December 27-January 1, 2027
Panama City Beach, FL
GAME DAY ALERTS
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Please note – Uniforms that are showing on this page are from 2025/2026 and will be changing for the 2026/2027 Elite event! Stay tuned for the reveal!
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Compete in national tournaments
DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO SHOULD BE CONSIDERED for SY ELITE?
Softball Youth Eliters are top-level athletes hand selected from the All-American Games to compete in national tournaments including the Superbowl of Youth Softball, SoftballFest!
Do you know an A-level athlete wanting to take their game to the next level? While we encourage every athlete to start with the All-American Games, our recruiting team welcomes nominations and reviews all video submissions to uphold the integrity of Softball Youth Elite.
STAY-TO-PLAY
Hotel information
All Softball Youth events are STAY-TO-PLAY. In order to participate in the tournaments, all athletes are required to book their lodging through Athletx Travel. Athletx Travel has secured specially discounted rates with the top properties in the area. If you choose not to book your lodging through Athletx Travel, you will be required to pay an alternative lodging fee. Contact hotels-softballyouth@athletx.com for alternative lodging inquiries. If you are considered local to an event (within 75 miles) please let us know so we can verify and get you noted as compliant. If within 2 weeks of the event, Athletx Travel will not be an option and the alternative lodging fee will automatically applied unless the team or player is considered local.
exprience
The Sofball Youth Elite
exprience
- Highly competitive softball atmosphere
- Teams will play between 5-7 games (depending upon performance)
- Opportunity to make new friends in softball
- Instructional opportunities – offensive, defensive, etc.
- Ring in the new year in a family softball destination
- Event starts on the morning of December 27, 2026 (December 26 inbound travel day)
- Event ends on the afternoon of January 1, 2027 (January 2 outbound travel day)
- Frank Brown Park
- 5 games guaranteed, open to ages 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U/18U
- Stay to Play event with ample hotel options for every budget
- Compete with an Established Organization and National Softball Brand
- High-Caliber Coaches, Including Current and Former Collegiate Athletes and SY Entrusted Staff
- Roster Building Process to Balance Teams by Defensive Position
- Players are placed on teams with other players from around the nation
Softballfest
pricing
Per Player Registration Fee is $450 for SoftballFest
- All games and softball activities
- Team practice, workout, professional instruction
- Professional Head Coach and Team administrators
- ELITE Team uniform (jerseys, etc.)
- Athlete SWAG
FULL PAYMENT IS NOT REQUIRED TO GUARANTEE A ROSTER SPOT! PAYMENT PLANS ARE AVAILABLE!
THESE EVENTS ARE STAY-TO-PLAY EVENTS. OPT OUT FEES APPLY AND SHALL NOT BE WAIVED FOR ANY REASON!
Softball Youth Elite
Age Divisions
AGE REQUIREMENTS: Age, as of August 31, 2027, is the determining factor for the team’s age division. Take the oldest player on your team, determine that player’s age as of August 31, 2026, and that is the age division your team will be required to play.
10U
(Age as of August 31, 2027)
12U
(Age as of August 31, 2027)
14U
(Age as of August 31, 2027)
16U
(Age as of August 31, 2027)
18U
(Age as of August 31, 2027)
Softball Youth Elite
FAQS
WHAT COLOR BELT, SOCKS, AND PANTS DO I WEAR FOR GAMES?
Softball Youth will provide uniform color details before each event, as colors may vary by location.
Pants: Players are required to wear white pants for all games.
Always refer to your event’s official uniform update for final color assignments.
WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY ROSTER AND GAME SCHEDULE?
Players will receive their roster assignment via text and email 5-7 days before the event.
Game schedules are created and released by the tournament provider. These are typically finalized and distributed the week of the event, and will also be sent via text and email to all registrants once available.
HOW MANY GAMES ARE GUARANTEED?
How do we get invited to be a part of SY Elite?
WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
Once your registration fee is paid, please note the following:
No cash, check, or credit card refunds will be issued for any reason, unless the event is canceled by the host due to low attendance or canceled due to inclement weather.
This policy applies to all registrations, regardless of the reason for withdrawal.
If the weather doesn’t cooperate, here’s what you need to know:
We will do everything reasonably possible to complete the event.
If an event is completely canceled due to weather or field conditions:
You will be given the option to transfer your registration to another Athletx Sports Group event in the upcoming season or the next season. Transfers are subject to event availability and registration deadlines.
OR if we cannot find an alternate event then we will issue a refund.
We are not responsible for travel, lodging, or any other expenses related to a canceled or relocated event.
Last-Minute Drops:
If you cancel or drop out within 2 weeks of your scheduled event, you will not receive a credit for a future event.
Can I transfer my registration to another event or brand?
Yes! If you’re unable to attend your originally scheduled event, you can transfer your registration to another Athletx Sports Group tournament — even if it’s under a different brand like Baseball Youth or Softball Youth.
We’re happy to help you make the switch. Just reach out to us, and we’ll assist you in finding a suitable event. Our brands work closely together, and we’re flexible when it comes to helping families make the most of their registration.
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