EVENT DETAILS | SESSION #3
The Omaha SlumpBuster is a 'Stay to Play' Event
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Entry Deadline: May 1, 2018
EXACT PLAY DATES (Vary by Age Group) 10's, 11's and 12's:
4-Game Option: Fri, June 22 - Sun, June 24 (3 Days)
6-Game Option: Thur, June 21 - Sun, June 24 (4 Days)
EXACT PLAY DATES (Vary by Age Group) 13's and 14's:
4-Game Option: Thur., June 21 - Sun., June 24 (4 Days)
6-Game Option: Wed., June 20 - Sun., June 24 (5 Days)
EXACT PLAY DATES (Vary by Age Group) 10's, 11's and 12's:
4-Game Option: Fri, June 22 - Sun, June 24 (3 Days)
6-Game Option: Thur, June 21 - Sun, June 24 (4 Days)
EXACT PLAY DATES (Vary by Age Group) 13's and 14's:
4-Game Option: Thur., June 21 - Sun., June 24 (4 Days)
6-Game Option: Wed., June 20 - Sun., June 24 (5 Days)
Format: 4- or 6-Game Guarantee.
Game Times Available: June 8, 2018
Equipment: Baden Baseballs will be used in each game. Triple Crown will supply your first dozen. Bring two new and one used baseball per game; be sure you get your baseballs back after the game from umpires.
Baseballs will only be distributed at check-in at the Embassy Suites La Vista. No baseball will be handed out at the facilities.
Game Times Available: June 8, 2018
Equipment: Baden Baseballs will be used in each game. Triple Crown will supply your first dozen. Bring two new and one used baseball per game; be sure you get your baseballs back after the game from umpires.
Baseballs will only be distributed at check-in at the Embassy Suites La Vista. No baseball will be handed out at the facilities.
Age Cutoff Date: May 1, 2018
New age Cutoff information for 13u & 14u teams:
*13U Division players who turn 14 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 7th grade. Also, any player turning 15 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.
*14U Division players who turn 15 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 8th grade. Also, any player turning 16 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.
**Additional verification will be needed for these players.
New age Cutoff information for 13u & 14u teams:
*13U Division players who turn 14 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 7th grade. Also, any player turning 15 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.
*14U Division players who turn 15 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 8th grade. Also, any player turning 16 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.
**Additional verification will be needed for these players.
Entry Fee Includes:
1.) 4- or 6-game minimum option for all teams
2.) Gate fee for all Triple Crown games
3.) Gate fee for SlumpBuster Festival
4.) One dozen baseballs
5.) 20 CWS General Admission tickets for any CWS Game while in town (non-guaranteed outfield seats only)
1.) 4- or 6-game minimum option for all teams
2.) Gate fee for all Triple Crown games
3.) Gate fee for SlumpBuster Festival
4.) One dozen baseballs
5.) 20 CWS General Admission tickets for any CWS Game while in town (non-guaranteed outfield seats only)
SlumpBuster Awards: 1st Place Championship Brackets Team Plaque and Championship Rings, 2nd Place Championship Brackets Team Plaque and Runner Up Rings, 3rd Place Championship Bracket Team Plaque and Individual Medals and 4th Place Championship Bracket Team Plaque and Individual Medals.
CWS Tickets: Entry includes 20 non-guaranteed General Admission tickets (good for any CWS game) to be picked up at check-in (Embassy Suites La Vista - 12520 Westport Pkwy).
If you would like additional tickets, you can purchase them by clicking the button above as a pre-order and then pick those up at check-in. Additional GA CWS tickets are in bundles of 10.
For general information about the CWS please visit www.cwsomaha.com. The Triple Crown SlumpBuster® and the NCAA® College World Series® are separate, non-related events that coincide in June.
SlumpBuster Lightning Round Bracket:
*Teams will be combined between D1/D2/D3
*13u & 14u Teams will play two exhibition games Wednesday, June 20, while 9u-12u teams will play two on Thursday, June 21.
