EVENT DETAILS
USSSA APRIL ATTACK – (186 Teams in 2023)
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Tournament DateApr 12 - Apr 14 2024
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Entry Fee$275 - $495
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StatureUSSSA NIT
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Age Groups7U - 14U
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Event Details
The USSSA APRIL ATTACK is a USSSA NIT event. Teams receive additional USSSA Points for participating in an NIT level event. Pool play matchups in NIT events are determined based on team power rankings. In 2023, there were 186 teams that participated in this event!
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Admission
DAY PASS
- $15 (Cash Only)
WEEKEND PASS
- $20 (Cash Only)
FREE ADMISSION
- Children 12 & Under
- Three Coaches Per Team
- All Players
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Additional Note
SCHEDULE RELEASE
- The schedule for this event will be released by Tuesday, April 9th
- Coaches can visit www.ohiovalleysp.com and select “2024 Event Schedule Request” to request game times for your pool play games
PAYMENT DEADLINE
- When a division sells out, coaches will receive an email with a payment deadline
- If you do not receive an early payment deadline email for a sold out division, the payment deadline for this event is Friday, April 5th
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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Ceraland Sports Complex | 3989 South 525 East, Columbus, IN, 47203 | Open in Maps |
Kasting Park | 800 Kasting Road, Seymour, IN, 47274 | Open in Maps |
Columbus Lincoln Park | 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus, IN, 47201 | Open in Maps |
Freeman Field Complex | 2476 N St Rd 11, Seymour, IN, 47274 | Open in Maps |
Shelby County Babe Ruth | 613 River Road, Shelbyville, IN, 46176 | Open in Maps |
Edinburgh Sports Complex | 722 S Eisenhower Dr, Edinburgh, IN, 46124 | Open in Maps |
Jennings County High School | 800 West Walnut, North Vernon, IN, 47265 | 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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Ceraland Sports Complex | 3989 South 525 East, Columbus, IN, 47203 | Apr 12-14 | Find Hotels |
Kasting Park | 800 Kasting Road, Seymour, IN, 47274 | Apr 12-14 | Find Hotels |
Columbus Lincoln Park | 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus, IN, 47201 | Apr 12-14 | Find Hotels |
Freeman Field Complex | 2476 N St Rd 11, Seymour, IN, 47274 | Apr 12-14 | Find Hotels |
Shelby County Babe Ruth | 613 River Road, Shelbyville, IN, 46176 | Apr 12-14 | Find Hotels |
Edinburgh Sports Complex | 722 S Eisenhower Dr, Edinburgh, IN, 46124 | Apr 12-14 | Find Hotels |
Jennings County High School | 800 West Walnut, North Vernon, IN, 47265 | Apr 12-14 | Find Hotels |
Merchandise
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USSSA APRIL ATTACK – (186 Teams in 2023) T-Shirt
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USSSA APRIL ATTACK – (186 Teams in 2023) Performance Hoodie
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USSSA APRIL ATTACK – (186 Teams in 2023) Women's T-Shirt
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USSSA APRIL ATTACK – (186 Teams in 2023) Hoodie
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USSSA APRIL ATTACK – (186 Teams in 2023) Dry Fit T-Shirt
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USSSA APRIL ATTACK – (186 Teams in 2023) Long Sleeve Dry Fit Shirt
$29.99
Reigning Champions
2023 USSSA APRIL ATTACK CHAMPIONS
- 14u AA – SEYMOUR DIAMONDBACKS
- 14u A – BLUE FROGZ
- 13u AAA – EVANSVILLE LEATHERNECKS
- 13u AA – MORROW’S YARD
- 13u A – BATESVILLE BATS
- 12u AAA – CANES LOUISVILLE
- 12u AA – SEYMOUR DIAMONDBACKS
- 12u A – SEI HAVOC
- 11u AAA – INDIANA WILDCATS BLUE
- 11u AA – TEAM WARSTIC
- 11u A – HAGERSTOWN TIGERS BASEBALL
- 10u AA – VIPERS KEOWN
- 10u A – DIESEL RED
- 9u AAA – VINCENNES
- 9u AA – DEMAND COMMAND WARD
- 9u A – SHELBY CO CUBS WILSON
- 8u OPEN – SMITHVILLE SCRAPPERS
- 8u A – WBC KELLAR
- 7u OPEN – PRIMETIME
- 7u A – SEYMOUR DIAMONDBACKS
Rules / Pitching Restrictions
Event Format
13u AAA
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- Each team will play two pool play games on Friday/Saturday
- The top seven teams from pool play advance to the Championship Bracket on Sunday
- The bottom four teams from pool will play in the Consolation Bracket on Sunday
- Each team will play two pool play games on Friday/Saturday
- 12u A
- Each team will play two pool play games on Saturday
- All teams advance to the Championship Bracket
- There is one bracket game on Sunday morning at Freeman; all other games will be played at Kasting
- 11u AA
- Each team will play two pool play games on Friday/Saturday
- All teams advance to the Championship Bracket
- There is one game on Friday night at Ceraland; all other games will be played at Kasting
- 10u A
- Each team will play two pool play games on Saturday
- The top ten teams from pool play advance to the Championship Bracket on Sunday
- The bottom four teams from pool will play in the Consolation Bracket on Sunday
- Each team will play two pool play games on Saturday
- ALL OTHER DIVISIONS
