17u “National Player of the Year”

December 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The 2012 17u ABR “Player of the Year” was recently named.  Clayton Gelfand of West Linn, OR was selected based upon his athletic production and impact in the 2012 season.

Gelfand is a MIF/RHP out of Wilsonville High School in West Linn, OR.

The switch-hitting senior was named the 2012 NWOC (Northwest Oregon Conference) “Pitcher of the Year” and was selected to the All-NWOC Baseball Team after finishing the season with a .390 BA and 1.3 ERA.

Brian Wabick of the Amateur Baseball Report (ABR) and USSSA All-American Games Scout first caught a glimpse of Gelfand at the 2011 USSSA Winter Nationals Super NIT in Arizona last December.  Gelfand helped lead his team, Capital City Select, to a 2nd place finish.

“Clayton is an advanced pitcher with an advanced approach. I was really impressed with his ability to throw all of his pitches for strikes low in the zone. He had the tools I was looking for in a player to invite to the USSSA All-American Games,” explains Brian Wabick who is also a former pitcher for the Astros organization.

It was not only Gelfand’s arm that caught the attention of many.

“Clayton is a two way threat that has great instincts and good hands at short. He has a sneaky 88 – 90 mph fastball that explodes on hitters. Gelfands high leg kick makes it difficult for hitters to pick up the ball,” explains USSSA National Team Head Coach, DJ Wabick, who is also a former NCAA DI All-American and 2009 Mets AA All-Star.

“He showed that he can handle the bat against top pitchers and hit for a high average with his line to line approach. He has a bright future and we can’t wait to see more of him,” further adds Wabick.

Gelfand did nothing less than impress scouts and coaches at the USSSA All-American Games this past August.

He was named a 2012 USSSA First Team All-American and selected to the 2013 USSSA High School Varsity National Team who will travel internationally.  The 2010 team traveled to Osaka, Japan while the 2011 and 2012 teams traveled to Prague, Czech Republic.
Although it seems Gelfand is a seasoned USSSA and ABR veteran, he is actually only a rookie on the scene.

“The first time I heard of ABR was at the USSSA All-American Games, and then again in North Carolina for the NTIS.  Only being on the USSSA circuit for this past year I have already gotten so much, and couldn’t be more thankful for the opportunities I’ve been given,” explains Gelfand.

“Being able to receive the player of the year award was amazing.  I’m really looking forward to the international experience, receiving some great coaching and play along players I will make lifelong friends and hopefully getting drafted with the exposure I get playing with USSSA and through ABR. “

Gelfand has certainly received some exposure as well.  He recently committed to St. Mary’s College in California, a NCAA Division I program.

“I have chosen St. Mary’s because the coaching staff along with the education is a school that will give me the best chance to succeed after baseball is over.  I believe I will come out a better player and also a better man.  I haven’t signed yet. But next signing period I will.”

If he has another year like 2012, Gelfand is sure to be a threat on the international level and a possible name in the 2013 MLB draft.

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USSSA National Team Member, Colby Fitch, Commits to Louisville

October 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Rocheport, MO is home to junior phenom, Colby Fitch of Hickman High School. The left-handed hitting catcher is known for his quick and explosive swing and is considered one of the best high school hitting prospects in the country.

Fitch did nothing less than impress this past season.  He was named to the Missouri All-State Team and concluded his summer season with a .408 BA, 9 HR, and raked in 48 RBI’s helping lead the 17u Mac-n-Seitz Indians to a 35-5-1 record.

A pinnacle point for Fitch this summer was being part of the USSSA 16u National Team who captured the Gold Medal amongst 8 other countries at the USSSA Gold Medal Games.  It was Fitch’s second year on the USSSA National Team roster.

Fitch was named to the 2011 USSSA National Team roster after his performance at the 2010 USSSA All-American Games, where he received an invite by an ABR Scout who watched him at a local tournament.

“I was lucky to play on both the 15U and 16U USSSA National Teams. These tournaments were my first taste of playing international competition. I really enjoyed getting to play and know the players on my team. ABR does a very good job of selecting top players from around the United States.  I have made many lasting friendships from these events.  Playing with these great players ultimately made me want to improve my skills even more, so I can continue to play at the top level of baseball,” explains Fitch.

The competition and experience from this past summer has really helped Fitch develop even more as a player.

