State Teams Only
Competition is limited to official state teams, bringing together top players to represent their region at the highest level.
LIBERTY CUP
POWERED BY MARUCCI
Build Your Team. Bring Your Best. Liberty Cup Powered by Marucci!
The national State vs State fastpitch championship — elite athletes competing on rosters built entirely from their home state.
Program Components and Competition Structure
Marucci Swag For All Athletes
Athletes will receive Marucci batting gloves, a bat bag and Lizard skins for participating in the event
5GG Tournament Format
Every team is guaranteed five games, maximizing development, exposure, and competitive experience throughout the event.
What is Liberty Cup?
Liberty Cup brings together the best-of-the-best from each state to compete for a national title. Teams play four pool games into a single-elimination bracket while also participating in skills & drills and classroom sessions designed to prepare athletes for the next level.
What’s Included
Entry Fee
$395 / Player
Liberty Cup Powered by 
- Guaranteed Four Pool Games + Bracket Play
- Official Event Operations & Certified Officials
- National Championship Awards & Recognition
- Event Branded Player Merchandise Package
- Athlete Evaluation & Exposure Opportunity
Awards Winners Prize
15X Custom Marucci Gloves
15X Custom Marucci Gloves
A customizable, premium-quality fielding glove you build yourself with a wide range of leather and color options for a tailored fit and feel.
15X Marucci Asura Bats
15X Marucci Asura Bats
A high-performance two-piece composite fastpitch bat built for explosive pop, smooth feel, and controlled power.
Learn How States Win the Liberty Cup
This event will be comprised of 5 total divisions. The points breakdown will be determined by overall finish in bracket play. The state that accumulates the most cumulative points between all 5 age groups will be determined the overall champion of the event and will have their State name placed upon the Cup for that year. The LIberty Cup will remain housed at USSSA’s home Complex – The Space Coast Complex – from year-to-year.
1st Place – 300 Points
2nd Place – 225 Points
3rd Place – 200 Points
4th Place – 175 Points
5-6th Place – 155 Points
7-8th Place – 130 Points
9-12th Place – 110 Points
13th-16th Place – 70 Points
17th-24th Place – 40 Points
25-32nd Place – 20 Points
33rd-50th Place – 10 Points
Sponsored By
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to compete in the Liberty Cup?
Nominated players from each state are eligible to be selected to represent their home state on the highest stage. Players must be age eligible for the age group they are to represent for the 2027 playing season.
What is the tournament format?
The format for the Liberty Cup will be 4 pool play games into a single elimination bracket. All games both pool and bracket will be 90 minute time limits.
How many games is each team guaranteed?
Each team is guaranteed 5 games
What will each player receive for participating?
Each player will receive 2 custom state jerseys, a custom medal and tumbler. Marucci will also be providing each athlete a bat bag, batting gloves and lizard skins
Do players have to be from the same State?
Yes, all players MUST be from the state where they live. A Nebraska team must have ALL Nebraska kids.
Will teams have time to practice at the facility before games begin?
Yes, all teams will get the opportunity to practice at the Space Coast Complex on Friday afternoon/evening