The First-Ever Softball Educational Conference on Long Island

Long IslandSoftball Conference
& Awards

Uniting Nassau & Suffolk County Softball

December 6, 2026 • Suffolk County, NY

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Long Island Softball Starts Here.

One community connecting Nassau County and Suffolk County

One Long Island Softball Community

LISCA brings together the softball community from Nassau County and Suffolk County, creating one place for players, parents, coaches, organizations, and softball leaders to learn, connect, develop, and celebrate the game.

From a young player’s first experience in Little League and recreational softball, to travel teams, high school programs, showcases, college recruiting, and the next level, LISCA is designed to help families better understand and navigate the softball journey.

Whether a player is picking up a glove for the first time or preparing for her next opportunity, LISCA connects families with the people, programs, and resources that move the game forward across Long Island.

0 + Little League & Rec Programs

0 + Travel Teams

0 + High School Teams

0 + Little League & Travel Players

Why Attend LISCA?

For players, parents, coaches, and families who want more than another tournament weekend.

Learn the Recruiting Process

Families get real guidance on what college coaches look for, how to prepare, what questions to ask, and how to avoid confusion during the recruiting journey.

Build the Complete Athlete

Players hear from people who understand training, confidence, leadership, pressure, teamwork, and the habits that separate good players from serious prospects.

Connect With the Community

LISCA brings players, parents, coaches, teams, trainers, sponsors, and programs into one room so relationships can grow beyond the field.

Celebrate Long Island Talent

The Diamond Awards give athletes and coaches a stage to be recognized for performance, academics, resilience, leadership, hustle, and community impact.

this is for the player and the parent

Softball can open doors, but families need information, direction, and the right people around them. LISCA is built to educate, inspire, and celebrate the next generation of Long Island softball.

Event Schedule

Conference: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM · Awards show: 4:00–7:00 PM

9:00 AM

Doors Open

Registration & check-in

9:30 AM

Welcome Remarks

Opening address from the LISCA team

9:45 AM

Panel 1: Softball 101 for Parents

For 8U-12U families: rec vs travel, gear, costs, choosing the right team, and how parents can support without over-coaching.

10:25 AM

Panel 2: Building the Complete Athlete

For 10U-14U players: speed, strength, arm care, nutrition, hydration, recovery, confidence, and avoiding burnout.

11:05 AM

Panel 3: Position Lab

For 8U-16U players: pitching, catching, hitting, defense, base running, and what drills matter most at each stage.

11:45 AM

Lunch & Networking

Connect with coaches, programs, sponsors, trainers, facilities, and fellow softball families.

12:45 PM

Panel 4: The Travel Ball Roadmap

For 12U-16U families: travel teams, showcases, tournaments, program red flags, cost, commitment, and parent expectations.

1:30 PM

Panel 5: Recruiting Reality Check

For 14U-18U players: D1, D2, D3, JUCO, NAIA, highlight videos, emailing coaches, academics, camps, and scholarship realities.

2:15 PM

Panel 6: From Long Island to the Next Level

For all ages: current and former elite players, LI success stories, coaches, and influencers sharing the journey, pressure, mistakes, leadership, and life after softball.

3:05 PM

Featured Conversation Presented by a Sponsor

A headline Q&A with a major softball voice, college coach, elite player, or Long Island success story, presented by an event sponsor.

4:00 PM

LISCA Awards Show

Celebrate Long Island softball excellence, leadership, sportsmanship, and community impact as award winners are recognized live.

4:00 PM

Awards Doors Open

Awards opening, photos, and VIP reception

4:00–7:00 PM

LISCA Awards Show

8 award categories announced LIVE — voting results revealed

7:00 PM

Closing Celebration

Awards show concludes

LISCA Awards

Honoring the best of Long Island softball

LISCA Player
of the Year

Comeback
Player

Clutch
Performer

Heart
& Hustle

Rising
Star

Scholar
Athlete

Fan
Favorite

Coach
of the Year

LISCA / Island Fast Pitch Official Disclaimer

LISCA and Island Fast Pitch were not involved in the nomination, selection, or determination of any players recognized in the eight (8) award categories listed below.

All nominations and initial selections were made independently, without input, influence, or involvement from LISCA or Island Fast Pitch.

Voting Process: Final award recipients will be determined through a combination of public voting and committee member voting. Both components contribute to the final results.

Nominations & Selections: Inclusion in any award category is based on the independent nomination and selection process. Not all eligible or deserving athletes may be nominated or recognized. The absence of a player’s name should not be interpreted as a reflection of their talent, accomplishments, character, or contributions to the sport.

LISCA and Island Fast Pitch are not responsible for individual nominations, omissions, or selection decisions and are under no obligation to provide individual explanations regarding why a particular player was or was not nominated.

Final Results: All voting results and award determinations are final, subject only to correction of verified administrative or tabulation errors. Individual requests for reconsideration, additional nominations, or changes to award recipients will not be entertained.

LISCA on YouTube

Watch the game.
Know the story.

Player features, training insight, conference conversations, Diamond Awards moments, and the stories shaping Long Island softball.

Visit the YouTube channel ↗

Softball Resource Center

Practical guidance for Long Island players, families, coaches, and teams.

Get in Touch

Questions about voting, sponsorships, or tickets? We'd love to hear from you.

info@lisoftballconference.com

Long IslandSoftball Conference
& Awards