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Fort Smith Marshals launch inaugural Mid‑America League season at Crowder Field
The Marshals debuted in 2024 as Fort Smith’s entry in the new Mid‑America League, playing home dates at Crowder Field on the University of Arkansas–Fort Smith campus. [1][3]The schedule opened May 23 with a three‑game series against the Texarkana Rhinos, kicking off a 68‑game slate running through Aug. 10, with playoffs slated to begin Aug. 12. [2]Built as a developmental stop for college players, rosters run to roughly 40 spots, drawing talent from the River Valley and states such as Colorado, Pennsylvania, and Texas. [2]The “Marshals” name nods to Fort Smith’s Old West role as a base for U.S. marshals, a through-line to the city’s baseball identity. [4]Club information, roster notes, and updates are maintained on the team’s official site. [5]