*All teams need to be prepared to play at 8am.
*These games will not count toward Pool Play standings, but innings pitched WILL be recorded.
*Lightning bracket games will be reduced format (1hr 45min NO NEW INNING time limit for all ages).
*Lightning Round Bracket teams will merge into the same bracket as all 4-Game Bracket teams for Pool Play beginning Thursday (13u/14u) June 21 and Friday (9u-12u) June 22.
Things to consider before signing up:
*You will be playing 4-9 games while in Omaha. Be aware of your pitching staff and overall wear and tear on the team.
*Extra travel days would be required. Factor in vacation time for parents, coaches and players.
Drive note: Teams may play one hour away from Omaha. 9u-12u teams will likely play in Greater Omaha/Council Bluffs with possible overflow fields one hour away (depending on final team numbers). 13u and 14u teams be prepared to drive to Ashland, Fremont, and Syracuse. Bulk of play at Council Bluffs (IA) and Greater Omaha for all divisions.
CWS Tickets: Entry includes 20 non-guaranteed General Admission tickets (good for any CWS game) to be picked up at check-in (Embassy Suites La Vista - 12520 Westport Pkwy).
If you would like additional tickets, you can purchase them by clicking the button above as a pre-order and then pick those up at check-in. Additional GA CWS tickets are in bundles of 10.
For general information about the CWS please visit www.cwsomaha.com. The Triple Crown SlumpBuster® and the NCAA® College World Series® are separate, non-related events that coincide in June.
SlumpBuster Lightning Round Bracket:
*Teams will be combined between D1/D2/D3
*13u & 14u Teams will play two exhibition games Wednesday, June 20, while 9u-12u teams will play two on Thursday, June 21.
*All teams need to be prepared to play at 8am.
*These games will not count toward Pool Play standings, but innings pitched WILL be recorded.
*Lightning bracket games will be reduced format (1hr 45min NO NEW INNING time limit for all ages).
*Lightning Round Bracket teams will merge into the same bracket as all 4-Game Bracket teams for Pool Play beginning Thursday (13u/14u) June 21 and Friday (9u-12u) June 22.
Things to consider before signing up:
*You will be playing 4-9 games while in Omaha. Be aware of your pitching staff and overall wear and tear on the team.
*Extra travel days would be required. Factor in vacation time for parents, coaches and players.
Drive note: Teams may play one hour away from Omaha. 9u-12u teams will likely play in Greater Omaha/Council Bluffs with possible overflow fields one hour away (depending on final team numbers). 13u and 14u teams be prepared to drive to Ashland, Fremont, and Syracuse. Bulk of play at Council Bluffs (IA) and Greater Omaha for all divisions.
World's Largest Youth Baseball Tournament. 508 teams in 2017, Session 3 will have 180+ teams that will collide for one weekend in Omaha, NE during the College World Series. 36-64 team divisions will be the new norm in Omaha!
Come enjoy Festival Night, the buzz of the CWS and a chance to square off against quality teams from around the nation! 2018 will mark the 16th year of SlumpBuster®.
2003 featured 24 Teams from 5 states
2004 featured 60 Teams from 12 States
2005 featured 115 Teams from 21 States
2006 featured 258 Teams from 31 States
2007 featured 273 Teams from 36 States
2008 featured 462 Teams from 37 States
2009 featured 495 Teams from 36 States
2010 featured 484 Teams from 39 States
2011 featured 462 Teams from 39 States
2012 featured 503 Teams from 35 States
2013 featured 421 Teams from 32 States
2014 featured 495 Teams from 35 States
2015 featured 527 Teams from 37 States
2016 featured 575 Teams from 39 States
2017 featured 508 Teams from 37 States
The SlumpBuster & Omaha NIT Session 3 will feature roughly 180+ teams from 35 states! Omaha brings out the most diverse competition in the nation due to its central location in the US. This is a perfect opportunity to watch the NCAA College World Series and play ball against teams from all over the country.
