PUEBLO, CO – The International Softball Congress (ISC) is pleased to announce the return of the prestigious Joe Santos Memorial, serving as a key qualifier for the 2026 ISC World Tournament. From May 22–24, sixteen of the region’s premier fastpitch programs will descend upon Pueblo, Colorado, to compete for a coveted championship berth.
The tournament will be headlined at the historic Joe Santos Field (Diamond 1), with additional pool play matchups taking place at City Field (Diamond 4).
Tournament Structure
The 2026 field features a diverse lineup of talent divided into four competitive pools:
- Pool A: Pueblo Bandits, Newton J-Train, Crazy Horse, Juanes Roofing LLC
- Pool B: Castro Concrete, TSAYATOH Tomahawks, Manderson A’s, Naughty by Nature
- Pool C: Team Anthrhax, Colorado Bad Cats, Kansas City Indios, Villa Arco Misfits
- Pool D: Red Leaf, La Familia, AAA/Dan’s, Hasty Awards Outlaws
Weekend Outlook
The action kicks off Friday, May 22, at 2:00 PM, as La Familia takes on AAA/Dan’s at Joe Santos Field. Friday’s slate features a full evening of high-intensity matchups, setting the tone for a marathon Saturday.
Saturday, May 23, will test the depth and endurance of every roster, with games running from 8:00 AM until the final pitch of the 8:30 PM nightcap. Results from Saturday will determine the seeding for Sunday’s single-elimination playoff bracket.
Championship Sunday begins at 9:30 AM. The top two teams from each pool will cross over into a bracket-style showdown. The weekend culminates in the Championship Game at 8:00 PM at Joe Santos Field, where one team will cement their legacy and punch their ticket to the ISC World Tournament.
Visit the Ballpark
Fans are encouraged to join us in Pueblo to experience the speed and power of elite men’s fastpitch.
- Venue: Joe Santos Field (843 W Northern Ave, Pueblo, CO)
- Updates: Live scoring and full bracket updates are available via the official https://iscfastpitch.com/qualifiers/2026-joe-santos-memorial/
For more information on the ISC and upcoming qualifying events, visit iscfastpitch.com.
