HARDY, Zach Top, Ashley Cooke & More Join Star-Studded Lineup For Folds of Honor’s 2026 Rock ’N Jock Softball Game
The star-studded event benefitting Folds Of Honor will return to Nashville’s First Horizon Park on Monday, June 1.
HARDY; Photo Provided, Zach Top, Ashley Cooke; Photo by Justin Renfroe
Nashville is gearing up to once again host one of the most star-studded and patriotic events of the year. Fold of Honor Tennessee has just announced that the annual Rock ‘N Jock Celebrity Softball Game is set to return to First Horizon Park on Monday, June 1 with an epic lineup of players.
The event combines music, sports, entertainment and supports a good cause, making it the ultimate experience for fans. It marks the perfect kickoff to an exciting week in Music City with CMA Fest taking place just a few days later.
The initial 2026 player roster features country artists HARDY, Zach Top, Jordan Davis, Ashley Cooke, Priscilla Block, Parker McCollum, Ryan Ellis, Zach John King, RaeLynn as well as comedian Danae Hays, former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler, former MLB pitcher Roger “Rocket” Clemens and X Games gold medalist Travis Pastrana, and fan-favorite personalities Mat Best and Rocker Steiner. Even more talent is expected to be announced in the weeks leading up to the summer event.
Plus, GRAMMY Award-winning country artist Lee Greenwood has been tapped to perform his signature hit “God Bless The USA” during the 7th-inning stretch.
The 2025 Rock ‘N Jock Celebrity Softball Game drew over 8,000 fans to the stadium and raised more than $670,000 for Folds of Honor, This leading nonprofit organization was founded in 2007 by Lt. Col. Dan Rooney with the mission of providing educational scholarships to the children and spouses of America’s fallen or disabled military service members and first responders.
This year, with the support of veteran-founded title sponsor Black Rifle Coffee Company, along with additional sponsors LKQ Corporation and Jockey, the event hopes to meet the goal of raising $1 million in one night.
“We couldn’t be more excited to bring back America’s Most Patriotic Softball Game for 2026!” said Folds of Honor Tennessee Board President Robbie Goldsmith. “We are incredibly thankful to our sponsors, especially Black Rifle Coffee Company for returning as our title partner as we chase our goal of raising $1 million in one night for the children and spouses of American heroes. We cannot wait to release this year’s star-studded lineup, and I hope everyone can join us for our largest and most fun game yet!”
Since its founding, the organization has awarded nearly 73,000 educational scholarships, offering around $340 million in educational support. In Tennessee alone, 3,457 of the scholarships have been granted to students, totalling over $16 million in local educational impact.
Recognizing the positive influence Folds of Honor has made in the community, Black Rifle Coffee Company Co-Founder Mat Best admits that it was an easy decision to show up as a supporter of another Rock ‘N Jock* Celebrity Softball Game.
“Folds of Honor is one of those organizations that doesn’t just talk about supporting the community—it actually shows up and delivers,” said Best. “Being part of Rock ‘N Jock is an easy ‘yes’ for us. You’ve got a great group of people, a little friendly competition and a mission that directly impacts the families of those who’ve sacrificed for this country. That’s something we’re proud to stand behind.”
Tickets for the 2026 Rock ‘N Jock* Celebrity Softball Game are $20 (plus taxes and fees) and go on sale this Friday (4/3) at 10 AM CST via FirstHorizonPark.com.
More information on Folds of Honor and Folds of Honor Tennessee can be found at foldsofhonor.org.
Madeleine O’Connell graduated from North Central College with a bachelors degree in Journalism and Broadcast Communications before deciding to pursue her studies further at DePaul University. There, she earned her masters degree in Digital Communication & Media Arts. O’Connell served as a freelance writer for over two years while also interning with the Academy of Country Music, SiriusXM and Circle Media and assisting with Amazon Music’s Country Heat Weekly podcast. In addition to Country Now, she has been published in American Songwriter, Music Mayhem, and Holler.Country. Madeleine O’Connell is a member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.
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