2026 EMC LOVE Foundation Invitational

October 23–25, 2026 | Fletcher Park | Lakeland, Florida

Three days. One game. One powerful purpose.

The Evan Michael Chambers L.O.V.E. Foundation is proud to officially announce the schedule for the 2026 EMC LOVE Foundation Invitational, taking place October 23–25 at Fletcher Park in Lakeland, Florida.

More than a baseball tournament, the Invitational brings players, coaches, families, mentors, supporters, and the community together for a weekend that reflects what the EMC LOVE Foundation stands for: Lifting Others Towards Victory and Excellence.

This year’s event will combine player development, college exposure, competitive baseball, education, and community impact into one special weekend honoring the life and legacy of Evan Michael Chambers.

Friday, October 23 — College Showcase

The weekend begins with opportunity.

Friday’s College Showcase will give players an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities while learning more about what it takes to continue their baseball journey beyond high school.

The day will feature: Performance testing, Player evaluations & Recruiting education The goal goes beyond showcasing talent. We want young athletes to leave with greater knowledge of where they are today, what the next level requires, and how they can continue developing toward their goals.

Saturday, October 24 — Pool Play

Then it’s time to compete.

Saturday brings a full day of pool play across Fields 1 and 2 at Fletcher Park.

Teams will take the field representing their programs, their communities, and the spirit of competition that Evan loved.

Throughout the day, families and supporters will have an opportunity to experience the atmosphere of the Invitational while watching talented young athletes compete and build relationships through the game of baseball.

Sunday, October 25 — Championship Sunday

One weekend. One final day. One champion.

Sunday concludes the Invitational with Championship Sunday, featuring:

• Semifinal games
• Championship final
• Awards
• Program donations

The final day represents exactly what this weekend is designed to celebrate: competition with a greater purpose.

When the last pitch is thrown, the impact of the weekend will extend far beyond the final score.

More Than Baseball

The number 53 continues to be seen throughout this event because this weekend is about more than remembering Evan — it is about continuing what he represented.

Baseball provides the platform.

Young people provide the future.

And the community makes the mission possible.

Every player who competes, coach who mentors, family who attends, business that sponsors, and volunteer who gives their time becomes part of carrying Evan’s legacy forward.

Save the Date

2026 EMC LOVE Foundation Invitational
October 23–25, 2026
Fletcher Park
Lakeland, Florida

Whether you’re a baseball family, local business, potential sponsor, supporter of youth development, or simply someone who believes in the power of community, we invite you to be part of the weekend.

Come experience three days of baseball, opportunity, competition, mentorship, and community impact.

October 23 — College Showcase

October 24 — Pool Play

October 25 — Championship Sunday

Save the date. Share the event. Bring the family.

Together, we will continue Lifting Others Towards Victory and Excellence.

Learn more, support the event, and get involved at EMCLOVE.COM.

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