Summer is showcase season—and the Crusaders 16U Select are heading into one of our biggest, most intentional summers yet.

We’re excited to announce our 2026 Summer Showcase Schedule, featuring some of the top recruiting events in the country. These are tournaments where college coaches actually show up, clipboards in hand, watching players—not just scores.

And yes… we’re also opening the door for a few final roster additions.

🗓️ 2026 Summer Showcase Schedule

This summer, our 16U Select team will compete at:

PGF Show Me the Money
📍 Newberry, FL | June 5–8
One of the premier PGF events on the East Coast—loaded with Power 5, mid-major, and high-academic programs.

Atlanta Legacy Showcase
📍 Atlanta, GA | July 9–12
A staple on the recruiting calendar with coaches from across the Southeast and beyond.

New England’s Finest Showcase
📍 Plainville, MA | July 31 – August 2
A high-exposure event drawing schools from the Northeast, Midwest, and Ivy/Patriot League footprint.

➕ Plus several local warm-up tournaments to sharpen execution before the big stages.

🧢 What Makes Crusaders Different?

We’re not trying to be the biggest organization.
 We’re trying to be the most intentional.

At Crusaders, athletes aren’t just roster spots—they’re people with goals, families, faith, and futures beyond softball. Our model is simple:

  • Real exposure at real showcases (not watered-down “showcases”)
  • A competitive, drama-free team culture
  • Indoor winter workouts, Sunday-only team practices, and optional weight training
  • Hands-on recruiting guidance—profiles, communication, and next steps
  • A family-first environment that still demands accountability and effort

If you’re serious about playing at the next level, we’ll do the extra work to help you get there.
🔍 Roster Opportunities Available

We are currently looking to add a small number of impact players to our full-time roster:
  • Pitcher
  • Middle Infield / Utility
  • Catcher

Distance is not an issue—we have families who commute and athletes who balance multiple commitments. What matters most is buy-in.

📣 Interested in Learning More?

If this sounds like the right fit, we’d love to connect.

👉 Fill out our softball prospect form:
https://www.nccrusaders.com/softball-prospect-form

👉 Or reach out directly:
 Coach Brian Watson
📞 919-672-8887

We also encourage families to browse our articles on the site to better understand what we do—and how we support athletes beyond the field.