8,500miles for a successful 22nd Anniversary Red, White & Blue Tour
Military player picked up by the Baltimore Orioles
Last annual return to Ground Zero Tour
Visited Iowa’s Field of Dreams and produced a video for one of our sponsors where our men coming out of the corn
Intern Lands General Managers Position in West Virgina Baseball
Team visits Hormel Factory in the Midwest… Spam Anyone? LOL!

2007 – 2011

Due to data loss, we have no historical information accept for photos and videos

2006

In less than two decades the U.S. Military All-Stars have established a network of over 30 organized military baseball teams worldwide. Over 20,000 personnel have participated in the program
Featured at 72nd National Baseball Congress World Series opening day game
U.S. Military All-Stars begin Spring Training against Mexican League and compete in 5-game series against the Golden Baseball Professional Baseball League posting a 3-2 record and 37-17 overall with over 75 games played.
Military All-Stars reign as military service champions
Over 12.5 million exposed to the U.S. Military All-Stars through media and events

2005

U.S. Military All-Stars are featured in February issue of ALL-HANDS Magazine.
Granted Congressional approval to coordinate first-ever “Red, White and Blue Tour of New England” Team members from all services including the U.S. Coast Guard compete against the most talented players in the nation in the NCAA sanctioned Cape Cod and New England Collegiate Baseball Leagues.
7 players on the 2005 roster joined the military for a chance to compete as a U.S. Military All-Star.
Over 90 percent of the 2005 and 2006 rosters served one or more tours in Iraq.
Program advancement rate is over 85 percent.
Program Retention Rate over 95 percent
U.S. Military All-Stars invited to play against TEAM USA, TEAM ITALY, TEAM RUSSIA and Chinese Taipei. All-Stars coordinate first-ever Tri-Team Game (Navy, Marines, Air Force) in memory of Harvey Simmons, LEAP FROGS appear.
U.S. Military All-Stars post 34-6 record and win southern division of Western Baseball League earning a berth to 71st Annual National Baseball Congress World Series. Unable to attend due to lack of financial resources and deployments to Iraq
U.S. Marine Corps team at Camp Pendleton loses funding and senior leadership due to retirement of GM/Transfer of head coach. U.S. Military All-Stars provide assistance to help select new leadership and offer opportunity for Marine team to fall under joint Military All-Stars program. Marine Program continues as one of 32 teams worldwide.
U.S. Military All-Stars nominated by TEAM USA to play in their place at international tournament in Taiwan
Over 5 million exposed to the U.S. Military All-Stars through media and events
Military All-Stars reign as military service champions

2004

Former CNRSW employee and All-Stars general manager Harvey Simmons passes away.
15th Annual Navy-Marine All-Star Game moves to PETCO Park. 1st Annual Navy-Air Force All-Star Game held at Camden Yards.
U.S. Military All-Stars invited to play at over 350 locations annually including 10 Major and Minor League facilities. Continues operations as the only “joint” military baseball program in the world

2003

Program Founder recognized as 2003 HeroVet, Captain Harry T. Jenkins Memorial Leadership Award and Navy Image Finalist
Military All-Stars Armed Forces Championship hosted by SD Padres. All-Stars host and beat the U.S. Naval Academy baseball program during spring training. Adopt new mission statement.
Military All-Stars reign as military service champions

2002

U.S. Military All-Stars featured on episode of CBS’ “JAG”
Military All-Stars reign as military service champions

1998

U.S. Military All-Stars female player, YN3 Michele Ballard is featured on cover of Baseball Weekly with Sammy Sosa and in numerous national media outlets
2001 – U.S. Military All-Stars host U.S. Naval Academy Preparatory School baseball team, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, and U.S. Navy in Armed Forces World Championship Series.

1997–2000

U.S. Military All-Stars compete against Colorado Silver Bullets on National TV (4) times. U.S. Military All-Stars invited to travel and play Silver Bullets on 45-city tour (All-Stars Decline due to lack of funding)

1996

U.S. Military All-Stars Appear in “Stay Navy” Recruiting Campaign commercials created by Spike Lee, Denny’s commercial with Tony Gwynn, David Letterman Show, Wheel of Fortune, Price is Right, ESPN, CNN, FOX, Navy Marine Corps News This Week, Sports Illustrated, USA Today, Navy Times, Baseball Weekly, Stars & Stripes
Original “Navy vs. Marine Corps Baseball Challenge” event name changed to NAVY-MARINE ALL-STAR GAME

1995

1st of ten (10) Navy vs. Marine All-Star games held in conjunction with San Diego Padres contest. CNRSW ADM and senior USMC General throw out ceremonial first pitches.
U.S. Military All-Stars schedule additional appearances with former Major League Players Association and SD Padres players on bases and in military housing areas. Create “Touch all the bases” and “Race for the Pennant” programs
Partner with CNBSD MWR via Sports Program Manager (Harvey Simmons) to raise more than $2M over the next 4 years to benefit Navy and Marine Corps Relief and veterans charities.
Military All-Stars reign as military service champions.
Program founder assists other services to establish over 30 military teams worldwide

1994

U.S. Military All-Stars web site created.
U.S. Military All-Stars invited to play Cuba.
Numerous military players sign professional contracts or commit to college scholarships.
Over 100 personnel enlist in the military after working through a recruiter to spend time with the U.S. Military All-Stars.
Numerous players return to the team after completing college and NROTC training.
Program Founder annually briefs Admirals at COMNAVAIRPAC, COMNAVBASESD and CNRSW about the program
Military All-Stars invited to National Baseball Congress World Series in Wichita KS and tournaments in Mexico, Canada, Alaska, Guam, Japan, Germany, Italy and Russia
Invited to discuss possible signing of military players by the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres and other major league organizations

1993

U.S. Military All-Stars established in San Diego.
Program Founder also establishes U.S. Navy and USMC teams
U.S. Military All-Stars recognized by CNBSD MWR Program Director Capt. Jack Brackx, USN (Ret.)
U.S. Military All-Stars establish San Diego Military Baseball League (25 teams).
Practices and games held at Point Loma Nazarene University per arrangement with Dr. Carroll Land, Athletic Director
First Navy vs. Marine Corps Baseball Challenge held at Point Loma Nazarene University, LEAP FROGS, COMNAVAIRPAC, Mayor of SD attend
U.S. Military All-Stars schedule and coordinate over 150 appearances annually in support of the Navy Partnership in Education Program, Navy Recruiting, youth and charity organizations
Military All-Stars reign as military service champions

1991

Program founder requests that no funding be provided by CNRSW/MWR during time of war.
Military All-Stars reign as military service champions

1990

At the request of President George Bush I at the Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, FL.
Captain Van Goodloe appoints ENS Allvord to re-establish military baseball program to boost morale.
First Navy vs. Marine Corps Baseball Challenge held in Pensacola, FL. Broadcast Live on WCOA Radio and NBC TV Naval Aviation Choir, 2 Congressmen, 1 ADM, 1 General, 1 Mayor attend
U.S. Military All-Stars formed during defense drawdown and reduction in force measures.
Program Founder, ENS Allvord establishes Southwestern Military Baseball League (10 Teams)
Military All-Stars reign as military service champions

1950-1975

Official support waned during Korean and Vietnam Conflicts

1941-45

Armed Forces team established to boost morale during WWII

1860-1865

Military Baseball established by Union/Confederate Soldiers during the Civil War