EVENT DETAILS
CIS Gauntlet
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Tournament DateMay 01 - May 03 2026 -
Entry Fee$315 - $390
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StatureNIT - FP -
Age Groups8U - 18U -
Event Lodging
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Event DetailsUSSSA NIT
- 4 game guarantee (weather permitting)
- Pool play followed by single elimination bracket
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Entry Fee$315 - $390
Entry Deadline: April 26
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Gate Fee$260 (pre-paid team gate)
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Additional Note
Awards
- Gold | 1st and 2nd place players | CIS Custom Ring
- Gold | 1st and 2nd place teams | CIS Custom Banner
Tournament Division
| Division | Entry Fee | Gate Fee | Max Entries | Teams Entered |
Game Guarantee |
Format |
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Event Ballparks
| Venue Name | Address | Maps link |
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| Des Moines Metro Ball Parks | , Des Moines, IA, 50315 | Open in Maps |
| Lew Clarkson Park | Barnsley Drive, Johnston, IA, 50131 | Open in Maps |
| Prairie Ridge Sports Complex - Fastpitch | 1010 NW Ash Drive, Ankeny, IA, 50023 | Open in Maps |
| SDM Softball Complex | 1300 Havens Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | Open in Maps |
| Holiday Park - Fastpitch | 210 14th St, West Des Moines, IA, 50265 | Open in Maps |
| Fareway Fields | 1401 High Road, Norwalk, IA, 50211 | Open in Maps |
Venue Name
Prairie Ridge Sports Complex - Fastpitch
Address
1010 NW Ash Drive, Ankeny, IA, 50023
Event Lodging
Note: If you don't know which venue you'll be playing at and want to book in advance, click here to find hotels that are geographically centered between all venues.
| Venue Name | Address | Dates | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Metro Ball Parks | , Des Moines, IA, 50315 | May 1-3 | Find Hotels |
| Lew Clarkson Park | Barnsley Drive, Johnston, IA, 50131 | May 1-3 | Find Hotels |
| Prairie Ridge Sports Complex - Fastpitch | 1010 NW Ash Drive, Ankeny, IA, 50023 | May 1-3 | Find Hotels |
| SDM Softball Complex | 1300 Havens Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50315 | May 1-3 | Find Hotels |
| Holiday Park - Fastpitch | 210 14th St, West Des Moines, IA, 50265 | May 1-3 | Find Hotels |
| Fareway Fields | 1401 High Road, Norwalk, IA, 50211 | May 1-3 | Find Hotels |
Venue Name
Lew Clarkson Park
Address
Barnsley Drive, Johnston, IA, 50131
Dates
May 1-3
Venue Name
Prairie Ridge Sports Complex - Fastpitch
Address
1010 NW Ash Drive, Ankeny, IA, 50023
Dates
May 1-3
Venue Name
SDM Softball Complex
Address
1300 Havens Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50315
Dates
May 1-3
Venue Name
Holiday Park - Fastpitch
Address
210 14th St, West Des Moines, IA, 50265
Dates
May 1-3
Lodging
Merchandise
Event Updates
In case you missed it!
5/1 CIS Gauntlet past tournament event merchandise is now available! T-shirts, rings, banners and more! Shipped directly to you. https://centraliowasports.com/product-category/gauntlet-fastpitch-merchandise/
May 06, 2026 - 09:51am
LAST CHANCE!
Don’t miss your shot to grab the 5/1 CIS Gauntlet tournament shirt!
Pre-orders CLOSE TODAY and quantities at the parks will be VERY limited
Lock yours in now before they’re gone!
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April 23, 2026 - 03:50am
Don’t Wait!
Pre-order your 5/1 CIS Gauntlet tournament t-shirts now!
Limited quantities will be available at the parks—secure yours early. Deadline to order is THIS THURSDAY!
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April 22, 2026 - 03:19am
Pre-order your 5/1 CIS Gauntlet tournament t-shirts now!
Deadline to order is THIS THURSDAY—don’t miss out!
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April 20, 2026 - 03:53am
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