EVENT DETAILS
Super Elite Invitational – Invite Only
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Tournament DateMay 02 - May 03 2026 -
Entry Fee$650
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StatureNIT - FP -
Age Groups7U - 12U -
Event LodgingHOTELS AND RV Parking:
Please click the Lodging tab above for local hotel information
For teams staying in hotels, we highly encourage you to book rooms as early as possible. For teams playing in Ruston, in addition to Ruston itself there are hotel rooms in West Monroe, Jonesboro, Winnfield, Minden and Bossier City. All of these are in the 30 minute range from the park and easy to get to.
For teams who have RVs, there is RV parking available at all complexes.
For Ruston, click HERE for links to the RV reservation form
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Event DetailsSUPER ELITE INVITATIONAL RULES:
- 2026 Rules
- 2026 7U/8U specific Rules
PARK ADDRESS: We will be utilizing the following 3 parks:
- Ruston Sports Complex – 2001 Champions Way Ruston, LA (Click HERE for park map)
- Ouachita Sports Complex – 710 Holland Drive Monroe, LA (Click HERE for park map)
- ULM Sports Complex – 4771 Bon Aire Dr Monroe, LA
POOL PLAY/BRACKET LAYOUT: Teams will be seeded into Pools. Pool play will seed teams into Left/Right bracket play. The bracket will be seeded as pools of teams are complete.
ROSTERS: All players must be listed on the online roster as either a permanent roster player or an approved guest players prior to the start of the first game. In the event of a protest, any player not listed on the roster or on the guest player report will be deemed ineligible to play. The team with the protested player will receive a forfeit (7-0 loss) for the game that is in progress. The ineligible player not be allowed to play for the remainder of the event. The team can resume play in their next scheduled game without the ineligible player unless they are under the 8 player minimum.
LINEUP CARDS: Lineup cards must contain the FULL name of the player and the number.
PROTESTS: There will be a $100 protest fee. Any roster protest must be done prior to the start of the third inning. (Please make sure you check guest players prior to protesting a player. To do this, pull up the teams roster history, select the event from the dropdown on the top of the page, and check the guest players listed on the bottom of the roster)
TEAM INSURANCE: All teams are required to have insurance on their team. If you purchased through USSSA, we have the policy online. If you did not, please present a copy of your insurance to the site director when you arrive at the park.
MVP AWARDS: MVP awards will be given during pool games for each team. The MVPs will be selected by the umpires and staff. Players can bring their MVP cards to the onsite director of the park to redeem their award and get their picture made. In Ruston, all MVP awards can be picked up at B Pod
TOURNAMENT TRACKING: The USSSA app will allow parents, coaches, and organizations to follow the pool and bracket as scores are submitted. Any discrepancies with the scores that are entered should be reported as quickly as possible to the tournament director. This will give you a live look at how seeding is playing out during pool play and how the brackets are progressing that will keep you on track with start times.
BALL PARK ADMITTANCE: All 3 complexes have one main entrance in and out of the park. This entrance will serve as the “gate” to the tournament. Fans will pay at the gate for daily admission. Up to 3 coaches and all players will not be charged admission. Cost will be $10 per person per day. Kids 8 & Under will be free.
COOLERS, FOOD, DRINK: Concession will be available at the center of each quad. Players are allowed water jugs inside the quad areas or ONE team ice chest. Outside food and coolers are NOT allowed within the confines of the quads. However, teams are welcome to picnic in the parking lot or surrounding areas. NO SUNFLOWER SEEDS OR GUM IN THE DUGOUTS. Coaches are responsible for disseminating this information and enforcing these standards during tournament play.
We hope this lays the foundation for a transparent and phenomenal tournament. We are happy to host your families and couldn’t be more excited to press on with this event.
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Entry Fee$650
Entry fee includes PAP fees for umpires.
Refund Policy:
- Refunds will not be issued after deadline has passed and scheduling has started.
- No games 100% – One Game 75% Two Games 50% Three or more 0%
- Started game that play two or more innings will be considered a game.
