First Annual Dirt & Diamonds Showdown: Longmont/Niwot

16u & 18u Round Robin Tournament - March 14-15, 2026 - 6 Game Guarantee

Hosted by Impact Gold

​Get ready to kick up some dirt and shine on the diamond at the Dirt & Diamonds Showdown, an official USSSA-sanctioned tournament proudly hosted by Impact Gold. This event brings together top 16U and 18U teams ready to battle it out and test their early-season grit.

Each team is guaranteed 6 games, giving every athlete plenty of opportunities to compete, connect, and prepare for the season ahead. Whether you’re fine-tuning your lineup or showcasing your talent, this round robin format ensures maximum playtime and strong competition from first pitch to final out.

​At Impact Gold, we believe in providing a fair and professional tournament experience. That’s why all entry fees are 100% refundable in the event of weather-related cancellations — no hidden fine print, just respect for our teams and families.
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Join us for an unforgettable weekend of great softball, great competition, and great sportsmanship. Bring your energy, your hustle, and your love for the game — we’ll take care of the rest.

$750 per team
16u Teams - 12 entries
18u Teams - 12 entries 

Rules

The Dirt & Diamonds Showdown will follow USSSA rules for all divisions. Sportsmanship, respect, and fair play are expected at all times from coaches, players, and fans.
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Batting & Substitutions

• Teams may choose to bat their entire lineup or use a traditional batting order.
• Free defensive substitutions are allowed throughout the tournament.

Game Format

• 75-minute games – finish the inning.

Run Rule:

• 10 runs after 3 innings
• 8 runs after 4 innings
• 6 runs after 5 innings

Extra Innings: Begin immediately with the international tiebreaker rule (last batted out starts on second base).

• No protests will be accepted — umpire decisions are final.

Weather Policy
All entry fees are 100% refundable if weather conditions prevent games from being played.

Champions & Runners Up

Division winners and runners-up will be determined based on overall record, runs allowed, and runs scored. In the event of a tie, standard USSSA tiebreakers will be used in the following order:

1. Win–Loss Record
2. Head-to-Head (if applicable)
3. Runs Allowed
4. Runs Scored
5. Run Differential
6. Coin Toss (if necessary)

Awards will be presented to the champion and runner-up teams in each age division.

Who Is Coming

16U

• Impact Gold French-White (penciled)
• Impact Gold Dominguez (penciled)

18u

• Impact Gold Witt/Brooks (penciled)
• Impact Gold Shaffer (penciled)

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