The SlumpBuster will feature:
~ College World Series games for team/families to attend
~ Pro Player Workout for 13u and 14u Players
~ Fundamentals Challenge (Team Skills Competition)
~ Pin Trading ~ Giant 10' Wooden Bat Bonfire
~ 4 or 6 Game Minimum Tournament
~ A positive, lifetime experience for the players
~ Lightning Round Bracket
~ Great Baseball
Come enjoy Festival Night, the buzz of the CWS and a chance to square off against quality teams from around the nation! 2018 will mark the 16th year of SlumpBuster®.
2003 featured 24 Teams from 5 states
2004 featured 60 Teams from 12 States
2005 featured 115 Teams from 21 States
2006 featured 258 Teams from 31 States
2007 featured 273 Teams from 36 States
2008 featured 462 Teams from 37 States
2009 featured 495 Teams from 36 States
2010 featured 484 Teams from 39 States
2011 featured 462 Teams from 39 States
2012 featured 503 Teams from 35 States
2013 featured 421 Teams from 32 States
2014 featured 495 Teams from 35 States
2015 featured 527 Teams from 37 States
2016 featured 575 Teams from 39 States
2017 featured 508 Teams from 37 States
The SlumpBuster & Omaha NIT Session 3 will feature roughly 180+ teams from 35 states! Omaha brings out the most diverse competition in the nation due to its central location in the US. This is a perfect opportunity to watch the NCAA College World Series and play ball against teams from all over the country.
The SlumpBuster will feature:
~ College World Series games for team/families to attend
~ Pro Player Workout for 13u and 14u Players
~ Fundamentals Challenge (Team Skills Competition)
~ Pin Trading ~ Giant 10' Wooden Bat Bonfire
~ 4 or 6 Game Minimum Tournament
~ A positive, lifetime experience for the players
~ Lightning Round Bracket
~ Great Baseball
This event will include the Golden Arm (throwing), All IN (throwing), Pass the BATon (base running) and Bunting Challenge (bunting); all which will test your team’s baseball fundamentals. Teams compete against each other to earn points in each of the four events. Teams will have their points tallied from each event to determine the winner in each age group. Fundamentals Team Challenge Champion T-shirts will be awarded to one team per age group. 15 minute time slots will be allocated for each team on a single field to complete all three skills challenges. This will allow teams the opportunity to coordinate their festival activities around their designated skills time. If your team would like to participate in the Fundamentals Challenge, you will need to pre-order on our tournament home page (to guarantee your team's spot - limited spots available) purchase a team package for $125.00 or onsite (if team spots are available). The tournament entry fee doesn't include participation.
Team Participation for the Fundamentals Challenge includes: 3 players for the Golden Arm , 9 players and 1 coach for All IN , 6 players for Pass the BATon and 3 players for the Bunting Challenge.
Event Descriptions
Golden Arm
Three players will test their throwing accuracy by throwing from different age appropriate distances. All participants will be given two attempts at each throwing distance to throw a total of 6 balls at a target to earn team points. Points will be awarded for throws making contact with a target as follows: a. Ten (10) pts for a throw going in the target hole without bouncing b. Five (5) pts for a throw going in the target hole with bouncing c. Three (3) pts for a throw hitting the target without bouncing d. One (1) pts for a throw hitting the target that bounces first The length of the throws will be based upon the age grouping: (9U & 10U- 46 ft, 80 ft, 120ft) (11U & 12U- 50 ft, 90 ft, 130 ft) (13U- 54 ft, 100 ft, 145 ft) (14U- 60’6”, 110 ft, 155 ft.)