“I feel, personally, that I gained a lot of strength physically and mentally throughout the summer.  The power in my bat got stronger as the summer went on and has continued this fall in play with the Kansas City Royals Elite team in KC.”

Fitch’s improvement and talent definitely have not gone unnoticed.  After numerous schools had been contacting Fitch in hopes of adding them to their 2015 rosters, Fitch narrowed down his visits to 6 different schools.

“When I was on the visits I was thinking about what school would best fit me academically, baseball program-wise, socially, and which school I believed would help me grow as a person,” explained Fitch.

After giving it much thought, Fitch chose the University of Louisville where he will be one of their key catchers.

“I chose Louisville because I believe they give me the best shot of playing at the next level past college. I really like the coaching staff.  I feel they hold their players to very high standards which can only make them better people. I believe that the University of Louisville gives me the best and soonest chance to play, which is big for me. I want to be able to go into a program and know that I have a shot to fight and battle it out for a starting job. Louisville has all these components.”

Fitch is wasting no time in getting ready for the 2013 season.  Since the conclusion of fall ball, he has been focusing on overall body conditioning and improving his receiving skills.

Although his name is already set to be on the 2015 spring roster for Louisville, don’t be surprised if you see it sooner on the 2014 MLB Amateur Draft.

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ABR/USSSA Host Player Development Clinic in Barcelona Spain

September 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

USSSA and ABR staff traveled to Barcelona, Spain to conduct a three day player development clinic September 2nd-4th.  The event was held at the Barcelona Olympic Baseball Stadium and marked the 20th anniversary of the Barcelona Olympics thus gaining tremendous international recognition.

The ABR/USSSA Player Development clinic served as a development program for Spanish baseball players from around the country and was hosted by former MLB players including:

  • Jeffrey Hammonds (12 year MLB veteran, 2000 NL All-Star) 1992 Olympian – Barcelona
  • Charles Johnson (11 year MLB veteran, 2× All-Star selection, World Series champion, 4× Gold Glove Award winner )
  • Michael Tucker (11 year MLB veteran, 1992 Olympian-Barcelona)
  • Luis Alicea (14 year MLB veteran, 3 year MLB coach, World Series  Champion)
  • DJ Wabick (Mets AA All-Star, NCAA DI All-American)
  • Davide Dallospedale (2 x time Olympian and 2 x World Baseball Classic for Italy)
  • Andrea D’Auria (General Manager of the Italian professional      baseball league, USSSA International Director-International

Each day of the clinic was broken into two parts.  The mornings consisted of base running and defense, which was led by the MLB players at their primary positions.  The group then broke for lunch and returned in the afternoon for the offensive routine.  During the offensive portion of the clinic, each player took part in multiple hitting stations which were geared towards specific fundamental flaws that were discovered by the ABR development staff.

USSSA/ABR has made a major push to help develop baseball on an international level.  It is this push that has led to numerous baseball development opportunities around the world.  The goal of all these opportunities is the reinstatement of baseball back into the Olympics.

“Teaching baseball in Barcelona was one of the best experiences of my entire life. I was fortunate enough to go to a developing baseball country with former major league players such as Luis Alicea, Jeffrey Hammonds, Charles Johnson, and Michael Tucker. We were able to combine all of our knowledge and experiences and teach a country of players all about the different aspect of the game we love. It was an honor to be asked to go over there and an experience that I will never forget. I cannot wait to go back and continue where we left off.” – DJ Wabick (ABR Player Development Staff)

 

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USSSA to host Japanese Interns

September 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment

ABR and USSSA will be hosting two Japanese interns from Ritsumeikan University at the Chicago, Illinois offices.

Hiro Akagi and Kaz Hirai arrived in Chicago on September 2nd and will be staying until September 14th. Their goal during their stay is to learn more about the ABR and USSSA programs within the United States and implement the same programs in Japan, thus growing USSSA globally.

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2013 USSSA National Teams Posted

August 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

 

National Teams Posted

 

First and Second National Teams

Thank you to everybody who participated in this great event. We had a great time seeing everybody play and we walked away impressed with all the talent. Congratulations to the First and Second Team USSSA All Americans. With the amount of talent in Kissimmee, it was very hard to choose a National Team and a Second Team. We are already looking forward to the 2013 USSSA All American Games.

