Schray Media to Broadcast 2025 AAC Baseball Tournament Live from Kingsport

KINGSPORT, Tenn. (SESN) — Schray Media is proud to announce full broadcast coverage of the 2025 Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) Baseball Tournament, airing across the Southeast Sports Network (SESN)and National Sports Broadcast Network (NSBN). The tournament will be held at Hunter Wright Stadium in Kingsport, Tennessee, from Tuesday, April 29, through Saturday, May 3, with every pitch, hit, and home run streaming live and free to fans across the country.

All of the platforms from the info section below will be live-streamed at no cost. The tournament will also be simulcast to the AAC Digital Network, as well as select terrestrial television partners, allowing fans nationwide to tune in from anywhere.

Location: Hunter Wright Stadium, Kingsport, Tennessee
Dates: Tuesday, April 29 – Saturday, May 3
Ticket Prices: $10 for adults / $5 for students
Tickets available online or at the Brickyard Ball Fields

SESN, known for extensive, high-quality broadcasts across multiple sports, continues to expand its tournament coverage with another full week of live content. Whether attending in person or tuning in from home, SESN ensures you won’t miss a moment of the action on the road to the NAIA postseason.

Reinhardt University enters the tournament as the No. 1 seed after claiming the regular-season championship with a 24-6 record in AAC play. Both the tournament champion and runner-up will earn automatic berths to the NAIA National Championship Tournament, raising the stakes for each of the 10 qualifying programs in this double-elimination showdown.

The bracket will mirror the Big XII’s 2024 format, with the top two seeds receiving a first-day bye.

Tournament Seeds

1. Reinhardt (38-9, 24-6 AAC)

2. Tennessee Wesleyan (37-11, 23-7 AAC)

3. Johnson (33-14, 21-9 AAC)

4. Milligan (30-20, 19-11 AAC)

5. Bryan (26-20, 18-12 AAC)

6. Pikeville (26-20, 17-13 AAC)

7. Columbia International (28-20, 14-16 AAC)

8. St. Andrews (25-20, 12-17 AAC)

9. Bluefield (19-24, 11-19 AAC)*

10. Montreat (20-30, 11-19 AAC)*
    *-Bluefield won the season series 2–1 to claim the No. 9 seed

Tournament Schedule

Tuesday, April 29

• Game 1 – No. 6 Pikeville vs. No. 7 Columbia International – 9:00 a.m.

• Game 2 – No. 4 Milligan vs. No. 9 Bluefield – 12:00 p.m.

• Game 3 – No. 5 Bryan vs. No. 8 St. Andrews – 3:00 p.m.

• Game 4 – No. 3 Johnson vs. No. 10 Montreat – 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 30

• Game 5 – Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 – 9:00 a.m.

• Game 6 – No. 1 Reinhardt vs. Lowest-seeded winner of Games 1 & 2 – 12:00 p.m.

• Game 7 – Loser Game 3 vs. Loser Game 4 – 3:00 p.m.

• Game 8 – No. 2 Tennessee Wesleyan vs. Lowest-seeded winner of Games 3 & 4 – 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 1

• Game 9 – Winner Game 5 vs. Loser Game 6 – 9:00 a.m.

• Game 10 – Winner Game 6 vs. Highest-seeded winner from Games 1 & 2 – 12:00 p.m.

• Game 11 – Winner Game 7 vs. Loser Game 8 – 3:00 p.m.

• Game 12 – Winner Game 8 vs. Highest-seeded winner from Games 3 & 4 – 6:00 p.m.

Friday, May 2

• Game 13 – Winner Game 9 vs. Loser Game 10 – 9:00 a.m.

• Game 14 – Winner Game 11 vs. Loser Game 12 – 12:00 p.m.

• Game 15 – Winner Game 10 vs. Winner Game 13 – 3:00 p.m.

• Game 16 – Winner Game 12 vs. Winner Game 14 – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 3

• Final schedule depends on Friday’s outcomes. If only one game is needed: 2:00 p.m.

• If one “if necessary” game is needed: 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.

• If both “if necessary” games are needed: 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m.

Bradley Hoover, Director of Sports for Visit Kingsport, welcomed teams and fans to the city once again:

“Hunter Wright Stadium is a fantastic venue, and we’re thrilled to host this year’s baseball championship in Kingsport. We look forward to showcasing elite AAC talent and offering fans a great experience both on and off the field.”

Fans can catch the action live in person for $10/day for adults and $5/day for students, or purchase tournament passes online through the AAC’s official ticketing platform.

How to Watch:

• Amazon Fire TV: Access SESN’s free Fire TV app on Amazon Firestick or Amazon-enabled TVs for live and archived matches.
• SESNsports.com: Watch the games live on the official SESN website, sesnsports.com, optimized for streaming on any device.
• Twitch TV & YouTube: Tune in to live coverage on Twitch TV and YouTube, providing fans with multiple viewing options.

For more coverage, full schedules, and tournament updates, visit sesnsports.com or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch.

Kingsport offers a wide variety of dining, shopping, and recreational activities, making it a great destination for teams, families, and fans. Plan your stay and enjoy all that Kingsport has to offer while cheering on your favorite programs in this high-stakes conference showdown.

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About Schray Media

Schray Media is a full-service sports media company specializing in live broadcasting, streaming, and digital content creation. Based in the Southeast, Schray Media partners with conferences, leagues, and organizations to deliver high-quality coverage of collegiate and professional sports events. Through innovative production techniques and a commitment to storytelling, Schray Media brings every moment to life — from championship games to community showcases. Schray Media operates the Southeast Sports Network (SESN) and produces content across multiple platforms, including television, streaming apps, and social media. For more information, visit schraymedia.com or follow @SchrayMedia on social media.