Preview of This Weekend’s 2024 Ashland Invitational Fastpitch Tournament – July 19-21 at Ashland Ohio
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Ashland Invitational Set to Showcase Top Fastpitch Talent
The 2024 Ashland Invitational is gearing up for an action-packed weekend of elite men’s fastpitch softball on July 19-21 at Brookside Park in Ashland, Ohio. This prestigious tournament will feature some of the top teams in North America, promising intense competition and thrilling matchups.
Headlining the event are the #1 ranked New York Gremlins. Fans unable to attend in person can catch all of the Gremlins’ games live on the GREMLINS NETWORK , with Ballpark Broadcasting’s announcer Jim Flanagan providing play-by-play commentary.
Other notable teams in the tournament, and their current ISC Fastpitch (Mid-season) ranking include:
- #4 NorthEast Drillers
- #6 Circle Tap Dukes
- #8 AWP Lumberjacks
- #16 Midland Explorers
- #19 Ohio Bombers
The tournament kicks off Friday evening with two exciting matchups. The nightcap will feature the #1 ranked New York Gremlins against the #6 ranked Circle Tap Dukes, which will be broadcast live on the GREMLINS NETWORK. The Gremlins boast a 14-2 record, while Circle Tap is coming off a runner-up finish in the Boys of Summer Tournament held last weekend. Circle Tap nearly upset #2 ranked Hill United Chiefs in the title game, holding a 4-0 lead into the late innings.
Saturday will be a full day of round-robin play, featuring seven games that will determine seeding for Sunday’s finals. The championship game is scheduled for Sunday at 1:00 PM.
All games will take place on Diamond 1 at Brookside Park in Ashland Ohio. For those unable to attend, select games will be streamed on Softball Premier TV in addition to the Gremlins Network coverage.
With a mix of established powerhouses and up-and-coming squads, the 2024 Ashland Invitational promises to be a showcase of top-tier fastpitch talent. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the sport, this tournament offers a perfect opportunity to witness some of the best players in action.
Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on what’s sure to be an unforgettable weekend of fastpitch softball in Ashland, Ohio!
Team Rankings
- #1 – New York Gremlins
- #4 – NE Drillers
- #6 – Circle Tap Dukes
- #8 – AWP Lumberjacks
- #16 – Midland Explorers
- #19 – Ohio Bombers
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2024 Ashland Invitational Schedule
Friday, July 19
| Time | Teams |
|---|---|
| 7:00 PM | Lumberjacks vs Midland |
| 9:00 PM | NY Gremlins vs Circle Tap |
Saturday, July 20
| Time | Teams |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | NE Rollers vs Bombers |
| 11:00 AM | Circle Tap vs Bombers |
| 1:00 PM | NY Gremlins vs Midland |
| 3:00 PM | NY Gremlins vs Lumberjacks |
| 5:00 PM | NE Rollers vs Lumberjacks |
| 7:00 PM | NE Rollers vs Circle Tap |
| 9:00 PM | Bombers vs Midland |
Sunday, July 21 (Finals Games)
| Time | Game |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | 3rd Place Game |
| 11:00 AM | 4th Place Game |
| 1:00 PM | Finals Game 2024 |