2026 Travel Softball Tournaments: Competition, Exposure, & Community
The 2026 spring and summer season is shaping up to be one of the most dynamic yet for Connect Sports. From nationally recognized showcases to smaller, high-impact camps, each event on the calendar is designed with a specific purpose: competitive opportunity, athlete development, meaningful exposure, and genuine connection. Below you’ll find a preview of our spring and summer events, each with its own unique purpose and energy.
Jump to: Spring Bash | SCS All Star Games | SCS College Camp | Scenic City Summer | Circle City Camp | Circle City Showcase | AFON
Spring Bash
Dates: May 22–24
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Partner: The Alliance Fastpitch
Spring Bash opens the season with a competitive yet celebratory atmosphere over Memorial Day weekend. Featuring both Champions and Super divisions, the event serves teams chasing national berths as well as those looking to kick off the summer travel ball season in a fun, high-energy environment. With the NCAA Division II National Championship taking place in the city at the same time, Spring Bash blends serious competition with a festival-style weekend that families and athletes look forward to each year.
*Must be an Alliance member to participate.
Scenic City Summer All Star Games
Date: June 17
Location: Chattanooga, TN
The Scenic City Summer All Star Games offer athletes a rare opportunity to experience the pace and expectations of college softball. Teams are formed by graduation year, and college coaches lead directly from the field, guiding warmups, calling plays, and managing in-game strategy. Athletes arrive not knowing their teammates or coaches and are competing within minutes, creating an environment that closely mirrors a freshman-year college experience.
Register Here for Scenic City Summer All Star Games
Scenic City Summer College Camp
Date: June 18
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Held ahead of the Scenic City Summer tournament, this college softball camp provides athletes with focused, hands-on instruction from college coaches in a smaller group setting. This camp allows players to sharpen skills, receive direct feedback, and prepare for the competition ahead, making it a valuable addition for athletes serious about development and growth.
Register Here for Scenic City Summer College Camp
Scenic City Summer - The Ultimate Fastpitch Experience
Dates: June 18–21
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Scenic City Summer stands as the flagship event on the Connect Sports calendar. With its size, scale, and national reach, the event consistently draws top travel softball programs and hundreds of college coaches from across the country. Athletes compete in a high-level showcase environment while being part of one of the most widely viewed fastpitch events of the year. The combination of competition, exposure, and atmosphere makes Scenic City Summer a defining moment in many athletes’ recruiting journeys.
Register Here for Scenic City Summer
Circle City College Camp
Date: July 9
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Hosted just ahead of the Circle City Showcase, this college softball camp gives athletes the chance to work directly with college coaches before stepping into live gameplay. The setting allows for intentional instruction, skill development, and meaningful interaction, helping players feel confident and prepared heading into the showcase weekend.
Register Here for Circle City College Camp
Circle City Showcase
Dates: July 10–12
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Partner: Indiana Magic Gold
Entering its first year, the Circle City Showcase is designed with exposure at the forefront. With no bracket play, the focus remains squarely on showcasing athletes in a competitive, evaluation-friendly format. Hosted at Greenwood Sports Park, the event combines strong facilities, quality teams, and an intentional structure that focuses squarely on showcasing talent and building connections.
Register Here for Circle City Showcase
AFON (Alliance Fastpitch Open Nationals)
Dates: July 21–26
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Partner: The Alliance
The national stage awaits. AFON is where teams battle to be crowned National Champion. Unique awards, championship moments, and a strong sense of community make AFON a fitting week-long finale to the summer season.
*Must be an Alliance member to participate.
Beyond the Game: Building Athletes’ Brands
At Connect Sports, we know the competition is only part of the story. In 2026, we’re doubling down on our commitment to highlight players and help them build their personal brands. Our larger events, like Scenic City Summer, naturally draw national attention and viewership. At our smaller camps and showcases, our team is able to create deeper, more personal connections.
That includes sharing professional photos and videos with athletes in real time, engaging directly with players and parents about careers in sports, and helping athletes understand how to represent themselves authentically online. These efforts play an important role not only in recruiting, but also in preparing athletes for future conversations around personal branding and NIL opportunities.
Every event on our calendar is designed to help athletes be seen, supported, and celebrated.
Spring & Summer Softball Tournaments Designed for Every Team
Explore the full 2026 event lineup and find the opportunities that fit your team and goals.