2026 ZVBL 12U A & AA End-of-Season Championship Tournaments July 25-26, 2026 | Lake City, MN

The Lake City Youth Softball & Baseball Association (LCYSBA) and Zumbro Valley Baseball League (ZVBL) are proud to host the 2026 12U A and 12U AA End-of-Season Championship Tournaments in Lake City, Minnesota. Celebrate the end of the season with competitive, family-friendly baseball and crown the ZVBL champions!

Event Details

• Dates: Saturday, July 25 – Sunday, July 26, 2026 (Possible Friday evening games on July 24 if needed based on registration numbers – we will communicate early.)
• Location: Lake City fields (exact fields and schedule released after registration closes)
• Divisions: 12U A (Lower) and 12U AA (Upper)
• Format: Pool play followed by single- or double-elimination bracket play (exact format depends on number of teams). Expect 3+ games guaranteed.
• Awards: Championship Rings for 1st, Trophies for 2nd, and Medals 3rd place in each division.

Registration Information

Registration Fee: $300 per team (includes umpires, fields, and tournament operations). Deadline: July 15, 2026 (or when divisions fill – register early!).

To Register:

1. Fill out the registration form.
2. Submit payment via PayPal, credit card, or mail check to: LCYSBA P.O. Box 373 Lake City, MN 55041

Current Registered Teams

GameChanger Tournament Tracking

All games will be tracked in GameChanger in a dedicated GC Tournament League setting. This provides live scoring, real-time pitch counts, play-by-play updates, standings, and full tournament stats for coaches, players, and families.

• A central scorekeeper (or home team) will handle official scoring for each game.
• Teams should join the tournament league in GameChanger as soon as invited.
• Please have a designated scorekeeper ready for every game.

Eligibility

• Open to all ZVBL 12U A and 12U AA teams.
• Players must meet ZVBL 12U eligibility: Completing 6th grade or younger in 2026.
• Rosters follow standard ZVBL rules. Call-ups per league policy.

Rules

Tournament play follows 2026 ZVBL 12U A and 12U AA Division Rules, with these tournament-specific notes:

Game Structure

• Games are 6 innings or no new inning after 1.5 hours from first pitch.
• 10-run mercy rule after 3.5 or 4 innings.
• International tiebreaker (runner on 2nd) if time permits.
• No per-inning run limits.
• Bases: 75-80 feet; pitching distance: 52–54 feet.
• Official score entered in GameChanger.

Pitching Rules

• Daily limit: Max 85 pitches per pitcher per day (finish the at-bat). Max 115 pitches for tournament per player.
• Pitch counts tracked separately for the tournament (reset from regular season).
• Balks called; curveballs/breaking pitches allowed in 12U.

Hitting & Base Running

• Continuous batting order.
• Leading off and stealing allowed (including home on passed balls).
• Dropped 3rd strike per ZVBL rules.
• Courtesy runner for catcher (last batted out).
• Must slide on close plays; malicious contact = ejection.

Equipment & Safety

• No metal spikes.
• Approved bats (USA Baseball, USSSA, BBCOR, or wood).
• Each team supplies one new game-quality baseball per game.
• Zero tolerance for unsportsmanlike conduct.

Full ZVBL 12U Rules: 12U A Rules | 12U AA Rules | Pitching Rules

Additional Information

• Concessions: On-site and family-friendly.
• Lodging: AmericInn, Sunset Motel, or options in Red Wing/Wabasha.
• Weather Policy: Play rain or shine unless unsafe. Home team coach determines playability.
• Sportsmanship: Positive coaching and fan behavior expected. Focus on player development and respect.

Questions? Contact Tournament Director Isaac Corey at icorey@digiseeit.com or (507) 396-3841.