Tournament Information

The Slugger Leather and Lumber Classic is back for the 2022 and is part of the brand new "Flashin' The Leather Series" for 9-12u.  The Flashin' The Leather Series is a brand new tournament series by JP Sports hosted exclusively at the Louisville Slugger Sports Complex (LSSC).   For the "Flashin' The Leather Series"  the tournament champions will receive a Wilson A2000 Baseball glove.  For more information on the Flashin' The Leather Series click HERE.  

This event is not only a USSSA State Qualifier, but a World Series qualifier as well.  We expect this event to sell out quickly, as it will have the best awards package in youth baseball.  The Slugger Leather and Lumber Classic will play 2 pool play games, followed by bracket play.   Don't miss your opportunity for a USSSA qualifier!

Louisville Slugger Sports Complex: 

With a total of 12 turf diamonds:  10 full synthetic turf fields with lights outdoors and 2 full synthetic turf fields in the dome.  2 of the outdoor fields are stadium style, with the main stadium field featuring a jumbotron scrore/video board. 

This tournament will be governed by USSSA Rules and Rostering, along with JP Sports. 

You MUST Register through USSSA AND JP Sports . 

NO METAL SPIKES AT LSSC

Date: 05/13/2022 - 05/15/2022

Game Guarantee: 3 Games

Tournament Format: Each team will play 2 pool play games, followed by bracket play.

Expected Number of Teams: 80+

Expected Start Times: Games will start Friday evening at 5:00PM

Parking is FREE!

LSSC: 8400 Orange Prairie Rd, Peoria, IL 61615

The event is for the following ages:

8u Kid Pitch

9u (Open/AA/A) - 46' mound, 65' bases

10u (Open/AA/A) - 46' mound, 65' bases

11u (Open/AA/A) - 50' mound, 70' bases

12u (Open/AA/A) - 50' mound, 70' bases

Cost:

9u, 10u, 11u, 12u = $595

Hotels: 

*Teams traveling for this event MUST book their hotels through our housing partner, Plex Travel.  This event is a Stay-to-Play event.  Once you have registered we recommend securing your hotel rooms right away.  The Plex Travel Hotel Link