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Wake Forest, Appalachian State baseball to meet in Shelby. What to know
TL;DR
Wake Forest and Appalachian State baseball teams will face off on April 28 in Shelby for the Jim Horn Memorial Game. Admission is free, with gates opening at 4 p.m. and the game starting at 6 p.m.
Key points
- Wake Forest and Appalachian State baseball teams will meet
- Game is part of the annual Jim Horn Memorial Game
- Admission is free for attendees
- Gates open at 4 p.m.
- First pitch is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Wake Forest and Appalachian State baseball step away from ACC and Sun Belt Conference competition, respectively, the two Old North State teams coming together Tuesday, April 28 for the annual Jim Horn Memorial Game in Shelby.
Admission is free for the game at Veterans Field at Keeter Stadium, compliments of the American Legion World Seriesâs executive committee. Gates open at 4 p.m., with first pitch set for 6 p.m.
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Wake Forest holds a 28-14 overall record heading into a three-game set April 24-26 against No. 3 Georgia Tech. The Demon Deacons go into the series with an 11-10 record in ACC competition. As for Appalachian State, it is 23-16 (10-8 Sun Belt) going into a three-game set with Georgia Southern.
Wake Forest is the designated home team, annually paying a visit to Shelby as part of a tribute to late alum and longtime American Legion World Series supporter Jim Horn.
âIt is an honor to welcome (Wake Forest baseball coach Tom Walter) and his team to Shelby again,â said American Legion World Series executive committee chairman Eddie Holbrook in a prepared statement. â(Walter) has been a strong supporter of the ALWS for years. He is generous in giving us a home game to celebrate Jim Horn. Under his leadership, Wake Forest has risen to national prominence; we are fortunate to host such a powerhouse.â
Horn helped Wake Forest baseball to the 1955 national title, in addition to lettering as part of the schoolâs football team. He also helped Shelby Post 82 to the 1951 American Legion state championship. Alongside Eddie Holbrook, he served as American Legion World Series executive committee chairperson from 2002 until his death in 2015.
Hornâs wife Linda continues to volunteer as part of the ALWS effort, in addition to spearheading preparations for the annual tribute game.
Concessions including hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, drinks and more will be available throughout the evening. In addition, there will be a live drawing for the 2026 ALWS bat boys and bat girls ahead of Augustâs event.
For more information, call 704-466-3103.
This article originally appeared on The Shelby Star: Appalachian State-Wake Forest baseball to play Jim Horn Tribute Game
Q&A
What time does the Wake Forest vs Appalachian State baseball game start?
The game starts at 6 p.m. on April 28.
Is there an admission fee for the Jim Horn Memorial Game?
No, admission is free for the game.
Where is the Wake Forest and Appalachian State baseball game being held?
The game will be held at Veterans Field at Keeter Stadium in Shelby.