USSSA First Team & Second Team All-American Honors were awarded to the top individuals at each of the 14u, 15u, and 16/17u divisions for the USSSA All-American Games. The First Team All-Americans automatically earn a spot on the 2013 USSSA National Team who will compete in International competition next summer.

If a current National Team Member is unable to attend, a member of the Second Team, who matches the position, will be called to fulfill the roster spot.

 * The 2012 USSSA 1st Team All-Americans at each age are automatically named to the 2013 USSSA National Teams.

2012 USSSA 14u 1st Team 2012 USSSA 14u 2nd Team
Jacson McGowan Kyle Brana
Nathan Gonzales Michael Melichar
Zane Gill Lantz Trisler
Tyler Fagler Kevin Nichols
Nick Neville Nick Ultsch
Bailey Champagne Adam Weekley
Kalib Clark Sam O’Brien
Tanner Graham Christian Millan
Kristian Franklin Zach Prystash
Simon Landry Dante Brammer
Paul Benitez Andrew Howard
Landon Seymour Kragen Kechley
Joseph Standley
Derek Wells
Alan Harrison
Alexander Dixon
Vinnie Benvenuto
Patrick Fennell
Matt Ellmyer
Zach Walsh

 

2012 USSSA 15U 1st Team All American      2012 USSSA 15U 2nd Team All American
Roy Thurman Kyle Gibbs
Ray Hernandez Tyler Yardley
Jeremy Vasquez Zach Cook
Nathan Montgomery Isiah Cullum
Logan Wiley Elijah Sanders
Austin Ferguson Bailey Ward
Grant Shotnik Kyle Morton
Kyle Marman Cole Edwards
Hector Morales Josue Montes
Matthew Heeble Hunter Hart
Christian Smith Mike Bauer
Joshua Baumgardt Sam Swartz
Chris Reed Vinny Hubli
Logan Soole Joshua Baldwin
Luis Oliver Paxton Ketchum
Carter Brown
Ruben Garcia
Darren Hasch
Jordan Barchus
Justin Reaves

 

2012 High School Varsity 1st Team All American
 2012 High School Varsity 2nd Team All American
Clyaton Gelfand William Hunter Durham
Dalton Horstmeier Lucas Schauer
Kyle Corbin Chandler Mullins
Nathan Diamond Reed Fell
Khalil Denson Jonathon Ward
Daytona Bryden Jason Frederick
Andy Teolken Trent Masih
Zach Marshall Gordy Taylor
Jake Turley Jonathon Brown
Brandon Nania Trenton Gantt
Jacson Scofield Ronnie Grant
Bobby Dalbec Tyler Coleman
David Peterson Bradley Francisco Ramon
Jacob Niggemeyer Alex Gross
Cre Frinfrock
Cole Mears
 Max George
Derek Deler
Cameron Williams
Jared Tobey
Congratulations are well deserved for everyone in attendance as the talent this year was very competitive!

 

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USSSA Takes GOLD & SILVER in the USSSA Gold Medal Games

July 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment

16u USSSA National Team

15u USSSA National Team

 

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Meet the 2012 USSSA 16u National Team

June 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The most highly talented group of underclass baseball players was handpicked at the 2011 USSSA All-American Games. Between their evident work ethic and their talent, this elite group of individuals made a lasting impression on the scouts at the event and was named to the 2012 USSSA National Team. A year later, these individuals have just completed their high school seasons and will be representing USSSA in the Gold Medal Games this July.

The USSSA Gold Medal Games is an international tournament which emulates the Olympics and the World Baseball Classic.  It includes twelve nations and the USSSA National Team, the United States representatives, which play in a round robin format.  After pool play, the countries move into the elimination round where each game could be a plane ticket home.  In previous years, the USSSA team has done well, making it to the championship game every time, and winning it on multiple occasions.

After some fine tuning and extra training the team now considers themselves ready to put on the red, white, and blue jerseys.  Each individual enjoyed great seasons for 2012 and hope to make this summer the icing on the cake.

The Amateur Baseball Report has the most updated information on each of the members of the Junior National Team in preparation for their participation in the 2012 Gold Medal Games.

