Photo credit: Allen Hunter
The 2016 USSSA Military World tournament was played at Diamond Lakes Regional Park in Augusta, Ga. This is the first time the Military World tournament has been played at this location and the fields were sized to expectations to include 320′ fences. There is also a campground onside with 26 spaces available. This would make it super easy for families to escape the heat during game breaks. The complex also offfers
- First level concession stands, restrooms, and vending
- Second level observation deck opportunity and, panic facilities with a cool breeze
- Third level offices and a scoring tower
Despite the brutal heat, 123 teams in 6 divisions played their hearts out this past weekend. These folks traveled from all over the country to fight for the 2016 Military World title. Each team was required to qualify, pay an entry fee, attend a manager’s meeting, have their bats inspected, wear similar uniforms and abide by all rules set forth by the governing body, USSSA.
Team Breakdown
17 Military A
44 Military B
22 Military Intramurals
14 Military Women’s
13 Military 40 and Over
13 Military Coed
USSSA Military Worlds 4-day tournament brought out tons of friends and family and we were really grateful to be a part of this event with these people. Every one of our men and women felt right at home because of the home crowd in Augusta. From welcome signs, to a variety of vendors, it was a weekend of events to remember forever.
Photo credit: Allen Hunter
Photo credit: Allen Hunter
USSA Military World Champions
Military A – Militia/4TheFallen
Military B – NFA/Motiv8/VetSports
Military Intramural – Motiv8/VetSports
Military Women’s – Lady Code Red/Beserk/WDMS
Military 40 and Over – Band of Brothers
Military Coed – Team Bragg
The big moment came when Militia/4TheFallen won the Varsity A division and received a World berth to represent the Military at the Mens Majors World Series. The Majors will be held next month at ESPN Wide World of Sport inside Disney. Militia will represent the military well with its powerhouse of a team.
Militia/4TheFallen Sunday lineup:
Kenny Kilbiko
Alejandro Ramirez
SS Brad Sheffield
1B Scott Martin
RF Corey Soles
MI Jerblonski Jennings
LF Dustin Whittman
EH Jose Cosme
C Scott Stinson
3B Mike Tekac
P Mike Beery
2B Lee Trawick
CF Daniel Dingman
Coach:
Keith Crider
Taylor Davis
While Militia/4TheFallen starts their workup for the Majors, they are also offering new opportunities for businesses to become sponsors. If you might be interested in sponsoring Militia, your contribution would go towards the growing cost of the players. In exchange for your commitment, sponsors will have promotional opportunities at a national level. Not only could this benefit the softball team but also market your company at the ESPN Wild World of Sports at the Major World Series. Militia is currently ranked #1 in the country for Military Varsity “A” program.
Militia Softball Team is guided by a volunteer board of directors. However, they are different from other softball teams in that we are a small nonprofit organization that does not receive any government or grant assistance. Militia is looking for sponsors who could join a championship team and be interested in expanding the marketing side of their business. If this might interest you or someone you know, please contact Brad Sheffield for sponsorship opportunities.
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Here are a few more highlights from the weekend taken by Allen Hunter.
Pictures in video were taken by Allen Hunter
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