All In
All nine position players and their coach will participate in a competition that measures a team’s ability to hit the cut-off man and throw the ball around the infield. Each player must touch the ball by following the designated throwing sequence, described in the illustration below. The pitcher is the only position player that is not required to touch the baseball. However, the pitcher will play a pivotal role in backing up any over-throws encountered during play. In the event of an over throw, the pitching position is allowed to retrieve the ball and return it to play by throwing it back to the mis-throw’s designated target position. The contest begins with a coach hitting a ball from home plate towards the left fielder. The left fielder then throws the ball towards home, hitting the cut-off man, and initiating the throwing cycle. Time will start once the coach makes contact with the ball. It will stop after the catcher retrieves the throw from the first baseman and swipes home plate with the ball in his glove. Teams will have two attempts to record their lowest time. The team with the single lowest time will receive the most points. THROWING SEQUENCE Coach Hits Ball --> Left Fielder --> 3rd Baseman --> Center Fielder --> 2nd Baseman --> Short Stop --> Right Fielder --> 1st Baseman --> Catcher (Home Plate)
Pass the BatOn
Six players will test their base running ability in a relay-style competition by racing from Home Plate to 2nd Base, and 2nd Base to Home Plate. Three players will begin at Home Plate and three others will start from 2nd Base. The race will be a continual process with home base runners passing a miniature bat to runners at 2nd Base and 2nd Base runners passing the miniature bat to runners at home. The race will be completed once the final runner crosses home plate with the miniature bat in his hand.
Bunting Challenge
Three players will test their bunting skills by bunting for accuracy. Participants will be given 8 pitches or 5 bunts (whichever comes first). Participants will attempt to bunt into a grid mapped on the field with designated points. All balls must be fair to score points.
Team Participation for the Fundamentals Challenge includes: 3 players for the Golden Arm , 9 players and 1 coach for All IN , 6 players for Pass the BATon and 3 players for the Bunting Challenge.
Event Descriptions
Golden Arm
Three players will test their throwing accuracy by throwing from different age appropriate distances. All participants will be given two attempts at each throwing distance to throw a total of 6 balls at a target to earn team points. Points will be awarded for throws making contact with a target as follows: a. Ten (10) pts for a throw going in the target hole without bouncing b. Five (5) pts for a throw going in the target hole with bouncing c. Three (3) pts for a throw hitting the target without bouncing d. One (1) pts for a throw hitting the target that bounces first The length of the throws will be based upon the age grouping: (9U & 10U- 46 ft, 80 ft, 120ft) (11U & 12U- 50 ft, 90 ft, 130 ft) (13U- 54 ft, 100 ft, 145 ft) (14U- 60’6”, 110 ft, 155 ft.)
All In
All nine position players and their coach will participate in a competition that measures a team’s ability to hit the cut-off man and throw the ball around the infield. Each player must touch the ball by following the designated throwing sequence, described in the illustration below. The pitcher is the only position player that is not required to touch the baseball. However, the pitcher will play a pivotal role in backing up any over-throws encountered during play. In the event of an over throw, the pitching position is allowed to retrieve the ball and return it to play by throwing it back to the mis-throw’s designated target position. The contest begins with a coach hitting a ball from home plate towards the left fielder. The left fielder then throws the ball towards home, hitting the cut-off man, and initiating the throwing cycle. Time will start once the coach makes contact with the ball. It will stop after the catcher retrieves the throw from the first baseman and swipes home plate with the ball in his glove. Teams will have two attempts to record their lowest time. The team with the single lowest time will receive the most points. THROWING SEQUENCE Coach Hits Ball --> Left Fielder --> 3rd Baseman --> Center Fielder --> 2nd Baseman --> Short Stop --> Right Fielder --> 1st Baseman --> Catcher (Home Plate)
Pass the BatOn
Six players will test their base running ability in a relay-style competition by racing from Home Plate to 2nd Base, and 2nd Base to Home Plate. Three players will begin at Home Plate and three others will start from 2nd Base. The race will be a continual process with home base runners passing a miniature bat to runners at 2nd Base and 2nd Base runners passing the miniature bat to runners at home. The race will be completed once the final runner crosses home plate with the miniature bat in his hand.
