Six Club Teams That Shined At The Arizona Fall Showcase

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Arizona Fall Showcase showcased intense competition and impressive performances from some of the country's top club programs. Teams showcased dominant pitching, explosive offensive displays, and exceptional defensive skills, truly rising to the occasion and making a statement over the weekend in Arizona. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are six club teams that stood out the most.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Arizona Rising Mabrey 29s</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arizona Rising Mabrey 29s finished on top during a dominant weekend. The squad finished with a team batting average of above .500 while scoring 91 runs and allowing only 10. With every player contributing at the plate and demonstrating versatility across multiple positions, selecting a lineup becomes a pleasant challenge, according to the team's coaches. On the Sunday of the tournament, the teams faced tough opponents: Team Hustle, Arizona Storm Beach, and Arizona Rising Lopez. From the outfield to the infield to the pitching circle, every athlete delivered. The bar keeps rising from this group, and with continued growth and development, they are preparing to compete in the National Power Pool in Colorado.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">New Level 14U National Tyree</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>New Level Softball National Tyree 14U made a strong impression at the Arizona Fall Showcase, demonstrating their ability to compete with the nation's best on one of the largest stages of the fall season. The team finished with a 4-1-1 record, advancing to the final four of a competitive 24-team 14A bracket. They achieved this through disciplined at-bats, consistent pitching, and exceptional defense. New Level Tyree started their weekend with a challenging game against the BSC Bengals, but secured key victories over strong teams like the Batbusters and Athletics Mercado. They've showcased impressive hitting and maturity, positioning themselves as a team to watch for the upcoming 2026 summer season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Arizona Rising Lopez 2030</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arizona Rising Lopez 2030 delivered a standout performance, finishing as the runner-up of the tournament with a 6-2 record. Their resilience was evident, highlighted by three come-from-behind victories, including two walk-off wins, one of which was sealed with a grand slam. Offensively, Vada Hoy powered the lineup with a .560 batting average and 14 hits, while Regan Ramsey hit both a home run and a grand slam, and Reese Leeper contributed another long ball. Annie Ramos led the team with 12 RBIs, proving clutch throughout the weekend. The pitching staff totaled 32 strikeouts, led by Mia Baretto with a 1.87 ERA. This squad is building momentum with its sights set on competing in the National Power Pool in Colorado.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Arizona Storm Captain</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Arizona Storm Captain team demonstrated why they are one of the most formidable teams in their age division, winning the TCS Arizona Fall Showcase Championship. After narrowly avoiding an early elimination with a clutch 5-4 victory, highlighted by standout pitching from Easton Spriggs, the team gained momentum, outscoring opponents 26-2 in the final three games. The offense was impressive, featuring strong performances from Isabella Belloso (.545), Mikaela Jackson (.538), and Lili Cruse, who led the team with an OPS of 1.585 and nine RBIs. On the pitching side, the starter allowed just seven earned runs and accumulated 50 strikeouts. This intense and focused run culminated in their second championship of the 2025-2026 season, showcasing their dedication and ability to compete.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">222's Fastpitch Team Landers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>222's Fastpitch is a premier travel program based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, with over 165 athletes across 40 tournament rosters. The 16U squad recently competed at the Arizona Fall Showcase, finishing 2-2 and scoring 23 runs. The team's success was driven by disciplined at-bats, smart baserunning, and a cohesive lineup that consistently strung together hits to apply pressure to opponents. Defensively, they played tough, clean softball, making big plays to remain competitive in every game. With increasing interest from college coaches and ongoing development, the team is proving they are ready for the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Firecrackers TJ/Pantages</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Firecrackers TJ/Pantages had a strong showing at the showcase, finishing 6-1 and advancing to the championship game, where they lost to the Arizona Storm Captain team. In the circle, right-handed pitcher Kayla Davenport struck out 23 batters in 13 innings, while 2028 outfielder Claire Glass led the offense with a .600 average and a .765 on-base percentage. 2028 outfielder Karter Wheeler hit .583 with four doubles before leaving due to injury. Lily Padilla (2030), Chloe Morales (2028), and Daniela Carrillo all contributed significantly at the plate for their team. The squad also stole 20 bases over the weekend, bringing their fall total to 142 stolen bases in just 31 games, showcasing their elite speed and true competitiveness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->