Published: July 14, 2026
Baseball is taking center stage across the Sandhills, with the Sandhills Bogeys celebrating a new franchise record and Hamlet Post 49 closing out a hard-fought American Legion playoff run.
Sandhills Bogeys Set a New Franchise Record
The Sandhills Bogeys have reached another major milestone, earning their 30th victory of the 2026 season and setting a new franchise record.
It marks the third consecutive year the Bogeys have raised the bar. The team recorded 26 wins in 2024, followed that with 29 victories in 2025 and has now reached 30 wins and counting during the 2026 campaign.
The record adds another chapter to the growth of the local summer baseball program. The Bogeys have built a strong connection with fans throughout Moore County by bringing collegiate baseball, family entertainment and community events to the Sandhills.
Fans can follow the remainder of the season, view the schedule and find team information through the official Sandhills Bogeys website .
Hamlet Post 49’s Playoff Run Comes to an End
Hamlet Post 49 entered the second round of the Area 3 Conference playoffs as the fifth seed after sweeping Chatham Post 305 in the opening round.
The 49ers faced a difficult challenge against top-seeded Rowan County Post 342, a program that entered the series with one of the strongest records in the state. Rowan County ultimately won the best-of-three series, bringing Hamlet’s postseason run to an end.
Despite the loss, Hamlet finished the season with momentum after putting together a five-game winning streak late in the year. Head coach Eric Brown credited the team’s improved pitching, defense and offense for helping the 49ers play their best baseball when the postseason arrived.
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Jordan Walker Wins the Home Run Derby
On the national stage, St. Louis Cardinals slugger Jordan Walker won the 2026 Home Run Derby Monday night in Philadelphia.
Walker delivered a dramatic finish, hitting home runs on each of his final six swings to rally past Philadelphia Phillies favorite Kyle Schwarber. Walker became the first Cardinals player to win the event.
MLB All-Star Game Takes the Field Tonight
The 2026 Major League Baseball All-Star Game is scheduled for Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. First pitch is set for 8 p.m. Eastern, with television coverage on FOX.
The Atlanta Braves are represented by Chris Sale, Ozzie Albies, Matt Olson, Drake Baldwin and Raisel Iglesias.
Hornets Add Veteran Help
The Charlotte Hornets have acquired guards Grayson Allen and Royce O’Neale, along with a future first-round draft pick, in a deal with the Phoenix Suns.
Charlotte’s younger players are also competing in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The Hornets fell to the Boston Celtics 87–75, with Liam McNeeley leading Charlotte with 20 points and eight rebounds.
France and Spain Meet in the World Cup Semifinal
France and Spain meet Tuesday afternoon with a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup championship match on the line. The semifinal is scheduled for 3 p.m. Eastern at Dallas Stadium and will air on FOX.
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