Bunting Challenge
Three players will test their bunting skills by bunting for accuracy. Participants will be given 8 pitches or 5 bunts (whichever comes first). Participants will attempt to bunt into a grid mapped on the field with designated points. All balls must be fair to score points.
Pin Trading: All teams are encouraged to bring their team pins for trading. Event will feature teams from 35+ different states and will be a great opportunity to collect pins from various regions. Players from all ages will trade with each other, it's not limited to just your age group. The best day to trade will be during the SlumpBuster™ Festivities. However, you can Trade pins before, after and in-between games during the event. NOTE: Every year the tournament experiences a great deal of pin trading. Thousands of small, plastic pin bags are left scattered around the park and take days to clean up. Please do NOT leave your pin bags on the ground! Remove your pin bags before arriving to the park.
Bat Signing Parties SlumpBuster® Bat Signing Parties Starting at 6:00pm on June 15 • June 17 • June 22 Dave and Buster's Omaha SlumpBuster Bat Signing Parties! Triple Crown Sports and Dave and Buster's will be hosting SlumpBuster Bat Signing Parties where your team can party in style and be a part of a limited group that gets to sign the legendary 10' bonfire bat! Enjoy a night of FUN at Dave and Buster's Omaha between June 14th to June 28th where you can sign the bonfire bat. Watch Baseball on one of the two 14' projections screens located in our private Grand Showroom, enjoy a delicious hot buffet that includes drinks and dessert, and escape into play in our famous Million Dollar Midway Arcade!
Package One - $22.99 per person includes: Crispy Chicken Strips/Bar Burgers/Four-cheese Pizza Bites/Baked Mac & Cheese/French Fries. Unlimited Soda/$20 Power Card for Play
Package Two - $27.99 per person includes: Crispy Chicken Strips/Bar Burgers/Four-cheese Pizza Bites/Baked Mac & Cheese/French Fries. Unlimited Soda/$20 Power Card for Play/Unlimited Video Game Play (not included in Package #1)
Space is limited so call Jennifer Larrow today to reserve your spot at 402-778-3921 or by email Jennifer_Larrow@daveandbusters.com *Dave and Buster's is located at 2502 So 133rd Plaza (NW corner of 132nd & W. Center Rd).
Seating in banquet area is on a first come first serve basis and is based on availability. If banquet areas are full at the time of your inquiry, all other attempts to get your party seated in a different area will be made, based on availability. Team reservations can be arranged for other evenings. Tax and Gratuity not included.
Manager's Meeting:
13's and 14's (6gm option): The Embassy SUites La Vista 12520 Westport Parkway, La Vista, NE and 8pm on Tuesday June 19th
9's -12's (6gm option) and 13-14's (4gm option): The Embassy Suites La Vista 12520 Westport Parkway, La Vista, NE at 8pm on Wednesday June 20th.
9's-12's (4gm option): Embassy Suites La Vista (Confrence Center) 12520 Westport Parkway 8pm on Thursday June 21st
Check in: You may pick up your Baseballs, Fundamentals Challenge tickets, and CWS tickets, at the Embassy Suites La Vista from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. on Check-In day (The day you arrive into town). The players don't need to be present for check-in at the Embassy. The Embassy will also be open from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. the remainder of days.
Pro Player Workout: All players will run a 60 time, infielders will throw from short to first, outfielders will throw from right field to third, catchers will record a pop time to second base and pitchers will be evaluated on up to 15 pitches. Each player will also hit eight batted balls and be graded on the activities listed above by Iowa Western Coaches. The event will take place during the festival and will not conflict with SlumpBuster Tournament games. Evaluation hosted by Triple Crown Sports and Iowa Western Community College (Three Time NJCAA D1 National Champions 2010, 2012, 2014).
