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Spring Fling Classic 2025: A Celebration of Slow-Pitch Softball in Fort Lauderdale

By ISPS, 01/12/25, 5:00AM EST

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Join us for the Spring Fling Classic 2025 in Fort Lauderdale! Secure your spot by March 12th.

The Spring Fling Classic 2025 is set for March 15th at Mills Pond Sports Complex in Fort Lauderdale, FL. With divisions for all skill levels and a minimum of three games guaranteed, it's an event not to be missed. Register by March 12th to be part of the action!


Spring Fling Classic 2025: A Celebration of Slow-Pitch Softball in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, FL – March 15, 2025

The International Slow Pitch Softball (ISPS) organization is thrilled to announce the Spring Fling Classic 2025, scheduled for March 15th at the renowned Mills Pond Sports Complex in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This annual tournament has become a staple in the slow-pitch softball community, attracting teams and enthusiasts from across the region.

Tournament Details

The Spring Fling Classic offers a variety of divisions to accommodate players of different skill levels and age groups:

  • Women’s Open: Unlimited Home Runs
  • Men’s Lower: 2 Home Runs & 1-Up
  • Men’s Upper: 6 Home Runs & 1-Up
  • Men’s 40+: 7 Home Runs & Out
  • Men’s 50+: 7 Home Runs & Out

Each team is guaranteed a minimum of three games, ensuring ample playtime and competition. The entry fee for the tournament is $420, with the registration deadline set for March 12th at midnight.

General Rules and Equipment

  • Pitch Arc: 6-10 feet
  • Pitch Pump Fake: Allowed (5-second release period after presenting to home plate)
  • Approved Balls: ISPS 44/375 APPROVED BALLS (available for purchase at the event)
  • Approved Bats: ASA & USSSA (220 & 240) bats allowed; senior bats permitted in 40+ & 50+ divisions
  • Player Requirements: Athletes must have their athlete cards available at all times (virtual/digital accepted)
  • Count: 1&1 with no extra foul after two strikes
  • Pitcher’s Position: Up to 3 feet behind the rubber
  • Universal Runner: One per team, not required to be in the lineup; may run unlimited times (one runner per gender)
  • Cleats: No metal cleats allowed
  • Run Rule: 20-15-10 run rule in the 3rd-4th-5th innings
  • Time Limit: 60-minute games with no new inning after 55 minutes

Additional rules apply for the 40+ and 50+ divisions, including a commitment line and mandatory face masks for pitchers.

Registration and Contact Information

Teams interested in participating can register at playisps.com/springfling2025. For any questions or further information, contact ISPS at info@ispssoftball.com or call 786-245-3243.

About ISPS

The International Slow Pitch Softball organization is dedicated to promoting and organizing slow-pitch softball events worldwide. Through tournaments like the Spring Fling Classic, ISPS provides athletes with opportunities to compete, develop their skills, and engage with the broader softball community.

Commissioner Manuel T. Ferrero III expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event: "The Spring Fling Classic is more than just a tournament; it's a celebration of the sport and the community that supports it. We look forward to welcoming teams from all over and witnessing some outstanding softball action."

Don't miss out on this exciting event! Register your team today and be part of the Spring Fling Classic 2025.



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