IFP
Tournaments
Last updated August 12, 2026
Island Fastpitch runs a full 2026 lineup of tournaments, with both Open and C Level events across the Spring, Summer, and Fall.
All tournaments use USSSA umpires, so teams get a consistent standard of play and officiating from event to event.
Levels
Open events are played on turf fields. Open events include upgraded MVP awards such as belts, gold chains, and spinner medals.
C Level events are played on dirt fields. C Level events include a basic MVP award.
Awards
Champions and Finalists are both recognized.
- Champions receive a Championship Award, a Banner, Medals, and MVP awards.
- Finalists receive a Finalist Award and Medals.
Game guarantees
One day tournaments guarantee three games. On one day weekends, 10U and 12U divisions play Saturday and 14U and 16U divisions play Sunday.
Weekend tournaments guarantee four games for all divisions.
2026 Tournament Schedule
| Tournament | Date | Age Divisions | Level | Location | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breaking Dawn 16/18U | Fri, Feb 27 | 16/18U | not listed | SUSA Orlin & Cohen Sports Complex, 271 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | $799 per team |
| Breaking Dawn 14U | Sat, Feb 28 | 14U | not listed | SUSA Orlin & Cohen Sports Complex, 271 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | $799 per team |
| The Upside Down 12U | Fri, Mar 6 | 12U | not listed | SUSA Orlin & Cohen Sports Complex, 271 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | $799 per team |
| The Upside Down 14U | Sat, Mar 7 | 14U | not listed | SUSA Orlin & Cohen Sports Complex, 271 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | $799 per team |
| Don't Get Left Behind 16/18U | Sat, Mar 14 | 16/18U | not listed | SUSA Orlin & Cohen Sports Complex, 271 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722 | $799 per team |
| Season Opener | Apr 4 and 5 | Saturday: 10U, 12U. Sunday: 14U, 16U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $500, C Level $425 |
| Fever Pitch | Apr 11 and 12 | Saturday: 10U, 12U. Sunday: 14U, 16U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $500, C Level $425 |
| Fight Autism | Apr 18 and 19 | Saturday: 10U, 12U. Sunday: 14U, 16U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $500, C Level $425 |
| Friday Night Lights 14U | Fri, Apr 24 | 14U | not listed | Long Island | $475 per team |
| Beauty Plays Like a Beast | Apr 25 and 26 | Saturday: 10U, 12U. Sunday: 14U, 16U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $500, C Level $425 |
| Friday Night Lights 12U | Fri, May 1 | 12U | not listed | Long Island | $475 per team |
| Great Balls of Fire | May 2 and 3 | Saturday: 10U, 12U. Sunday: 14U, 16U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $500, C Level $425 |
| Mother Knows Best | Sat, May 9 | 10U, 12U, 14U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $500, C Level $425 |
| Sisterhood Showdown | May 16 and 17 | Saturday: 10U, 12U. Sunday: 14U, 16U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $500, C Level $425 |
| Chiefs Fastpitch You Matter! | May 23 and 24 | 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U | not listed | Long Island | $600 per team |
| Friday Night Lights 14U | Fri, May 29 | 14U | not listed | Long Island | $475 per team |
| Ducks Summer Splash | May 30 and 31 | 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U | not listed | Long Island | $600 per team |
| Play for the Blue Line | Jun 6 and 7 | 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $600, C Level $525 |
| A League of Their Own | Jun 13 and 14 | 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $600, C Level $525 |
| LI Express Wounded Warrior | Jun 13 and 14 | 14U, 16U, 18U | not listed | Long Island | $600 per team |
| Sandlot Showdown | Jun 20 and 21 | 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $600, C Level $525 |
| IFP State Tournament | Jun 27 and 28 | 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $700, C Level $525 |
| Chiefs Firecracker Classic | Jul 4 and 5 | 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U | not listed | Long Island | $600 per team |
| Angels in the Outfield | Jul 11 and 12 | 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $600, C Level $525 |
| Battle of the Bridge, New York vs New Jersey | Jul 11 and 12 | 10 B and Open, 12 B and Open, 14 B, C and Open | Open, B, and C | Carteret and Linden, NJ | not listed |
| Thunder Summer Storm | Jul 18 and 19 | 10U, 12U, 14U | Open and C | Long Island | $600 per team |
| Thunderstorm College Showcase | Jul 18 and 19 | 16U, 18U | not listed | Long Island | $900 per team |
| Long Island Championship | Jul 25 and 26 | 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U | Open and C | Long Island | Open $700, C Level $525 |
Twenty eight tournaments are listed above. The Fall tournament dates are not yet posted.
Notes on individual events
Season Opener. The site carries two listings for this event. One lists Saturday April 4 with 10U, 12U, 14U, and 16U at Open and C Levels. The other lists April 4 and 5, with 10U, 12U, and 12C on Saturday and 14U, 14C, and 16U on Sunday. Confirm the division schedule when you register.
Midnight Madness tournaments. Breaking Dawn 16/18U, Breaking Dawn 14U, The Upside Down 12U, The Upside Down 14U, and Don't Get Left Behind 16/18U are Midnight Madness events at the SUSA Bubble in Central Islip, NY. Each is capped at 6 teams. Start times are 11:00 pm. Games run 1 hour and 5 minutes drop dead, and revert back to the last completed inning.
Friday Night Lights. These are one day Friday night tournaments with a three game guarantee. First pitch is 5:30 pm.
Long Island Championship. This is the annual summer ending tournament played for rings.
Host club contacts
Several tournaments are hosted by member clubs. Contact the host directly for details.
| Tournament | Host | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Chiefs Fastpitch You Matter! | Chiefs Fastpitch | John Wolff, 516-476-5293 |
| Chiefs Firecracker Classic | Chiefs Fastpitch | John Wolff, 516-476-5293 |
| Ducks Summer Splash | Ducks Fastpitch | Troy Swantek, 516-987-8634, tswantek@aol.com |
| LI Express Wounded Warrior | Long Island Express | Ken Passante, 631-664-5781 |
| Thunder Summer Storm | Long Island Thunder | Joe Rigano, 516-369-7098 |
| Thunderstorm College Showcase | Long Island Thunder | Joe Rigano, 516-369-7098 |
Pricing
Island Fastpitch weekend tournaments are priced per team, with C Level entries running below Open.
| Event Type | Open | C Level |
|---|---|---|
| Weekend tournament, 4 game guarantee | $700 per team. Select weekend events are $600 per team. | $525 per team |
| One day tournament, 3 game guarantee | $500 per team | $425 per team |
Single division events are priced as one flat fee per team, with no separate Open and C Level pricing.
| Event Type | Entry Fee |
|---|---|
| Friday Night Lights, one day, 3 game guarantee | $475 per team |
| Midnight Madness, 6 team max | $799 per team |
| Host club tournament, 4 game guarantee | $600 per team |
| Thunderstorm College Showcase | $900 per team |
Umpire fees are paid at the field. Umpire fees are not included in the entry fee.