Lansing High Schools Face Off in Capital City Classic

Annual tournament provides opportunity for local baseball teams to play at pro stadium

Apr. 18, 2026 at 3:35am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a high school baseball game, with the field, players, and sky broken down into overlapping planes of green, red, and blue.The annual Capital City Classic tournament allows Lansing-area high school baseball teams to showcase their talent on the professional field of the Lansing Lugnuts.Lansing Today

The annual Capital City Classic baseball tournament in Lansing, Michigan will give high school teams from Eastern, Everett, and Sexton the chance to play at the home stadium of the Lansing Lugnuts minor league team. Lansing Eastern's varsity baseball coach Chris O'Bryant is excited for his players to experience the thrill of competing in a professional venue.

Why it matters

The Capital City Classic is a highly anticipated event that allows local high school baseball programs to showcase their talent and compete on a bigger stage. For many players, the opportunity to play at a professional stadium can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience that inspires them and boosts team morale.

The details

The Capital City Classic tournament will take place at Jackson Field, home of the Lansing Lugnuts minor league baseball team. Lansing Eastern, Everett, and Sexton high schools are all scheduled to participate in the event, which has become an annual tradition in the Lansing community.

  • The Capital City Classic tournament is scheduled for April 18, 2026.
  • Lansing Eastern's varsity baseball team has seen strong participation numbers in recent years.

The players

Chris O'Bryant

The varsity baseball coach for Lansing Eastern High School.

Lansing Eastern High School

A high school in Lansing, Michigan that is participating in the Capital City Classic tournament.

Everett High School

A high school in Lansing, Michigan that is participating in the Capital City Classic tournament.

Sexton High School

A high school in Lansing, Michigan that is participating in the Capital City Classic tournament.

Lansing Lugnuts

The minor league baseball team whose home stadium, Jackson Field, will host the Capital City Classic tournament.

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What they’re saying

“Eastern has done pretty good on their numbers for the last several years,”

— Chris O'Bryant, Varsity Baseball Coach, Lansing Eastern High School

The takeaway

The Capital City Classic provides a valuable opportunity for local high school baseball teams to compete in a professional stadium setting, which can be a transformative experience for student-athletes and help build excitement and pride within their school communities.