Bat Signing Parties SlumpBuster® Bat Signing Parties Starting at 6:00pm on June 15 • June 17 • June 22 Dave and Buster's Omaha SlumpBuster Bat Signing Parties! Triple Crown Sports and Dave and Buster's will be hosting SlumpBuster Bat Signing Parties where your team can party in style and be a part of a limited group that gets to sign the legendary 10' bonfire bat! Enjoy a night of FUN at Dave and Buster's Omaha between June 14th to June 28th where you can sign the bonfire bat. Watch Baseball on one of the two 14' projections screens located in our private Grand Showroom, enjoy a delicious hot buffet that includes drinks and dessert, and escape into play in our famous Million Dollar Midway Arcade!
Package One - $22.99 per person includes: Crispy Chicken Strips/Bar Burgers/Four-cheese Pizza Bites/Baked Mac & Cheese/French Fries. Unlimited Soda/$20 Power Card for Play
Package Two - $27.99 per person includes: Crispy Chicken Strips/Bar Burgers/Four-cheese Pizza Bites/Baked Mac & Cheese/French Fries. Unlimited Soda/$20 Power Card for Play/Unlimited Video Game Play (not included in Package #1)
Space is limited so call Jennifer Larrow today to reserve your spot at 402-778-3921 or by email Jennifer_Larrow@daveandbusters.com *Dave and Buster's is located at 2502 So 133rd Plaza (NW corner of 132nd & W. Center Rd).
Seating in banquet area is on a first come first serve basis and is based on availability. If banquet areas are full at the time of your inquiry, all other attempts to get your party seated in a different area will be made, based on availability. Team reservations can be arranged for other evenings. Tax and Gratuity not included.
Manager's Meeting:
13's and 14's (6gm option): The Embassy SUites La Vista 12520 Westport Parkway, La Vista, NE and 8pm on Tuesday June 19th
9's -12's (6gm option) and 13-14's (4gm option): The Embassy Suites La Vista 12520 Westport Parkway, La Vista, NE at 8pm on Wednesday June 20th.
9's-12's (4gm option): Embassy Suites La Vista (Confrence Center) 12520 Westport Parkway 8pm on Thursday June 21st
Check in: You may pick up your Baseballs, Fundamentals Challenge tickets, and CWS tickets, at the Embassy Suites La Vista from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. on Check-In day (The day you arrive into town). The players don't need to be present for check-in at the Embassy. The Embassy will also be open from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. the remainder of days.
Pro Player Workout: All players will run a 60 time, infielders will throw from short to first, outfielders will throw from right field to third, catchers will record a pop time to second base and pitchers will be evaluated on up to 15 pitches. Each player will also hit eight batted balls and be graded on the activities listed above by Iowa Western Coaches. The event will take place during the festival and will not conflict with SlumpBuster Tournament games. Evaluation hosted by Triple Crown Sports and Iowa Western Community College (Three Time NJCAA D1 National Champions 2010, 2012, 2014).
