2026 Pinto 8U Coach Pitch International Softball Classic

Marion, Illinois

Report Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026

Tournament Dates: Friday, July 10-Sunday, July 12

Competition Venues

Mtn Dew Park

Metal Cleats are allowed at Mtn Dew Park, other than on the pitcher's mound. Rubber or molded cleats are allowed.

Mtn Dew Park

1000 Miners Drive

Marion, IL 62959

Ray Fosse Park

Metal Cleats are allowed at Ray Fosse Park.

Ray Fosse Park

1305 N. Otis Street

Marion, IL 62959

Oasis Sports Complex

No Metal Cleats are allowed at the Oasis Sports Complex anywhere.

Oasis Sports Complex

1677 Sioux Drive

Marion, IL 62959

Housing

Housing Director: Ashley Spiller (W) 618-997-369 (M) 618-922-1547 (E) aspiller@visitsi.com

Out Of Area Teams Must Stay In one of the listed hotels below to play in this tournament. Teams are on their own for room and meals. A meal will be provided on July 9, 2026 at the picnic.


It is mandatory for all out of area teams to stay at one of these approved hotels.

* Failure to stay at approved PONY Housing will result in removal from the tournament.


PLEASE BOOK ALL YOUR TEAMS ROOMS HERE

Best Western

Nightly Rate: $130.00 plus tax

2 Double Beds/Mini Fridge & Microwave, Complimentary Breakfast, Internet, Parking, and Pool

(618) 998-1220

400 Comfort Drive

Marion, IL 62959

Comfort Inn & Suites

Nightly Rate: $130.00 plus tax

2 Double Beds/Mini Fridge & Microwave, Complimentary Breakfast, Internet, Parking, and Indoor Pool

(618) 993-0183

2403 Black Diamond Drive

Marion, IL 62955

Holiday Inn Express

Nightly Rate: $190.00 plus tax

2 Double Beds/Mini Fridge & Microwave, Complimentary Breakfast, Internet, Parking, and Indoor Pool

(618) 993-5602

2609 Blue Heron Drive

Marion, IL 62955

Fairfield Inn & Suites

Nightly Rate: $189.00 plus tax

2 Double Beds/Mini Fridge & Microwave, Complimentary Breakfast, Internet, Parking, and Indoor Pool

(618) 993-3011

1400 Champion Drive

Marion, IL 62955

Pre-Tournament Meeting

Thursday, July 9, at 3:30 PM

Mtn Dew Park, TJ's Diamond Club, 1000 Miners Drive, Marion, Illinois 62959

* This meeting is mandatory for all managers and coaches. 

Bat Testing

Will be conducted before and after the PRE- TOURNAMENT MEETING

Skills Night Contest

*Thursday, July 9, at 6:00 PM at Mtn Dew Park, 1000 Miners Drive, Marion, Illinois 62959

*HOME RUN HITTING CONTEST & FASTEST RUNNER CONTEST

* This is mandatory for all managers, coaches, and players.

WELCOME TO THE 8U SOFTBALL CLASSIC PRE-TOURNAMENT PARTY

Thursday, July 9, at 4:30 PM at Mtn Dew Park, 1000 Miners Drive, Marion, Illinois 62959

Players and Coaches will enjoy a picnic and a night of fun at the Mtn Dew Park. 

ADMISSION/ENTRY FEES FOR FAMILIES AND FANS

A Daily Fee $10.00 per person will be charged at Mt. Dew Park, and The Oasis Sports Complex. 2 and under are free. 

Players 15 and under wearing their team uniform top (Tee-Shirt) will be allowed to enter all 8U games free.

FOOD AND DRINKS

* No Outside Food or Drinks may be brought into the Mtn Dew Stadium or the Oasis Sports Complex

2026 TEAMS

2026 FACT SHEET

RULES

TIE BREAKER RULES