Panama City Beach, FL

Frank Brown Park

THE 2027 GRAND SLAM SOFTBALL WORLD SERIES

Jun 21-27, 2027


2027 GRAND SLAM SOFTBALL WORLD SERIES AT THE BEACH — SESSION I

JUNE 21–27, 2027 | PANAMA CITY BEACH, FLORIDA

WHERE CHAMPIONSHIP SOFTBALL MEETS THE BEACH!

We're back for YEAR TWO! Following our inaugural 2026 event, we're excited to welcome teams and families back to Panama City Beach for competitive softball, championship games, and unforgettable beach memories!


TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

SUNDAY, JUNE 20 — OPENING CEREMONIES

MONDAY, JUNE 21 OR TUESDAY, JUNE 22 — POOL PLAY

Each team plays all 3 pool games in a tripleheader on one day, with the opposite day OFF to enjoy the beach and local attractions!

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23 — DOUBLE ELIMINATION BRACKET BEGINS

THURSDAY, JUNE 24 — FIRST DAY OF ELIMINATIONS

SATURDAY, JUNE 26 — CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES

SUNDAY, JUNE 27 — WEATHER MAKE-UP DAY (IF NEEDED)

IMPORTANT: Championships are scheduled for Saturday, June 26. Sunday is reserved for weather delays only. Please plan travel accordingly.

Schedules are subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.


DIVISIONS & ENTRY FEES

Age Division

Entry Fee

8U Coach Pitch

$600

9U

$650

10U

$700

12U

$800

14U

$800

16U / 18U High School

$900

ALL TEAMS MUST REGISTER IN THEIR RESPECTIVE OPEN AGE DIVISION.

Teams will be separated into competitive classifications closer to the event.

THE TOP 3 TEAMS IN EVERY CLASSIFICATION WITHIN EACH AGE DIVISION WILL BE AWARDED, REGARDLESS OF BRACKET STRUCTURE!

PAYMENT DEADLINE: APRIL 1, 2027

FULL PAYMENT IS DUE BY APRIL 1, 2027, OR EARLIER IF YOUR DIVISION APPROACHES CAPACITY.

Register and pay early to secure your spot!


TOURNAMENT FORMAT & GAME TIMES

5-GAME GUARANTEE

3 Pool Play Games + Double Elimination Bracket

POOL PLAY

ALL DIVISIONS: 1:00 — FINISH THE INNING

BRACKET PLAY

  • 8U–12U: 1:15

  • 14U–High School: 1:30

CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES

FULL GAMES — NO TIME LIMIT!

  • 8U–12U: 6 innings

  • 14U–High School: 7 innings

  • "IF" Games: Standard bracket time limits apply.

ALL COACHES MUST REVIEW THE OFFICIAL GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT RULES BEFORE GAME DAY.


FIELD LOCATIONS

FRANK BROWN PARK — 8U, 9U, 10U & 12U

16200 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32413

SOUTHPORT SPORTS COMPLEX — 14U & HIGH SCHOOL

8598 SR-77 N, Panama City, FL

ALL GAMES PLAYED ON ALL-DIRT FIELDS!

Field locations and age assignments may change based on final registration numbers.


OPENING CEREMONIES & SKILLS COMPETITIONS

OPENING CEREMONIES

SUNDAY, JUNE 20 | 6:00–8:30 PM

AARON BESSANT PARK — PANAMA CITY BEACH

Join us for team introductions, pin trading, and a World Series celebration!

  • Wear matching team jerseys or tops.

  • Bring trading pins!

  • Team banners are encouraged.

Additional details will be announced closer to the event.

SKILLS COMPETITIONS

DETAILS COMING SOON!

Competition information and schedules will be announced closer to the event.


ROSTERS & COACHES MEETING

ROSTER DEADLINE: JUNE 1, 2027

ALL TEAM ROSTERS MUST BE POSTED BY JUNE 1!

NEW FOR 2027 — VIRTUAL COACHES MEETING!

Coaches will receive tournament information virtually. Meeting and team check-in instructions will be provided closer to the event.


GATE ADMISSION & EVENT POLICIES

2027 GATE PRICING — COMING SOON!

Spectator admission and coach credential details will be announced before the tournament.

Weather-related schedule changes will be communicated by Grand Slam tournament administration.

COACHES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR REVIEWING ALL OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES AND POLICIES.


ADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

MORE DETAILS COMING SOON!

This section will be updated as additional event information is finalized.


MEET YOUR NATIONAL SOFTBALL DIRECTOR

TAYLOR STRAIN — NATIONAL SOFTBALL DIRECTOR

Taylor played NCAA Division I softball at Baylor University and Ole Miss, competing in the 2025 Women's College World Series. She is passionate about delivering an organized, competitive, and memorable World Series experience for every team and family.

QUESTIONS? taylorgrandslam@gmail.com


READY TO COMPETE AT THE BEACH?

SESSION I | JUNE 21–27, 2027

REGISTER YOUR TEAM TODAY!

https://www.grandslamtournaments.com/fastpitch/Events

WE'LL SEE YOU AT THE BEACH!