One of the best run tournaments we have been to. From the staff to the umpires they made us feel welcome and wanted us there. The format is perfect, it gave us enough games but also allowed us to experience the CWS whenever we wanted. Thank you for combining such a great event as the Slumpbuster and the experience of the CWS. – 13u I-5 Easton North & South Teams (CA)
Things ran very smooth! Staff was professional. Would definitely recommend to other coaches – 14u PA Canes (PA)
This was our first Triple Crown tournament overall, we were extremely impressed with the organization and look forward to playing future events. Communication by the tournament director was awesome, we were very informed from the time of registration through the duration of the tournament. The tournament was very organized and game schedules were great for allowing our players and parents to attend CWS games. Website is updated timely with all game scores – 13u EPA Athletics (TX)
We have been to your event in Omaha 5 of the last 6 years and it keeps getting better especially on communication. Kids enjoy the tournament. Always a lot of fun! – 14u Shakopee Sabers (MN)
Very organized, check-in was easy. Fields were great. Our team had a wonderful experience. This is by far the best tournament in the country. The way that pool play and bracket play are set up so that teams will compete against equally equipped competition on Saturday/Sunday is fantastic. Also having this event coincide with the College World Series allows for an unforgettable experience for any team that participates – 12u/13u Libertyville Wildcats (IL)
Don't be intimidated by the number of teams that enter. These guys know what they are doing and run a great tournament! – 11u OK Heat (OK)
We have played in many TCS tournaments over the years. This was my first trip to Omaha and we truly enjoyed it. – 13u Four O Six Flyers (MT)
Absolutely a great tournament. Awesome how you broke up the 30 12U teams into various brackets to even out the competition on the second day and have everyone play from there. Well done. Players had an incredible experience! – 12u Batavia Bulldogs (IL)
The collection of teams at the SlumpBuster was great – 13u MSP Showcase (NM)
Never fails, this tournament as well as all other Triple Crown events we have played in are always ran with such professionalism and quality. Everything from office personnel to umpires. Schedules are always out promptly and cater to our needs never causing any problems for us. – 14u Classics Baseball (KS)
Loved the complex we played on in Omaha. We will be sign up again next year. - 12u TC Titans (UT)
Extremely well run. Communication was excellent and eliminated any confusion. Umpires are most professional group we've encountered in an event. Wonderful event all-around. – 13u Wheaton Briarcliff Blazers (IL)
The Omaha Slump Buster tournament was a great event for our team, our boys had an awesome experience playing teams from across the country and also being around the CWS. – 11u Titans Baseball Blue (GA)
We always have a great time attending this event. Fields are great and the sportsmanship is great as well. Hope to be back next year! – 13u Bartlett Silverhawks (IL)
Well run. Never had any issues. Felt totally informed the entire tournament. – 11u Dakota Ridge Storm (CO)
Everything was great...umpire crews did a fantastic job. - 11u & 12u San Antonio Lobos (TX)
I believe it's good for kids to travel and play across the country as much as they can……playing a lot of baseball and getting as much exposure to different cultures and people as possible. This Triple Crown Event is a tremendous opportunity for young baseball players. – 13u No Limits Baseball (NE)
Very nice facilities, well organized and scheduled, good umpires. – 12u Mile High Mayhem (CO)
Always well organized and professionally run tournament. – 13u DC Blue Sox (UT)
Things ran very smooth! Staff was professional. Would definitely recommend to other coaches – 14u PA Canes (PA)
This was our first Triple Crown tournament overall, we were extremely impressed with the organization and look forward to playing future events. Communication by the tournament director was awesome, we were very informed from the time of registration through the duration of the tournament. The tournament was very organized and game schedules were great for allowing our players and parents to attend CWS games. Website is updated timely with all game scores – 13u EPA Athletics (TX)
We have been to your event in Omaha 5 of the last 6 years and it keeps getting better especially on communication. Kids enjoy the tournament. Always a lot of fun! – 14u Shakopee Sabers (MN)
Very organized, check-in was easy. Fields were great. Our team had a wonderful experience. This is by far the best tournament in the country. The way that pool play and bracket play are set up so that teams will compete against equally equipped competition on Saturday/Sunday is fantastic. Also having this event coincide with the College World Series allows for an unforgettable experience for any team that participates – 12u/13u Libertyville Wildcats (IL)