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Gate FeeGate Fees are as follows:
Daily Admission will be charged as follows:
- $12 per day admission
- Kids 8 & Under are Free
- 3 Coaches per team will be Free
- All Players are Free
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Additional NoteFriday Activities
- Due to number of teams, some teams may play on Friday
- Teams can do early check-in to pick up coach packet and player trading cards
- C.J. Beatty will perform for the players on Friday night.
The following information packets will be emailed out to coaches:
- 7U Information Packet
- 8U Information Packet
- 9U/10U Information Packet
- 11U/12U Information Packet
Tournament Division
| Division | Entry Fee | Gate Fee | Max Entries | Teams Entered |
Game Guarantee |
Format |
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Event Ballparks
| Venue Name | Address | Maps link |
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| Ouachita Sportsplex | 710 Holland Drive, Monroe, LA, 71203 | Open in Maps |
| ULM Intramural Complex | 4709 Bon Aire Dr., Monroe, LA, 71203 | Open in Maps |
| Ruston Sports Complex | 2001 Champions Way, Ruston, LA, 71270 | Open in Maps |
Event Lodging
Note: If you don't know which venue you'll be playing at and want to book in advance, click here to find hotels that are geographically centered between all venues.
| Venue Name | Address | Dates | Details |
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| Ouachita Sportsplex | 710 Holland Drive, Monroe, LA, 71203 | May 2-3 | Find Hotels |
| ULM Intramural Complex | 4709 Bon Aire Dr., Monroe, LA, 71203 | May 2-3 | Find Hotels |
| Ruston Sports Complex | 2001 Champions Way, Ruston, LA, 71270 | May 2-3 | Find Hotels |
Trading Cards
For this event we will offer Player Trading Cards. We supply the first pack of 18 cards at no cost to the player. Parents have the option to purchase additional packs of cards. These will be distributed at check-in.
Players will trade cards at the event, similar to trading pins. This has been a very popular addition to many of our larger events that involve teams from many different states!
In order to receive the cards, the parent/guardian of each player will need to click the link below to complete the information and upload the picture for the card.
https://forms.tradingcardsdirect.com/superelite26
Event Updates
11-12U Extra Innings Combine
We are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting the inaugural Extra Innings combine during the Super Elite Invitational for the 11-12U age group in Monroe. This event marks an exciting opportunity for young athletes to showcase their skills and gain valuable exposure.
Event DetailsThe combine is specifically designed for the 11-12U group, providing a platform for elite talent and competitive play. It will be held as part of the Super Elite Invitational, bringing together top teams and players for an unforgettable experience.
How to ParticipateTo learn more about the combine, including details about the event, please refer to the information link provided.
CLICK HERE FOR COMBINE INFORMATION!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE COMBINE!
REFUND POLICY
TOURNAMENT REFUND POLICY:
Once an event has started and then cancelled due to rain, lightning or any other reason out of the control of the event director the following guidelines will be in place. All monies not refunded as part of these guidelines can and should be credited to future events for each individual tournament company.
: 0 games played= full refund (minus 20% administration fee) This fee helps offset the pre-tournament costs associated with the event.
: 1 game played= 50% refund
: 2 or more games played= no refund
8u - RULES
Team are allowed to bunt.
If an attempt on third pitch is bunted fowl that will be an out.
Play will be governed by the USSSA Rule Book, unless specified in this section.
1. Ball: 11-inch USSSA approved ball, optic yellow in color with a maximum
compression of 375# and a COR rating of 46.25 +/- 0.75 will be used.
2. Innings: A regulation game shall be seven (7) innings.
3. Time Limits: 7 inning games.
Games can end in a tie during pool play. Bracket games that are tied at the end
of regulation or upon completion of an inning with time expired shall go to the
International Tie-Breaker method.
4. Runs per Inning: A maximum of 6 runs can be scored each inning by each
team.
5. Run Rule: As per Rule 4 Section 4, the run rule will be 12 runs after 3
innings, 10 runs after 4 innings, and 8 runs after 5 innings. If time has expired
and either team is behind and cannot catch up or go ahead, the game shall be
over immediately.
6. Offensive Lineup: The batting lineup may be any number from eight (8) to all
players present. An automatic out will be taken if only eight (8) batters. When
batting more than eight (8), if any position in the batting order is left open due
to injury, illness, or ejection it will be an automatic out if a sub is not available.
