American Canyon baseball alum shines at Napa Valley College

Dylan Brown makes an impact as a leadoff hitter and shortstop for the Storm

Apr. 11, 2026 at 5:08pm

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Dylan Brown, a baseball alum from American Canyon, has found success playing for the Napa Valley College Storm this season. Brown has hit safely in 23 of the Storm's 33 games while batting in the leadoff spot and playing shortstop, and recently had a strong 3-hit performance against Solano.

Why it matters

Brown's performance at Napa Valley College showcases the talent coming out of the American Canyon baseball program and highlights the opportunities available for local student-athletes to continue their careers at the community college level.

The details

As the leadoff hitter and starting shortstop for the Napa Valley College Storm, Dylan Brown has been a key contributor to the team's success this season. He has recorded at least one hit in 23 of the team's 33 games so far, demonstrating his consistency and ability to get on base to set the table for the rest of the lineup.

  • Brown has played in 33 games for the Napa Valley College Storm so far this season.
  • He recently had a 3-hit game against Solano College.

The players

Dylan Brown

A baseball alum from American Canyon who is currently the leadoff hitter and starting shortstop for the Napa Valley College Storm.

Napa Valley College Storm

The baseball team that Dylan Brown plays for, representing Napa Valley College.

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The takeaway

Dylan Brown's success at the community college level showcases the strong baseball talent coming out of the American Canyon program and provides an example of the opportunities available for local student-athletes to continue developing their skills and pursuing their athletic dreams.