Softball Tournaments
The NFCA's Leadoff Classics gather top collegiate and high school teams from around the country for highly competitive softball action at one site. The Division I Leadoff Classic is currently held annually at the Eddie C. Moore Complex in Clearwater, Fla., while the Division II and III Leadoff Classics alternate every other year at various locations around the country chosen by their respective division’s membership. The NAIA and Junior College Leadoff Classics will be similarly paired and alternate each year at the South Commons Complex in Columbus, Ga. Additionally, we currently endorse high school tournaments in Texas, California, Colorado, and Nebraska.
If you are interested in having the NFCA endorse your high school tournament, please email NFCA High School liaison Dave Hines (dave@nfca.org) for more information.
2026 Leadoff Classic Tickets
Click on the buttons below to purchase your Leadoff Classic tickets.
Please note Division I tickets can only be purchased online through the City of Clearwater, Fla. Prices will include tax and an additional third-party fee during the purchasing process.
2026 NFCA Leadoff Classics
NCAA Division I Leadoff Classic presented by MaxBP
February 5-8 • Eddie C. Moore Complex • Clearwater, Fla.
Complete Schedule (PDF) | Purchase Tickets | Tournament Central
2025 Recap (Champion: Kentucky)
Texas High School Leadoff Classic
February 12-14 • Bryan-College Station, Texas
NAIA Leadoff Classic
February 27-March 1 • South Commons Complex • Columbus, Ga.
Complete Schedule (PDF) | Purchase Tickets | Tournament Central
2024 Recap (Champion: Rio Grande)
NCAA Division III Leadoff Classic presented by MaxBP
March 6-8 • South Commons Complex • Columbus, Ga.
Complete Schedule (PDF) • Purchase Tickets • Tournament Central
2025 Recap (Champion: Redlands)
Nor Cal High School Leadoff Classic
April 16-18, 2026 • Tracy, Calif.
2025 Recap (Champion: Tracy High School)
F.A.N./NFCA High School Leadoff Classic
TBD • Fort Collins, Colo.
2025 Recap (Champion: Harris County High School)
Kaiti Williams Memorial High School Leadoff Classic
TBD • Papillion, Neb.
2025 Recap (Champion: Millard North High School)
The NFCA (National Fastpitch Coaches Association) is the professional organization for fastpitch softball coaches. Known for its highly-regarded Leadoff Classic tournaments, the NFCA also educates and supports softball coaches on a variety of different levels: from webinars to awards, to in-person and virtual events, and a National Convention.
Learn more about the NFCA and consider joining over 7,000 coaches today!
