EVENT DETAILS

Hotels: This event is a stay to play: https://groups.reservetravel.com/group.aspx?id=86879

Take Me Out to the Ballgame

August 16.17 | Viera

Divisions: 10O.12O.14O.18O

Pro/SEC/ACC/D1/D2 Officials

Join us at USSSA’s state-of-the-art facility to kick off our 2026 season! We are super excited for another season of great events and making many memories! 

Hotels: This event is a stay to play: https://groups.reservetravel.com/group.aspx?id=86879

USSSA Event Guidelines and Policies

Game Day Expectations

• Start Times: Teams must be ready to begin 15 minutes prior to their scheduled game time.
  • Example: For 8:00 AM games, the plate meeting is at 7:45 AM.
• Field Access:
  • No team members allowed on the clay during field maintenance.
• Warm-Ups:
  • Pitchers and catchers may warm up on the clay or warning track only.
  • Catchers must wear a helmet while warming up.
• Equipment Rules:
  • All bats must have the USSSA thumbprint — bats without the thumbprint will result in ejection of both the player and coach.
• Cheering & Noise:
  • Music must be clean and free of profanity.
  • Players may not bang on metal or aluminum while cheering.
• Tents:
  • All tents must be properly secured — no exceptions.
• Weather Delays:
  • In case of lightning or other weather issues, everyone must vacate the facility and seek shelter when directed.
• Rule Enforcement:
  • Teams (including spectators) violating rules are subject to ejection, forfeit, or suspension.
  • Coaches and managers are responsible for their entire team, including spectators — not USSSA.
  • Zero tolerance for arrogant or inappropriate behavior — violators will be removed without refund.

Rosters & Check-In

• Rosters must be complete and submitted online by the Friday before the event, including all guest players.
• Rosters will be locked Friday evening.
• A printed copy of team insurance must be presented at check-in.

Animal Policy

• The only animals allowed at events are trained service animals as defined by the ADA.
  • Emotional support animals, pets, and service animals in training are not permitted.
  • Under Florida Statute 413.08, emotional support animals do not qualify as service animals.
  • Those with trained service animals will be required to sign a waiver.
  • Violators will be removed without refund, and their team may be disqualified.

Note: This policy is strictly enforced.
No scooters, RipStiks, Heelys, skateboards, or similar items are allowed.

Uniforms & Jerseys

• All players must wear jerseys with unique numbers.
  • Use tape to alter duplicate numbers if necessary.

Gate Fees & Payments

• This event requires a team gate fee (amount will be announced 1–2 weeks prior).
• Motorhome parking is NOT allowed.
• Payment options:
  • Check (payable to USSSA)
  • Venmo (3.5% processing fee)
  • Cash
• Tournament and gate fees may be paid together.
• Once a team confirms entry, withdrawal is not allowed without paying both the tournament and gate fees.

Weather Policy & Refunds

• In case of weather or unforeseen cancellations:
  • Credits may be issued, depending on the number of games played.
  • No credit will be given if 2 or more games have been played.
  • If the entire event is canceled, USSSA may retain up to 15% of fees to cover administrative costs.

Other Notes

• USSSA reserves the right to make tournament adjustments at any time.

VIERA ONLY – EVENT INFORMATION

Tickets
All guests are required to purchase a ticket prior to entering the USSSA Space Coast Complex.
Players in uniform and up to three (3) coaches per team receive free entry.

Wristbands
Wristbands will be distributed at the gate after your ticket is scanned each day.
All attendees must wear their wristband on their wrist for the duration of their time at the Complex.

Outside Food and Beverage
No outside food or beverages are allowed inside the Complex.
Each team is allowed one (1) team cooler with water, ice, and towels only.
Cooler wristbands are required and will be issued by the Tournament Director.
Teams must check in with the Tournament Director before bringing coolers into the Complex.
Teams that attempt to bring in outside food or beverages (other than water in the team cooler) will lose cooler privileges.
Individual players may bring one personal water jug (up to 74 fl oz) and one small cooler with ice and towels only.

Lost and Found
Lost and Found is located at the Pro Shop near Space Coast Stadium.

Turf Rules
Metal cleats are not permitted. Only molded cleats or athletic shoes are allowed.
Gum and sunflower seeds are strictly prohibited throughout the Complex.

Lightning Policy
All guests are strongly encouraged to leave the Complex during a lightning delay.
No one is allowed on the fields during this time.
Restrooms will remain available at the Space Coast Stadium Concourse and at the Clubhouse near the Red Quad.

Tents
Tents are permitted only in low-traffic areas around the outfield fences.
Tents are not allowed on turf or in high-traffic areas, including behind home plate.
All tents must be taken down in the event of inclement weather.

TBA