Question 1

Why is ASANA hosting the World Series in Tucson?

Accepted Answer

ASANA Board Members worked directly with the local member league, TIPS and the Visit Tucson Tourism Bureau and presented to our council in February 2025 and representatives from leagues all over the country voted unanimously to host the 2026 World Series in Tucson!

Question 2

When are Bat Checks?

Accepted Answer

All Registration and Bat Check times are listed on the 2026 Schedule of Events

Question 3

What's with the wristbands this year?

Accepted Answer

Anyone on a World Series roster will receive a 2026 ASANA World Series Participant Wristband as a gift. While wearing it is encouraged to identify participants during events and activities, it is not required for the tournament.

Question 4

What are Pop Up Events?

Accepted Answer

ASANA is hosting our annual events: Registration & Activities Day, Opening Party, Hall of Fame, Closing Party. In addition we are planning events throughout series week that will be fun additions to the week and provide a wide array of participant experiences: karaoke, speed dating, drag shows, local experiences. They are flexible as we want to make sure our core offerings are fully staffed and supported. Stay tuned for more information daily as we post details via website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Question 5

What's the 2026 Hotel Deposit and How do I get it Back?

Accepted Answer

The Hotel Deposit for 2026 is $350.

How do I get my Hotel Deposit back? Book via ASANA links  Stay the minimum number of nights  Submit receipts via the Hotel Deposit before 11/25/25 What's the minimum number of nights? Hotel Rooms - Must turn in receipts with a a minimum of nine (9) total room nights to receive the hotel deposit refund. How are Nights calculated?1 room/reservation for 5 nights + 1 room/reservation for 4 nights = 9 nights1 room/reservation for 3 nights + 1 room/reservation for 3 nights + 1 room/reservation for 4 nights + 1 room/reservation for 3 nights = 10 nights

Question 6

What's the registration process for 2026?

Accepted Answer

Registration opened on July 1 and operated on a register-and-pay model. Teams secured their spot by completing registration and submitting payment in full. Once the tournament reached capacity, additional teams were placed on a waitlist. This process was communicated to member leagues, delegates, and team managers in advance through multiple announcements and registration materials.

Question 7

When do I have to have my roster set?

Accepted Answer

Rosters are due September 19

Question 8

When are ratings due?

Accepted Answer

ASANA Delegates and Representatives of each Member City are responsible for entering the full league participants, with ratings and eligibility by August 15.

Question 9

What is the cap? How does the waitlist work?

Accepted Answer

The team cap was increased to 110 teams (from 80).

Once the tournament reaches the 110 team capacity, additional teams will be added to a waitlist. If a spot becomes available, ASANA will invite the next eligible team to register based on the established waitlist process. Teams offered a spot will receive registration instructions and will have a limited window to complete payment and confirm their participation. Remaining waitlisted teams will be notified once the field is finalized.

Question 10

What if I was on the original 80-team capacity waitlist?

Accepted Answer

All teams that were on the original 80-team capacity waitlist have been contacted and offered the opportunity to register. If your team was on that waitlist and you have not received your registration information, please contact ASANA as soon as possible so we can assist you.

Question 11

What happens if a registered team withdraws? Can we get a refund?

Accepted Answer

If a registered team withdraws before September 1, a refund will be issued less $50 cancellation processing fee. No refunds will be processed after 9/1.

Question 12

Why didn't ASANA announce the expansion sooner?

Accepted Answer

ASANA did not announce an increase in capacity until additional fields, staffing, scheduling, and operational logistics had been confirmed. Rather than communicate a possibility that might not happen, we waited until we were confident the tournament could responsibly accommodate additional teams.

Question 13

What are the uniform rules?

Accepted Answer

Uniform rules can be found in the ASWS 2026 Playing Rules.

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Amateur Sports Alliance of North America

A non-profit building community and competition for LGBTQ+ athletes

2026 ASANA Softball World Series Tucson, Arizona October 19 - 24, 2026

Week-at-a-Glance Monday - Delegate Meeting, Hall of Fame, Welcome Pop-Up Tuesday - Registration & Activities Day, Opening Party Wednesday - Pool Play Thursday - Pool & Bracket Play Friday - Bracket Play, Karaoke Pop-Up Saturday - Championships, Closing Party

Host Hotels

​$199/night

Suites

Breakfast Included

Free Parking

Happy Hour Specials

Wednesday Night Pool Party Pop-Up!

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Fields

Eight Fields, Dirt & Grass

Vendor booths

Gender-neutral restrooms

Food vendors & trucks, concession stand

Nature trails

And more!!

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Lincoln Park Water & Ice Policy

No restrictions on outside food, water, ice, or coolers.

Outside alcoholic beverages are permitted, BYOB.

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Lincoln Park Tent Policy

Max size: 10’ x 10’

Tents are allowed, but must not be staked into the ground. Tents must be set up individually and may not be connected, linked, or tied together.

Six Fields, Dirt & Grass

Vendor booths

Gender-neutral restrooms

Concession stand

And more!!

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Sports Park Tucson Water & Ice Policy

No restrictions on bringing coolers, ice, water.

In addition: Protein Bars, Piece of Fruit, Gatorade, mixed nuts, granola bars, protein bars, and a coffee are allowed into the park. All other food and beverage are prohibited; outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted.

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Sports Park Tucson Face Mask Policy

All pitchers must wear a face mask. Face masks must be worn at all times while pitching at Sports Park Tucson.

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Sports Park Tucson Gate Fee

There will be no gate fee. The standard $2 gate fee at the new field complex will be waived for ASANA Softball World Series attendees.​

Prohibited Items & Actions at both locations

No Glass Containers

No Smoking, Vaping, or Tobacco Products

No Metal Cleats

No bicycles, skateboards, roller blades or scooters​

2026 Team List

List as of 9/8 - if you registered and your team is not listed, please email info@asanaseries.org

Divisions are not final until all rosters are verified.

B Division​

KC Legacy (B Division Outside Team)

MN Free Agents (B Division Outside Team)

Riders (B Division Outside Team)

Sit on My Base/Gaytivities/A3 (B Division Outside Team)

Team Throttle (Alameda Women's Softball League)

C Division

E Division

D Division

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Why is ASANA hosting the World Series in Tucson?

When are Bat Checks?

What's with the wristbands this year?

What are Pop Up Events?

What's the 2026 Hotel Deposit and How do I get it Back?

What's the registration process for 2026?

When do I have to have my roster set?

2026 ASANA Softball World Series
Tucson, Arizona
October 19 - 24, 2026

Week-at-a-Glance
Monday - Delegate Meeting, Hall of Fame, Welcome Pop-Up
Tuesday - Registration & Activities Day, Opening Party
Wednesday - Pool Play
Thursday - Pool & Bracket Play
Friday - Bracket Play, Karaoke Pop-Up
Saturday - Championships, Closing Party

$199/night

$189/night

There will be no gate fee. The standard $2 gate fee at the new field complex will be waived for ASANA Softball World Series attendees.

No bicycles, skateboards, roller blades or scooters

B Division