Event Format:The Sparkler College Exposure All-Star event is an INVITATION ONLY event.
The Sparkler College Exposure All-Star event is exclusive to players from teams playing in the Sparkler Tournament.
College Exposure All-Star Games will be played on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00am to 10:30pm at the Christopher Complex.
College Exposure All-Star Games will be coached by Junior College and NAIA coaches.
Teams are formed by graduating year, region, and primary and/or secondary position. PLEASE CALL WITH ANY POSITION CHANGES! Individual placement on a team by the above criteria is contingent upon availability - particularly as we get closer to the event.
Schedules and teams will be posted no later than June 19th.
Player must check-in at the Christopher Complex ONE hour PRIOR to her scheduled Showcase game and wear her travel ball team uniform. Age Cutoff Date: Entry Deadline: 6/1/2009 (Event Could Sell Out Prior to Deadline!) Event Awards: Each registered All-Star player will receive the following as a participant:
1. Working College Coaches; they do the warm-ups, coach (actively engaged with the players the entire time), provide instruction, conduct “exit talks,” offer scholarships on site, etc.
2. Visibility to recruiting college coaches; over 300 college coaches come through our facilities throughout the week.
3. Event amenities such as excellent facilities, competent umpires, announcers, & score keepers.
4. Recognition via the website and All-Star Showcase Program publication.
5. 24/7 Customer Service (in the office and on-site).
6. Opportunity for new friendships with players across the country, Canada, & New Zealand.
7. And a t-shirt. Equipment Required: Each player is required to provide her own team uniform, glove, catcher's gear, bats, water bottles, etc. Make Checks to: Triple Crown Sports, 3930 Automation Way, Ft. Collins, CO 80525 Game times available at? All-Star teams will be assigned its players by graduation year, region, and primary or secondary position no later than June 19th. Teams will be available under "Game Times."
History
2005 marked the inaugural year of the Sparkler Showcase Games and the beginning of the most successful College Exposure Event in the country. Over 600 prospective student-athletes participated and were able to showcase their skills and talents to the college coaches on the field with them as well as the college coaches in the bleachers recruiting.
In 2006, the Triple Crown Sparkler tournament continued with the Sparkler Showcase Games. In this year, the games grew to include the 16U teams, as well as the 18U teams. Over 1,000 prospective student-athletes participated in the showcase games, representing 32 states, Canada, and New Zealand. In addition, Triple Crown Sports televised its first-ever Sparkler All-American Game. The All-American teams consisted of signed Division I players and players chosen from the showcase games who were selected by the college coaches working with them on the field.
The 2007 Sparkler Tournament brought together over 1,600 players from 40 states and Canada to participate in the showcase games and enjoy the unique opportunity to build relationships with new teammates and college coaches. Once again, the All-American game was successfully televised.
In 2008, the Christopher Complex played host again to 1,920 showcase participants. These prospective student-athletes not only participated in the largest youth fastpitch tournament in the world, but also competed in the unique atmosphere the Showcase games present. From that pool of 1,920 players, 248 players were selected to play on eight All-American teams, and 62 players were highlighted in our third All-American television production - syndicated to over 20 states. The 2008 showcase event brought out two of the greatest Olympians in the history of softball; Michelle Smith and Crystal Bustos, for autograph session appearances.
As this event continues to grow, 2009 will see approximately 2,500 prospective student-athletes involved in the College Exposure Showcase. Showcase teams will again be formed according to graduating class, region, and primary and/or secondary position. Individual placement on a team by the above criteria is contingent upon availability - particularly as we get closer to the event. Each team will be coached by Junior College and NAIA college coaches who are attending the Sparkler Tournament for recruiting purposes.
Event Testimonials: "My daughter received many contacts from her All-Star and All-American game. As a parent of a student-athlete, I can not thank you enough for the opportunity you open to these dedicated athletes."
"I have been contacted by several college coaches from my participation in the Sparkler All-Star game. Most notably, Friends University in Wichita, KS. This was a direct result of my All-Star game where the Friends University coach was one of my All-Star coaches."
"I would like to thank you and the Triple Crown Staff. If it wasn't for TCS, I couldn't have had a successful season at McCook Community College last season. I signed 10 players from TCS last year and we won 30 games. Due to this, I was offered the head coaching position at York College in Nebraska. Again I would like to thank you and TCS for part of my success." Ty Robinson Head Softball Coach York College
"I will sign with the University of Evansville. The coach initially saw me pitch in the Sparkler."
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