July 16, 2025
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Colorado Springs, Colo. - Day one started under clear skies in Colorado, where Pikes Peak stretches above the fields and baseball filled every diamond. But by the afternoon, the tone shifted. A round of heavy rain swept through and delayed play for a few hours. Still, every game on the schedule was completed. It ended up being a strong opening day with high-level competition and plenty of teams setting the tone for what's ahead.
Upperclass Division
Offense led the way. Colorado Saints opened with a 17-run performance, the highest total of the day. Regis Jesuit Black scored 14, SW Snipers Chastain dropped 13, and GamePrep Baseball Academy 2026 put up 12 in a dominant showing. These teams came out swinging and didn't let up.
EVO Powered by Nike, Renton Rebels, and BDA Baseball each put up 8 runs in solid all-around wins. Timnath Cubs, 719 S&K, and EPCB Diamondbacks handled business behind balanced lineups and consistent pitching.
Not every game was a blowout. Elite Baseball Vais pitched their way to a 1-0 shutout, and BDA Baseball held on for a 2-1 win. Both teams played clean and capitalized when it counted.
A few teams will need to respond quickly. Gojo Baseball Club 17U and Gojo 18U both gave up 12 runs. Rawlings Tigers Black, Colorado Ball Players Academy 17/18U, and Albuquerque Baseball 2026 Gold also struggled to contain damage, giving up double digits in their openers. The opportunity to bounce back is there. One solid game can flip momentum and put teams right back in the mix.
Two pool games remain for most squads, and the field is still wide open. Bracket spots will start to take shape soon. Execution and toughness will separate the contenders moving forward.
Underclass Division
The underclass division had its share of offensive firepower too. Albuquerque Baseball 2028 Navy, DC A's Scout 16U, and Albuquerque Baseball 2028 Gold each scored double-digit wins and set the pace early.
Canes KC-Elder Black-16U, 505 Bombers 15U and 16U, and Albuquerque Baseball 2027 White came out sharp and played with poise. Each picked up wins by keeping pressure on and limiting mistakes.
719 Reichers and Long Island Strong Baseball turned in strong openers. Both did enough to stay in control and finish the job.
Several teams took early losses but showed signs they'll compete moving forward. Colorado Mad Stix, Pueblo Azteca 2028, 719 Baseball Gerlach, and Albuquerque Baseball 2028 White all gave up 10 or more runs but showed life at the plate. With some adjustments defensively, they can be back in the mix by the end of day two.
This side of the event feels balanced. No one team ran away with it, and plenty of 1-0 records are sitting next to one another in the standings. Thursday will bring clarity and tighter games as teams settle in.
Final Word
Teams that played downhill early came out on top. Those that didn't will need to respond. Brackets are forming quickly and there's little room for slow starts.
Despite the weather delay, every game was played. Day one delivered what this event is built on — strong programs, deep rosters, and players competing for more than just a win. Day two is up next, and it's already shaping up to be a big one.