2024 All-Star Program

The All-Star program is a competitive tournament program. This program runs from late May through July 2024.  Only players from the Spring Recreational season are eligible to play and must tryout and be selected for a team. Teams compete against other All-Stars and Select teams from surrounding leagues. The goal is to qualify for and attend the Western Nationals Tournament.

WGFSA will be holding tryouts on Wednesday, May 1st.  None of our rec teams have games this day to allow all players interested to attend tryouts.  We will send more information as we get closer to the May 1st date on schedule for each age bracket.

All-Star Dates 

 *Dates subject to change; please check website/calendar for update

Tournament Schedule 8U (dates subject to change)

• June 1-2:        Stars of Cordova 8U
• June 8-9:        Piece of the Rock 8U
• June 15-16:   Association Tournament 8U (State Game Qualifier)
• June 29-30:   NorCal Invitational (8U-16U No Select Teams) 
• July 19-24:    State Games C class 8U-12U (San Diego) must qualify to get an invite  

Tournament Schedule 10U-16U (dates subject to change)

• May 31 - June 2:     Piece of the Rock 10U-16U (Western Nationals Qualifier)
• June 8-9:                 Stars of Cordova 10U-16U
• June 21-23:            Association Tournament 10U-16U (State Games/Western National Qualifier)
• June 29-30:            NorCal Invitational 8U-16U (No Select Teams) 
• July 6-7:                  Davis - Stars & Strikes Tournament 10U Only
• July 13-14:              Red, White, and Boom 10U-16U
• July 19-24:             State Games C Class 8U-12U (San Diego) must qualify to get an invite
• July 20-21:             Roseville Battle of the Roses 12U-14U
• July 23-28:            14U Western Nationals (Seattle, Washington) must qualify to get an invite
• July 27-Aug 4:       10U & 12U Western Nationals (Salem, Oregon) must qualify to get an invite

Frequently Asked Questions - 2024 All-Star Season

What age divisions are eligible for All-Stars?

8U, 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U - Just a reminder this is your age as of 9/1/2023  

Can I just sign up my player for All-Stars?

No players must try out and be selected for a team.

What is the registration cost to participate in All-Stars?

Registration costs for the All-Star program typically start at $250. Registration includes entry fees for 3 tournaments, uniforms, league-associated expenses, discretionary team funds, and equipment. Additional fees may be added depending on the number of tournaments your team decides to play.

What is the time commitment? 

All-Star teams should plan to practice 2-3x weekly in addition to weekend tournaments. The tournaments are all day Saturday and Sunday, with anywhere from 4-8 games per weekend.

What is Nationals? Should we plan on attending?

Western Nationals is a week-long tournament where teams compete against the best All-Star and Select teams from all over the Western United States. Western Nationals can be hosted anywhere in the Western United States. These special events are designed to combine team bonding and team competition. Tournaments also include costume contests, pin trading, skills contests, and more. 

Can high school players participate in All-Stars?

High school players are eligible to return to the league they played with previously. There are rules related to the number of high school players. please reach out to the Registrar for more information.

How are All-star coaches selected? 

All prospective coaches and managers must apply for consideration by April 15th, all applicants will be reviewed by a panel. The panel will select the best candidates.

What do Tryouts look like?

Players will be evaluated on running, hitting, infield, and outfield work. Pitchers and Catchers will also be evaluated as part of the tryouts. Players will be evaluated and ranked by a panel of independent evaluators. 

How are teams formed?

the top 10 ranked players will be automatically selected for the team. Coaches can fill the team's remaining spots with any players who attended the tryout.

When will notifications go out for players who were selected?

Team selections will conclude after tryouts and players will be notified by the coaches or player agent. Teams will be formally announced at closing ceremonies.