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The 2023 International Challenge is back! Be a part of the intriguing menu at our Colorado 4th of July event and slated for June 23-25 at the Christopher Fields complex in Westminster, CO.
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Countries Participating
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The History of the Event
2022 Results:
18 & Under Division
Gold Medal: Polynesia
Silver Medal: USA
Bronze Medal: Cuba
16 & Under Division
Gold Medal: Polynesia
Silver Medal: Puerto Rico
Bronze Medal: USA
2021 Results:
Gold Medal: USA Blue
Silver Medal: South Korea
Bronze Medal: Puerto Rico
18 & Under Division
Gold Medal: Polynesia
Silver Medal: USA
Bronze Medal: Cuba
16 & Under Division
Gold Medal: Polynesia
Silver Medal: Puerto Rico
Bronze Medal: USA
2021 Results:
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 1 of the following criteria:
- Player is born in the country she wants to represent
- 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.
- Player is born in the country she wants to represent
- 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.
How are teams picked?
2023 Interest forms will be available to players beginning of October, 2022.
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.
2022 Rosters
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FAQ
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Glad I got to check out some of the @TCSFastpitch International Challenge today at @COSparkFire! Neat concept + so special to see the culture, heritage + pride on display with players through insanely competitive play.
— Laura Ricciardone (@CoachLauraRicc) June 27, 2022
Not to mention some future @YaleSoftball □balling out □□
