DeSoto Belles 18U Fastpitch Softball: News:

The Belles had a solid showing in the invitation only Colorado Fireworks Tournament.  The players had ample opportunity to show their skills to college coaches both in the pre-tournament camp as well as during the games.

The team played well in every game.  With most teams, the rosters were made up of players that were already signed and/or committed.  The Belles were by far one of the youngest teams competing in the 18U divison.  The overall win/loss record was not a good indicator of how well the team played.  Several of the teams the Belles played (and nearly beat) went on to the final few teams left in the tournament.  As always, the team was able to spend some good time together off the field as well.

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Hotel Info:                                     Red Lion (Radisson S.E.) Denver Southeast

Aurora Sports Park                            19300 E. Colfax Ave.  Aurora, CO

Horseshoe Park                              2141 S. Kittredge Way   Aurora, CO

Olympic Park                                 15501 E. Yale Ave.  Aurora, CO

Highline Park                                     50 S. Peoria St.   Aurora, CO

Key Dates:

06/30/08: Team Check-in between 9 am - 3 pm
06/30/08: Mandatory Coaches Meeting at 5:30 pm

07/1/08: NFCA Exposure Camps 8:30 am - 4:30 pm - register with NFCA directly.
07/1/08: Player's Party

07/02 to 07/06/08: Tournament. Finals at 5 pm.

NFCA Camp Info

Practice Games

Pool Play Info (the Belles are in Pool E)

Bracket Play Info

Colleges Attending

Event Calendar  

Things To Do in Colorado

2008 Accepted Campers List

Players Party:

Tuesday, July 1st from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at Amazing Jakes (1400 S. Abilene, Aurora). This years players party has been upgraded and moved to a venue much more condusive and fun for players and coaches alike; AMAZING JAKES! Amazing Jakes provides a variety of activities; go karts, bumper cars, climbing wall, laser tag, min-golf and a games pavilion. Amazing Jakes will be closed to the general public for the exclusive use of 2008 Fireworks participants. Meals will be provided for players and coaches at no cost. Tournament Tee's will be on hand as well as a photographer to help capture the event. All amenities, excluding the games pavilion (tokens must be purchased for electronic and video games), are available to 2008 Fireworks participants at no charge. Participants are limited to players and coaching staff. Any additional attendies must pay an entry fee (TBD).