Don't be intimidated by the number of teams that enter. These guys know what they are doing and run a great tournament! – 11u OK Heat (OK)
We have played in many TCS tournaments over the years. This was my first trip to Omaha and we truly enjoyed it. – 13u Four O Six Flyers (MT)
Absolutely a great tournament. Awesome how you broke up the 30 12U teams into various brackets to even out the competition on the second day and have everyone play from there. Well done. Players had an incredible experience! – 12u Batavia Bulldogs (IL)
The collection of teams at the SlumpBuster was great – 13u MSP Showcase (NM)
Never fails, this tournament as well as all other Triple Crown events we have played in are always ran with such professionalism and quality. Everything from office personnel to umpires. Schedules are always out promptly and cater to our needs never causing any problems for us. – 14u Classics Baseball (KS)
Loved the complex we played on in Omaha. We will be sign up again next year. - 12u TC Titans (UT)
Extremely well run. Communication was excellent and eliminated any confusion. Umpires are most professional group we've encountered in an event. Wonderful event all-around. – 13u Wheaton Briarcliff Blazers (IL)
The Omaha Slump Buster tournament was a great event for our team, our boys had an awesome experience playing teams from across the country and also being around the CWS. – 11u Titans Baseball Blue (GA)
We always have a great time attending this event. Fields are great and the sportsmanship is great as well. Hope to be back next year! – 13u Bartlett Silverhawks (IL)
Well run. Never had any issues. Felt totally informed the entire tournament. – 11u Dakota Ridge Storm (CO)
Everything was great...umpire crews did a fantastic job. - 11u & 12u San Antonio Lobos (TX)
I believe it's good for kids to travel and play across the country as much as they can……playing a lot of baseball and getting as much exposure to different cultures and people as possible. This Triple Crown Event is a tremendous opportunity for young baseball players. – 13u No Limits Baseball (NE)
Very nice facilities, well organized and scheduled, good umpires. – 12u Mile High Mayhem (CO)
Always well organized and professionally run tournament. – 13u DC Blue Sox (UT)
Please be prepared to start at 8 a.m. on the 1st day. See "Itinerary" for days to arrive and depart. Drive Note: 9u-14u teams will play most of the games in Greater Omaha/Council Bluffs with overflow fields 45min - 1hr away (Depending on final team numbers). 9u-14u teams be prepared to drive to some of these cities: Ft. Calhoun, Ashland, Fremont and Syracuse. The bulk of play will be in Council Bluffs (IA) and Greater Omaha for all divisions.
Format: The 9-14 Year Old divisions offer D1, D2 and D3 (D3 depends on the final team numbers in each age division). D1 is our highest level of competition, D2 is middle tier level and D3 is the lower level teams. Please sign up for the division that fits your team. For each age group all divisions (D1, D2 and D3) will be combined in the initial two or three pool play games. Based off how your team performs in these games, you will then be put into separate D1, D2 or D3 single elimination rounds (13u & 14u) and consolation brackets for 9u - 12u teams. You could end up in an elimination round that you didn't initially sign up for and you will end up playing teams that are stronger/weaker than you in pool play.
SlumpBuster Philosophy: Tournament Philosophy: Score Early, Win Early, Stay winning. If weather hits then we might revert back to 1st Pool Play game or ½ of official game time for playoff seeding’s. We will award based off pool play seeding’s only in an emergency where games played without elimination finish due to inclement weather. The eventual goal of the event is to play ball not “Crown a Champion.” Play to win every game!
Format: The 9-14 Year Old divisions offer D1, D2 and D3 (D3 depends on the final team numbers in each age division). D1 is our highest level of competition, D2 is middle tier level and D3 is the lower level teams. Please sign up for the division that fits your team. For each age group all divisions (D1, D2 and D3) will be combined in the initial two or three pool play games. Based off how your team performs in these games, you will then be put into separate D1, D2 or D3 single elimination rounds (13u & 14u) and consolation brackets for 9u - 12u teams. You could end up in an elimination round that you didn't initially sign up for and you will end up playing teams that are stronger/weaker than you in pool play.
SlumpBuster Philosophy: Tournament Philosophy: Score Early, Win Early, Stay winning. If weather hits then we might revert back to 1st Pool Play game or ½ of official game time for playoff seeding’s. We will award based off pool play seeding’s only in an emergency where games played without elimination finish due to inclement weather. The eventual goal of the event is to play ball not “Crown a Champion.” Play to win every game!
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Brandon HardyCall or Text: (970) 672-0568
Email: Brandon@triplecrownsports.com |
Jason McCoyCall or Text: (970) 672-0525
Email: Jason@triplecrownsports.com |