7. Courtesy Runner: A Courtesy Runner is permitted for the catcher only,
subject to all applicable sections of Rule 8.3.
8. Defensive Positions: The defensive team must have a minimum of eight (8) and
a maximum of ten (10) defensive players in the field, but no more than six (6),
including the catcher, can be positioned inside the infield baselines.
NOTE: The use of a DP/Flex is not allowed. All players listed on the lineup
card will hit.
Coach pitch only: The player pitcher must have at least one foot in the pitcher’s
circle when the batter’s coach is pitching. No other defensive players may be
positioned inside the pitcher’s circle at the same time. The outfield is defined
as the turf area on a regulation sized youth field or at least 10 feet beyond the
baselines for other playing surfaces.
9. Batting: The batter will receive five pitches or three swinging strikes, whichever
occurs first. Each pitch will count as one of the five even if the batter does not
swing. If the fifth pitch is hit (not bunted) foul the batter will remain at bat as
long as they continue to foul off pitches. The batter is out on a third strike whether caught or uncaught.
There shall be no Base on Balls (walk) awarded. Hitters hit by a pitch will not be awarded 1st base.
Bunting is NOT allowed. PENALTY: The ball is dead, and the batter
is out if the ball is contacted. All other runners must return to the base
occupied at the time of the pitch.
10. The infield fly rule is not in effect. The ball remains “live” with all runners in
jeopardy of being put out or advancing.
11. A runner may not leave a base until the pitch:
a.(Travel ball) leaves the pitcher’s hand.
PENALTY: The ball is dead, a “no pitch” is declared, and the runner is
declared out.
A runner who leaves a base on a pitch is at liability to be put out, even on a
non-batted ball. On a non-batted ball, the runner must immediately return to
her original base. If the defense chooses not make a play on a runner (who
fails to return to her original base), the Umpire may call “Time” and order her
return to expedite pace of play.
12. Time will be called when:
a.(Travel ball) a defensive player has possession of the ball in advance of
the lead runner. If a runner is more than half way to the next base when time is called, the
runner will be awarded the next base. If they are not half way to the next base
when time is called they will be returned to the previous base safely.
The defensive team may have a maximum of 3 defensive conferences per
game.
13. Additional Coaches: In addition to base coaches, only a coach in the pitcher’s
circle is allowed on the field of play.
The coach pitcher must deliver the pitch with one foot in contact with the
pitching plate.
The pitching coach may only coach the batter prior to the pitch. He/she may not coach the batter-runner at ANY time.
PENALTY: The batter is charged with a PITCH
Coach pitch only: The pitching coach must make an effort to avoid interfering
with the play. If in the umpire’s judgment, a coach interferes unintentionally with the
batted ball and/or defensive play, the ball will be declared dead and the pitch
replayed. If in the umpire’s judgment, a coach interferes intentionally, the lead
runner is out and the play replayed. If there are no runners, the batter is out.
Payments
Coaches, payments are due at minimum 30 days prior to the event. If you have not paid, we will remove you and add a team from waiting list. Also, we do not refund entries once teams have paid. If you choose not to play prior to schedule being released and we can replace you, we will hold a credit for a future event in the same season only. If you drop once schedule is released, we will not refund or hold credit you forfeit the payment.
Thanks,
JG
RULES
WE DO NOT USE USA ELITE SELECT RULES
Rules – Louisiana Fastpitch – USSSA
REFUND POLICY
Refund Policy:
No games 100% - One Game 75% Two Games 50% Three or more 0%
Started game that play two or more innings will be considered a game.
Fans enter at their own risk into the park. Wristbands are not refunded once entered.
REFUND POLICY
Refund Policy:
No games 100% - One Game 75% Two Games 50% Three or more 0%
Started game that play two or more innings will be considered a game.
Fans enter at their own risk into the park. Wristbands are not refunded once entered.
GATE FEE'S
GATE FEES:
Fans enter at their own risk once entered we do not refund unless the complete tournament is called with no games played in any age group.
Gate Fee: $10 per person 8yr old and under FREE.
GATE FEE'S
GATE FEES:
Fans enter at their own risk once entered we do not refund unless the complete tournament is called with no games played in any age group.
Gate Fee: $10 per person 8yr old and under FREE.
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