Christopher Reid
Reid enjoyed his first varsity season as a freshman.  He hit a .333 clip with 17 RBI’s and had an on base percentage of .466.  Chris was the only freshman to make varsity and started every game at second base.  He also made second team all district.

Ryan Lang
 Lang started on varsity as a freshman and was the team defensive player of the year.  He helped his team by going 6-1 with a respectable 2.41 era.  The young star did a tremendous job at challenging hitters where he had a 2:1 strike to ball ratio.  Things look bright for Ryan in the future.

Ruben Garcia
Garcia is a 6’3’’ 180lb sophomore.  Unfortunately he missed his spring season due to an extenuating circumstance.  Ruben has been training hard to prepare for a big summer.  Entering his junior year Ruben will not have to worry about the great college search for he has already committed to Florida International University.

Matthew Heibult
Gilbert Arizona is home for Matt Heibult of Mesquite HS (top contender in AZ HS baseball).  As a sophomore he started in the very competitive rotation.  Heibult hit a .333 clip.  He also pitched and acquired 4 wins and 1 loss with just over a 4.00 ERA.

Ethan Skender
Freshman Ethan Skender of Metamora Township High School in Metamora, IL was a frosh standout this year for his varsity team.  He put together a .323 year with 4 doubles, 2 triples, and 2 home runs.  He played a few games on sophomore at the beginning of the season.  He is now heading into regionals with a 24-10 record.

Cameron Williams
 Sophomore Cameron Williams had a big season for Bastrop HS in 2012.  Cameron earned 1st team all Bastrop county, 1st team all district, and Bastrop HS male athlete of the year.  In 46 innings he amassed 67 strike outs while earning a 1.67 era.  He landed up with a 3-4 record and 1 save.

Kidd Soole
Logan ‘Kidd’ Soole stands 6’ and 175 lbs as a freshman at Monarch HS in Colorado.  Kidd was a young stand out where he hit .331 with 5 doubles, 2 triples, and 1 homerun in only 20 games.  On the mound he went 5-1 with a 1.80 ERA (5th in Colorado’s largest HS division).  Opponents batted a dismal .193 against him; Kidd was named 2nd team All Conference as both an outfielder and pitcher.

Josh Bissonette
Bissonette is a Freshman at Orange Lutheran High School in California.  The 5’7’’ 130 lb ambidextrous player had a very solid season.  He hit .327 with 4 doubles and a .400 slugging percentage.  He looks forward in representing his country this summer and is currently preparing for summer ball plans.

Ryan Fish
Oak Park River Forest is home to National Team member Ryan Fish.  The 6’ 185 pound freshman led his high school freshman team in almost every offensive category this spring season (OBP, SLG, OPS, Homeruns, triples, and walks).  He hit .377 on the year with 4 home runs while only striking out 5 times.  On the mound he went 5-1 with a 1.61 ERA.  Fish is also an excellent student in that he was on the OPRF honor roll.

Alex D’Orso
D’Orso is a left handed pitcher from Olympia High School in Windermere, Florida.  He has solid overall stuff.  D’Orso attacks hitters and gets outs.  He is also a good student.

Kyle Gibbs
Gibbs attends Desert Vista High School in Phoenix, Arizona.   He is a tremendous athlete.  Posses a very strong arm from behind the dish, also had accurate throws.  He has a big bat, especially for his size.  He is yet another high caliber catcher on national team (Wyatt Matheson, LJ Newman, Evan East, and Carter White).

Kearon Redmon
 Redmon stands 5’8” 160 pounds from Van Alstyne High School.  In his freshman season he earned All- District.  Redmon was named newcomer of the year for North Texas.

Nick Blomgren
Blomgren is a utility player out of Milton, Wisconsin.  He is very versatile.  He can play multiple positions and plays each one at a high level.  Off the mound he possesses a good fastball with movement.  Better development of a secondary pitch would make him extremely tough on hitters.

Dillon Duarte
 Duarte is a stocky LHP from Calallen High School in Corpus Christi Texas.  At 6’ 185 pounds, Duarte throws multiple pitches for strikes in any count.  His fastball is not over powering, but its movement keeps hitters at bay.

Trace Brucey
Bucey is a pitcher/ utility player out of Corpus Christi Carroll HS.  On the mound he hides the ball well.  It seems to explode on the hitter.  His best asset is his control.

