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The HBCU Swingman Classic just hit its fourth year—and it’s blowing up. Fifty top HBCU baseball stars took center stage at Citizens Bank Park during MLB All-Star Week, turning the field into a dazzling celebration of Black talent, HBCU pride, and the game’s bright future. Led by Rickie Weeks and Jimmy Rollins, with Roy Wood Jr. keeping the crowd roaring and Philly’s own Mayor Cherelle Parker throwing out the first pitch, the event was pure energy. Southern’s Jacoby Radcliffe lit it up with a game-changing run and MVP honors, while the American League pitching staff shut down the National League, winning 6-1. Beyond the scoreboard, Greek life brought campus vibes to the diamond, proving this isn’t just a game—it’s Ken Griffey Jr.’s dream come true: putting HBCU baseball on the national map and giving these stars the stage they’ve been waiting for.

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