Triple Crown Sports recently launched a separate, non-profit venture called Protect The Game (Veterans in Sports Officiating), designed to train former members of the military in becoming officials, primarily for youth sports. There is a shortage of officials around the country, and this endeavor can create paid working opportunities for veterans looking for the next chapter of their lives.
Two longtime leaders in the nation’s youth baseball arena, Millard United Sports and Triple Crown Sports, will work in association for the 2021 MUS Spring Showdown, set for April 9-11 in age groups 8u through 14u.
Millard United Sports has more than 80 years of history in organizing and executing youth sports events to benefit the Greater Omaha area. The 2020 Spring Showdown drew almost 90 teams despite the disruptions of COVID-19 and is widely appreciated as a competitive highlight on the spring baseball schedule. Triple Crown Sports has been producing youth, high school and college events for nearly 40 years. TCS also powers one of the largest and most well-regarded youth baseball events in the world, the SlumpBuster, which drew 730 teams in June 2019 and runs during the D-I College World Series in Omaha. “We are excited to have a unique opportunity to work together with Triple Crown and are glad to be part of their first local partnership,” said Tim Schaareman, MUS tournament and facilities manager. “Our history in the Omaha region has allowed us to create important relationships in and around youth baseball, and we couldn’t be more pleased to work more closely with Millard United Sports,” said TCS chief operating officer Sean Hardy. “We look forward to both organizations having a successful 2021 campaign after the hurdles we all faced last year.” For more information: Millard United: CLICK HERE Spring Showdown: CLICK HERE Two longtime leaders in the nation’s youth/high school baseball arena, Knights Baseball (Tennessee) and Triple Crown Sports, will work in association for several events on the 2021 schedule.
Knights Baseball, founded in 2002, has been a regional source of quality teaching and competitive performance in the sport from the beginning, serving age groups from 8u to 18u. Highlighting the effort with TCS in 2021 are two events, the 12u-16u Nashville Classic (May/June) and the Cumberland Classic, an 18u tournament set for May 28-31 in Lebanon, TN. Triple Crown Sports has been producing youth, high school and college events for nearly 40 years and will run the fourth Big South Championship in July 2021 in Nashville and Franklin, TN. TCS also powers one of the largest and most well-regarded youth baseball events in the world, the SlumpBuster, which drew 730 teams in June 2019 and runs during the D-I College World Series in Omaha. "It is an excellent enhancement for Knights Baseball tournaments to be partnered with Triple Crown Sports," said Knights co-owner Jason Anderegg. "(TC event director) John Casale and his staff have always been great to us, which made it a very easy decision to now work together. This partnership will allow Knights Baseball and Triple Crown Sports tournaments to both continue to flourish." “We’ve been impressed from Day 1 at how the Knights Baseball program builds the skills of young players and prepares the older ones to make an impact at the collegiate level,” said TCS chief operating officer Sean Hardy. “We look forward to both organizations sharing their expertise as we open the door to a 2021 schedule that ideally is free of the hurdles from 2020.” For more information: Knights: https://www.knightsbaseballtn.com/ TCS Players, Parents, Administrators and Coaches,
This year has been a challenge for athletes all over the world. The memories that Triple Crown desires to make with you were, in most cases, diminished or eliminated. As we adapted to the limitations forced by the pandemic, we noticed your efforts to play and compete, to deal with Zoom practices and to keep families and team connected. Pain was difficult to avoid, as jobs were lost and loved ones became ill; it hurt to watch student athletes be taken away from their friends. We recognize the mental health struggle many are facing. In terms of COVID-19, obstacles remain, but please know TCS will be here when it’s your time to shine again. We are offering a menu of events in 2021 that will excite your team and keep everyone safe. TCS was able to produce nearly 50% of its 2020 expected team count, and we’re forecasting a return to 80% in 2021. Look for us to be proactive, with a mix of relocated events to open states, some luck in opening from currently closed municipalities, and dedicated formats that prioritize health and safety. We are so proud of the efforts you’ve made in 2020 to keep sports in the forefront and ensure that athletes have this amazing opportunity to learn resilience through challenge. Sports are what keep TCS going — it runs through our veins to compete, and we will be here when you most need what we do best. See you in 2021! Keri King, CEO The Triple Crown World Series has added a third location starting in 2021 for D2 teams in the 9u, 11u, 12u and 14u divisions!
