When do I have to have my money in to get approved for a tournament?
Payment is due by Monday at 5:00 PM the week before the event, unless the tournament sells out earlier.

When will the schedule go live?
The schedule will go live before Wednesday at noon the week of your event.

Do you supply game balls?
Yes, game balls are provided for all events.

How long are game times, and is there pay at the plate?
Game times are 65 or 75 minutes, depending on the format used for the event. Yes, there is pay at the plate for all events except Nationals, with a cost of $45 for 65-minute games and $50 for 75-minute games.

Can players listed as “pending” on the USSSA online roster participate in games?
Yes, as long as the players appear on the USSSA online roster, they are eligible to play, regardless of whether their status is “pending” or “approved.”

When will you announce the complex each division will play at?
Generally, two weeks before the event start date. We aim to match the number of teams in a division to a complex to avoid late location changes.

What is the deadline to withdraw and get a full refund?
The deadline is Monday at 5:00 PM the week of the tournament, unless another date is specified.

What is the format for your tournaments?
The format varies based on guaranteed games, the number of teams, and available fields.

Will you split A/B/C teams in open tournaments?
It depends on the event, the number of fields, and teams per division. Sometimes, we offer Gold/Silver brackets, which will be announced the week before the event.

How do I get removed from a tournament?
Contact the Tournament Director or State Director. If payment has been made, the Tournament Director must process the team’s removal.

How do I contact DFW Fastpitch during the tournament weekend if there’s no response?
An email is sent on Thursday to all managers and parents in the USSSA system, including the on-site Tournament Director’s cell phone and email.

How will we communicate during the weekend event?
We first send a push notification through the USSSA App Saturday morning giving you the name and cell number to contact with any questions.