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The 2022 International Challenge is back! Be a part of the intriguing menu at our Colorado 4th of July event and slated for June 24-26 at the Christopher Fields complex in Westminster, CO.
All teams are currently Full. Please keep an look out for when we post our 2023 teams! |
Countries Participating
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The History of the Event
The idea began in 2019, the first TCIC event was held in 2021.
Gold Medal: USA Blue
Silver Medal: South Korea
Bronze Medal: Puerto Rico
Gold Medal: USA Blue
Silver Medal: South Korea
Bronze Medal: Puerto Rico
What was the reason the TCIC was created?
- To allow top US-born players to play for their heritage and showcase their talents in hopes to be seen by National Olympic Teams.
- To allow top US-born players to play for their heritage for countries they will never be able to play for due to the country's political status.
Who can play in this event?
Any chosen player born in the US with ties to another country or countries. There are different divisions, and not all countries are represented, but we plan to continue to grow and add more countries each year.
What are the requirements to play on a team?
You must meet 2 of the following criteria:
-Player must have been born in the USA or Canada. Or be a US Citizen.
-Player has a parent that was born in the country she wants to represent
-Player has a Grandparent that was born in the country she wants to represent
-Player has a Great Grandparent that was born in the country she wants to represent*
-For Israel only, it's based on your Jewish faith.
es each year.
-Player must have been born in the USA or Canada. Or be a US Citizen.
-Player has a parent that was born in the country she wants to represent
-Player has a Grandparent that was born in the country she wants to represent
-Player has a Great Grandparent that was born in the country she wants to represent*
-For Israel only, it's based on your Jewish faith.
es each year.
How are teams picked?
Players complete an interest form, then head coaches of each team choose from the players list to create their roster.
What is the difference between a TCIC team and a National Team?
The National teams are created and put together by the country's federations. The teams are composed of players representing the country in National, International, and Olympic play. The WBSC governs these teams.