Cre Finfrock
Jensen Beach High School is where Cre Finfrock calls home.  Cre is currently one of the top pitching prospects in the nation.  After just finishing up his sophomore year in high school Cre is already bumping low 90’s.  His curveball is sharp and late breaking.  He is a big swing and miss pitcher between his fastball and curveball.  He also plays infield and outfield.  He is an above average runner with solid hitting tools.  They project well with more weight.  In his 2012 spring campaign Finfrock posted a 2-2 record with an ERA just above a 1.00.  Finfrock has already committed to the University of Central Florida.  He will play in Prague with the older team as well in June.

Roy Thurman
Thurman is a large framed athletic outfielder from Indiana.  Thurman moves very well for his size.  He has good power and a strong bat.  Roy manages to create a lot of backspin on the ball by driving down through it.

Matthew Muhleisen
Harvey, Louisiana native Matthew Muhleisen is a pitcher and utility player.  Muhleisen has very good speed.  He is a strong overall player and does everything right.  He also possesses an extremely high baseball IQ along with a good attitude.  Fundamentally everything is strong.

Jonathan Arrieta
First basemen Jonathan Arrieta attends Montwood High School in El Paso, Texas.  Arrieta has fast and strong hands in the box.  He is a definite power potential with plus average pop.  He is sound defensively, showed it this spring.

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2012 Season Begins – All American Games Coming Up!

December 19, 2011 By 1 Comment

Exciting new for those who are looking to play ball, potentially get scouted and travel playing the game you love!

The USSSA All-American Games serves as the selection for the 2012 USSSA All-American Teams and the 2013 USSSA National Teams who will compete in International competition. This event will feature some of the TOP PROSPECTS in the 14U, 15U & High School Varsity (16U & 17u) age groups.

The USSSA All-American Games will begin with an evaluated workout with College Coaches, Major League Baseball scouts and former Major League Baseball Players in attendance. The All-American Games will follow. Will you be the NEXT USSSA All-American?

Stay tuned for the outcome from this years All American Games!

 

About USSSA:
The United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA), headquartered in Osceola County, Florida, USSSA is the World’s Largest Multi-sport Athletic Organization. Founded in 1968, USSSA has grown to over 3.7 million participants, competing in 13 nationally sanctioned sports including Baseball, Fastpitch, Slow Pitch, Karate, Basketball, Soccer and more! For more information on USSSA and to register your team visit USSSA.com. Also be sure to visit USSSAToday.com for the latest USSSA News!
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Team USSSA “All Americans” Play in Prague, Czech Republic

August 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Representing the United States, the 17U USSSA National Team entered Prague airport in awe. It was a whole new country, a whole new world. The beautiful weather, the amazing scenery, and the cool weather couldnt help but go unnoticed by the players. The trip was about more than playing just baseball, but an opportunity of a lifetime and something that alot of people, let alone kids get the chance to take and what better place to do it then the city of Prague, which is one of the most beautiful cities in all of Europe. After two days of touring Prague, and experiencing as much of Prague as they could, such as the Charles Bridge and the famous Prague Astronomical Clock Tower. The city is filled all around with kiosks, painters, and the immense excitement of everyday life.

Eagles Praha Stadium was the amazing location to where the games would take place. A weird and unusual sight, yet extremely beautiful, the stadium was surrounded by overgrown soccer fields, long country road, and forestry that surround the complex.The stadium featured what they called a locker room but in fact was actually a sports bar. The food that was served at the field came from an on sitge wagon that served traditional Czech sausage and chicken sandwitches.

The USSSA National Team, who was the youngest team at Prague Baseball Week, was the most talented by far. Arriving in Prague with an abundance of arms, skilled hitters, and quality defensive players made the older European National Teams uneasy at the thought of playing this younger amateur team; or so they thought. The fact that USSSA was not in the least bit intimidated made it even tougher for every one of the other teams playing. Throughout the event one thing became clear, USSSA had the most prolific offense, hardest throwers, fastest base runners, and most explosive players.

USSSA finished Prague Baseball Week with a 3-3 record. They defeated the collegiate AIST baseball team, the French National Team, and the Czech Republic 18u National Team. Their losses came by the hands of UCLA, the Czech National Team (older team that participates in the World Baseball Classic), and AIST in what would be the semi-final game. In the end, the lack of experience became too much to overcome against teams that were used to playing along side each other and who were years older.

