Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When will the schedule go live?
    The schedule will go live on Wednesday at noon.

  2. 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.

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

  4. How long is game time?
    Game times are 65 or 75 minutes, depending on the format used for the event.

  5. Is there pay at the plate?
    Yes, for all events except Nationals. The cost is $45 for 65-minute games and $50 for 75-minute games.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

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

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. How will we communicate during the weekend event?
    We first send a push notification through the USSSA App, followed by an email to the team manager.