About Flemington American Legion Post 159
Our History
American Legion Baseball enjoys a reputation as one of the most successful and tradition-rich amateur athletic leagues. Today, the program registers teams in all 50 states plus Canada. Each year young people, ages 13 to 19, participate. Since its inception in 1925, the league has had millions of players, including countless who have gone on to play in college and professional baseball, including 82 inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Our Community
Baseball isn't the only area where former players have excelled. Legion baseball graduates have gone on to prominence in other career fields as well. Former Vice President, Dick Cheney played for Post 2 in Casper, Wyoming. Famed journalist and author Tom Brokaw played legion ball in South Dakota, and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack was on a team in Pennsylvania.
Our Future
Amerian Legion Baseball continues to be a stepping stone for millions of young men who have gone on to serve their community, work in various professional careers, raise families, and/or play the sport at the highest level. 2025 marks the revival of Flemington American Legion Post 159 Baseball. Come cheer us on!