Event Preview: 2023 Eastern Elite Fall

Interested in competing in one of the premiere fall events on the schedule?

The Eastern Elite Fall event returns for the 15th consecutive season in 2023 as the event will be held in Chattanooga, Tenn., on Oct. 13-15 and operated by Connect Sports.

The Eastern Elite Fall event has earned a reputation as one the top tournaments due to its location, format and the number of high quality teams it attracts.

Here are the basics for the event…

• Event Title: 2023 Eastern Elite Fall
• Event Location: Chattanooga, Tenn.
• Age Divisions: 14U, 16U, 18U
• Dates: Oct. 13-15, 2023
• Event Website: 2023 Eastern Elite Fall

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Extra Inning Softball caught up with event director Madison Crownover to learn more about Eastern Elite Fall…

How long has Eastern Elite Fall been played?
This event is in it’s 15th year. This tournament was founded by former ASA Junior Olympic Commissioner Kim Swafford and Jeremy Higdon in 2009.

What is the cost for the weekend?
The cost is $675 for each team in the 14U, 16U and 18U divisions.

What makes Eastern Elite special?
We feature a great competitive format contested in one of the top facilities in the country. It’s also a tremendous opportunity for teams in the Southeast to compete in the fall.

Which teams have committed to the event?
We are proud of the caliber of teams we attract each year to the Eastern Elite and this year will be no different as some of the top clubs have already secured their spot in the field. See the complete list of teams HERE.

What makes Chattanooga an ideal host?
Being one of the top outdoor tourist destination cities in the country, Chattanooga has so much to offer from the mountains that have trails for hiking, biking, really anything you can think of – to the river where you can access anything on the water very easily! We have amazing restaurants and breweries across downtown and North Shore. Most tourists enjoy the Chattanooga Zoo, Tennessee Aquarium, Rock City, and Ruby Falls. Chattanooga has so much to offer, including tons of local restaurants. Some fan favorites are Champy’s World Famous Fried Chicken, Parkway Pourhouse, 1885 Grill and Community Pie. More information about Chattanooga can be found HERE.

What additional things make this a must-attend event?
The 2023 Eastern Elite Fall is an Alliance approved event, in which Alliance League teams earn points for their games.

For more information, email Connect Sports at [email protected]

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