We’ve selected the beautiful mountain communities of Aspen, Basalt, Carbondale, Glenwood Springs and Snowmass, Colorado as host to our premier D2 World Series event. Also known as the Roaring Fork Valley, this world-class destination is a perfect location to combine competitive tournament baseball along with a family vacation all members will enjoy. The event is slated for July 21-25, 2021 and will feature a 5-game guarantee format with a double-elimination bracket finish. The fields are surrounded by the beautiful Rocky Mountains and you will be playing at 6,000+ feet above sea level. Coaches, players and families will be able to take advantage of the countless activities the Roaring Fork Valley has to offer such as rafting, biking, hiking, “gold-medal” fly fishing, jeeping and horseback riding. The Valley is the 1st region in Colorado (and 7th worldwide) to receive “gold status” from the international mountain biking association. Between all of the towns there is a wide variety of world-class restaurants, shopping and lodging. Pencil your team in today and jump on the Who’s Coming List. We have limited spots available in each age division and we do expect the event to sell out early. After a year when youth baseball teams had the summertime blues, it’s time to look forward to blue skies in 2021!
Come to the Rocky Mountains for the Triple Crown World Series, the dream location for a title run where the competition is strong and the cool mountain air is a real treat for all members of the family. Each event features a five-game guarantee, double-elim playoff brackets, and a dozen free Baden baseballs, with no gate fees or umpire charges. Steamboat Springs, CO July 20-25 11u, 14u, 13uD2 Event Details Steamboat Springs, CO July 27-Aug. 1 8u, 10u, 13u and 13 Elite Event Details Park City, UT July 19-24 9u, 12u and 12 Elite Event Details Get penciled in TODAY and start planning your trip that combines a fun family destination as well as exciting championship-level baseball! Contact Matt Pilcher at (970) 672-0562 or matt@triplecrownsports.com. We're teaming up with former MLB player, current motivational speaker and music producer CJ Beatty! CJ and Triple Crown are dedicated to creating unique, positive and inspiring messages! Each week, CJ's Scouting Report will cover topics aimed at players, parents and coaches. EPISODE #1: Meet CJ BeattyYou can expect future topics to include:
If you have a topic you would like CJ to discuss, drop a comment after watching an episode. Learn more about CJ, follow him on social media and download his music by clicking below: Start making plans to join us in Arizona for the 2021 Arizona Spring Championships held during MLB Spring Training! We are now offering 5 sessions all with 4 or 6 game options.
In 2020, we sold out with over 400 teams from 20 different states before COVID-19 put an abrupt end to the event. We are looking to rebound in a big way in 2021 as we expect teams will be eager to get back down to Arizona to enjoy the nice spring weather and MLB games. SESSION #1 March 4-7, 2021 Scottsdale, Gilbert & Phoenix DI & II: 8u -14u EVENT DETAILS SESSION #2 March 8-10, 2021 Scottsdale, Phoenix, Mesa, Fountain Hills DI & II: 8u -14u EVENT DETAILS SESSION #3 March 11-14, 2021 Scottsdale, Phoenix, Mesa, Fountain Hills DI & II: 8u -14u EVENT DETAILS SESSION #4 March 15-17, 2021 Scottsdale, Gilbert & Phoenix DI & II: 8u -14u EVENT DETAILS SESSION #5 March 18-21, 2021 Scottsdale, Gilbert & Phoenix DI & II: 8u -14u EVENT DETAILS Start planning now for the 2021 Omaha SlumpBuster!
We are expecting a sell out much earlier this year as more than 140 teams have already transferred their 2020 registration to the 2021 SlumpBuster. After losing the 2020 College World Series and 95% of the Omaha SlumpBuster tournament field due to COVID-19, you can bet teams will be chomping at the bit to attend the 2021 SlumpBuster and CWS! Dates and details are now posted for all four sessions! SESSION #1 June 17-20, 2021 9u - 14u 4 or 6 Game Options SESSION #2 June 21-23, 2021 11u - 14u 4 Game Guarantee SESSION #3 June 24-27, 2021 9u - 14u 4 or 6 Game Options SESSION #4 June 29 - July 1, 2021 13u, 15u/16u & 17u/18u 4 Game Guarantee Now is your chance to win a chance to have Public Address legend Alan Roach record your team's introductions! Below are the rules for how to enter: About Alan Roach
Alan Roach is a professional sports event announcer whose credentials include 12 Super Bowls, six Olympics, World Cup Soccer and more than 28 years as announcer for professional sports teams including the Colorado Avalanche, Denver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings, and Colorado Rockies. Roach has helped many youth sports teams find that BIG LEAGUE sound for player introductions, goal calls, and year-end banquet videos. CLICK HERE for audio and video samples and contact information for Alan Roach. Prices are very affordable for youth team budgets and turn-around time is speedy. Grab a BIG TIME sound for your team! |