- Each team will play two pool play games on Friday/Saturday; all teams advance to the single elimination Championship Bracket on Sunday
- CHAMPIONS AND FINALISTS OF THE CHAMPIONSHIP BRACKET IN EACH DIVISION RECEIVE AWARDS
Pool Standings Tiebreakers
- [1] Winning Percentage (Descending)
- [2] Number of Wins (Descending)
- [3] Number of Losses (Ascending)
- [4] Tied Teams Winning Percentage Against Each Other (Descending)
- NOT VALID IF ALL TIED TEAMS HAVE NOT PLAYED EACH OTHER
- [5] Average Runs Allowed
- [6] Average Run Differential (Maximum of 8 Run Differential Per Game)
- [7] USSSA Points (Descending)
- [8] Date Team Entered USSSA Database
- ONCE PAST A TIEBREAKER, DO NOT RETURN TO PREVIOUS
- TEAMS THAT HAVE BEEN ASSIGNED A FORFEIT LOSS WILL BE PLACED AS THE LOWEST SEED IN THEIR TIED-TEAM GROUP
Awards
CHAMPIONS
- Each player receives:
- Champion ring
- Champion helmet decal
- Invitation to the All-State Showcase
- Team receives:
- Championship banner
FINALISTS
- Each player receives:
- Finalist ring
- Finalist helmet decal
- Invitation to the All-State Showcase
Park Info / Field Surfaces
CERALAND SPORTS COMPLEX
- DIVISIONS
- 14u AAA, 14u AA, 13u AAA, 12u AAA, 11u AA, 10u AAA, 9u AAA, 8u OPEN, 7u AA
- ADDRESS
- 3989 S 525 E, Columbus, IN 47203
- NOTES
- All diamonds have turf infields
- Diamonds 1-6 are located to the left upon entering the park
- Diamonds 7-10 are located to the right upon entering the park
- Concessions at Ceraland are cashless
KASTING PARK
- DIVISIONS
- 12u A, 11u AAA, 11u AA, 8u A
- ADDRESS
- 800 Kasting Rd, Seymour, IN 47274
- NOTES
- All diamonds have skinned dirt infields with portable pitching mounds
- Batting cages are available to use at the facility
- Concessions at Kasting are cash only
FREEMAN FIELD RECREATION CENTER
- DIVISIONS
- 14u A, 13u A, 12u A, 11u A
- ADDRESS
- 2476 Hwy 11, Seymour, IN 47274
- NOTES
- All diamonds have skinned dirt infields with portable pitching mounds
- Concessions at Freeman are cash only
SHELBY COUNTY BABE RUTH
- DIVISION
- 10u A
- ADDRESS
- 613 Sunset Park Dr, Shelbyville, IN 46176
- NOTES
- All diamonds have grass infields with portable pitching mounds
EDINBURGH SPORTS COMPLEX
- DIVISIONS
- 10u AA, 9u AA, 9u A
- ADDRESS
- 722 S Eisenhower Dr, Edinburgh, IN 46124
- NOTES
- All diamonds have skinned dirt infields with portable pitching mounds
LINCOLN PARK
- DIVISIONS
- 13u AA, 12u AA
- ADDRESS
- 2501 Lincoln Park Dr, Columbus, IN 47201
- NOTES
- All diamonds have skinned dirt infields with portable pitching mounds
- Please use the south entrance at the park
Time Limits
COACH PITCH & 9U A
- 1 Hour 30 Min
- 1 Hour 40 Min (Championship Game)
ALL OTHER KID PITCH
- 1 Hour 40 Min
- 2 Hours (Championship Game)
Game Scorecards
The scorecard below is used by umpires in every game to record innings pitched by each player and the score of the game. Umpires will verify with the scorekeeper for each team throughout the game. At the end of the game, each coach is required to sign the scorecard, confirming the final score of the game and the innings pitched by each individual player that pitched. It is the responsibility of each coach to ensure all information on the scorecard is correct.
- Once the card has been signed, it is official
Scoring Games on the USSSA App
Visit this link (iScore Tutorial) to learn how to use iScore to score your team’s games! Using iScore allows you to take advantage of many new features that are now available within the USSSA App, including:
- Players have the ability to earn PLAYER BADGES for outstanding statistical achievements and milestones
- STATISTICAL LEADERS within an event are are shown on the “Leaderboard” to highlight the top individual performances in each event
- TEAM ROSTERS & GUEST PLAYERS for your team and the opponent are AUTOMATICALLY LOADED from the USSSA database into the game (you do not need to manually enter players)
- LIVE BOX SCORES & COMPLETE SEASON STATISTICS are available to view on your team page
- LIVE-STREAM GAMES directly from the USSSA app (using Mevo streaming devices)
USSSA Points Race
- All teams participating in USSSA events earn USSSA Points based on their placing in each tournament. The top team in each division per state will receive a 2024 USSSA State Points Race Championship Ring. The top team in each age group per region will receive a 2024 USSSA Regional Points Race Championship Chain.
- The number of points a team earns in an event varies based on the stature of the event. The image below shows the points earned based on placing in every type of event. Tap on the image to view the current 2024 standings and learn more about the USSSA Points Race!
Weather
Ohio Valley Sports consults with professional meteorologists to make informed decisions when severe weather events occur. The safety of our participants is our top priority. We do everything in our power to play all scheduled games. When weather causes delays or schedule changes, we communicate updates throughout the process. In the event of cancellations, please view the Indiana USSSA Rules Packet for information regarding the refund policy.
Weather updates for this event will be provided via:
- USSSA App
- USSSA Email System
- Ohio Valley Sports Productions Facebook
OVSP Website / Social Media
Upcoming OVSP Events
Event Updates
Leaderboard
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