The buzz around Eagle Praha Stadium wasn’t about the Czech National Team preparing for the World Baseball Classic, or about UCLA having eight year big leaguer Garrett Atkins playing first base, rather it was about the talented USSSA National Team. Players such as Donald DeWees, Bryant Hodge, Wyatt Mathieson, and Matt Ferreira amazed with their sset. From Donald DeWees flying around the baseball field, to Wyatt Mathieson leading the tournament in homeruns, to Hodge and Ferreira lighting up the radar gun, people took notice.

The USSSA National Team consisted of DI signees, top junior college commitments, and a few undecideds. One thing is for sure, wherever these players end up they will be having the same impact as they had at Prague Baseball Week. It was truly a very talented group, but on top of that were quality individuals.

 

Link to ABR Article on USSSA All-American

 

About USSSA:
The United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA), headquartered in Osceola County, Florida, USSSA is the World’s Largest Multi-sport Athletic Organization. Founded in 1968, USSSA has grown to over 3.7 million participants, competing in 13 nationally sanctioned sports including Baseball, Fastpitch, Slow Pitch, Karate, Basketball, Soccer and more! For more information on USSSA and to register your team visit USSSA.com. Also be sure to visit USSSAToday.com for the latest USSSA News!
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Team USSSA Visits and Plays in Japan 2010

January 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment

It all began with a vision. A vision to bring the Olympics to USSSA’s backyard. To take the level of competition that can only exist when the entire globe participates and make it accessible. A vision with limitless potential to bring countries together for what can only be considered the highest quality amateur play in the world. A vision that in its first year has already seen tremendous growth and success. A vision that has become the USSSA International Program.

“The entire International Program really began with Mr. DeDonatis’ vision brought to life,” said Vice President of the International Program George Gonzalez. “We watched the World Baseball Classic and took the basic structure and made it our own.”

The first event to come in the development of the program was the first annual USSSA Gold Medal Games, held July 11-17, 2010 at the Osceola County Sports Complex. Eight international teams and two USSSA All-American teams, participated in the quest for the USSSA International Championship. Eight unique countries were represented including the Bahamas, Canada, France, Italy, Mexico, Peru, Puerto Rico, and the United States.

“The first year was incredibly successful,” said Gonzalez. “There were a few setbacks including issues with securing visas for the team from the Dominican Republic, but we put together a team here in Central Florida of kids with Hispanic heritage, calling them the Latin America team, and we solved the issue in that way.”

It was the Latin America team that eventually took the first ever USSSA International Title, coming out on top of the Puerto Rico team who went in as the heavy favorites, but were unable to hold out through the end.

Beyond the Gold Medal Games, which brought teams from across the globe to Kissimmee, the International Program has actively gone out and promoted competition in other parts of the world as well. Two All-Star teams, selected from the USSSA All-American Games, recently made their way to the other side of the world to compete in Japan against a team comprised of the best young athletes from that country.

With the inroads being made for partnerships with other countries, it can be predicted that the program will grow with each passing year to come. Already in the works are plans for the Gold Medal Games to expand for the 2011 season.

“As for next year, we are in the works to have Panama and Venezuela join the international roster,” said Gonzalez. “As for the Dominican Republic, we are sure that after last year, there won’t be any issues with the visas, so we should be at least three teams up. With the connections we’ve made over in Japan, we foresee them sending a team to participate as well, so the growth potential really is huge.”

Just how limitless the potential for the International Program is is yet to be seen, but all signs point to success.

“As we make these connections with other countries, we see repeatedly how intrigued and excited they are by the opportunity to come to the United States to play here and see what our competition and our program is all about,” said Gonzalez. “With those connections, and building upon the success of the first year, there really is no limit to where this program can go.”

About USSSA:
The United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA), headquartered in Osceola County, Florida, USSSA is the World’s Largest Multi-sport Athletic Organization. Founded in 1968, USSSA has grown to over 3.7 million participants, competing in 13 nationally sanctioned sports including Baseball, Fastpitch, Slow Pitch, Karate, Basketball, Soccer and more! For more information on USSSA and to register your team visit USSSA.com. Also be sure to visit USSSAToday.com for the latest USSSA News!
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