If sports are what you live for then look no further. Columbia County, Florida has the world class facilities ready to accommodate most sporting and recreation events. From one day outings, to multi-day tournaments—the Southside Sports Complex is ready for whatever event you want to throw at it.

The Columbia County Sports Commission looks forward to making your event a success. From the award-winning 146-acre Southside Sports Complex to our elite trails and waterways, there’s something for every sporting event. Whether your event has 300 participants or 3,000 we can work with you every step of the way to create a memorable experience.

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Join the Florida Georgia Allstate Fastpitch Tournament in Lake City, FL, on July 25, 2026. Hosted by USSSA at Southside Sports Complex, this one-day event features fastpitch softball divisions for ages 8U through 18U, offering a competitive All American Games (AAG) format. Teams can compete in multiple age brackets, with guaranteed minimum games and a structured tournament experience. Registration is now open for managers and teams through the USSSA platform.

Florida Georgia Allstate Fastpitch Tournament

The United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) is a volunteer, sports governing body and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Viera, Florida. Originally USSSA stood for United States Slowpitch Softball Association. 

However, in 1998, USSSA rebranded the name to United States Specialty Sports Association, because it expanded into other sports, including youth girls fastpitch, boys baseball, youth basketball, martial arts and more. USSSA governs 13 sports across the US, Puerto Rico, various US Military bases and Canada, and has a membership of over 3.7 million. 

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Join the Suns Out Bats Out Fastpitch Tournament, a premier USSSA Qualifier hosted at Southside Sports Complex in Lake City, Florida. This single-day event features competitive divisions for 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U teams, all competing in a pool-to-single-elimination format with a minimum of four guaranteed games. Open to youth fastpitch teams, this tournament offers a high-energy showcase of talent and sportsmanship. Registration is managed through the USSSA platform, with team managers handling entries and insurance options.

Suns Out Bats Out

Off R Rocker is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the next generation of rodeo and preserving this iconic Western tradition. Founded to support and sustain the sport, the organization hosts events, showcases talent, and fosters community engagement around rodeo culture. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or new to the rodeo scene, Off R Rocker offers opportunities to connect with the sport's heritage and future. Follow their journey to keep the spirit of rodeo alive for generations to come.

Off R Rocker

Join the Cowgirl Up Fastpitch Tournament, a premier USSSA qualifier hosted at Southside Sports Complex in Lake City, FL, on September 19, 2026. Open to fastpitch teams in divisions 8U through 18U, this single-day event features a pool-to-singles elimination format with a guaranteed minimum of four games per team. Perfect for competitive teams seeking to advance in the USSSA circuit, this tournament offers a high-energy atmosphere and a chance to showcase skills on the diamond.

Cowgirl Up Fastpitch Tournament

Join North Florida Baseball for the Fall Brawl Tournament on September 26, 2026, at the Southside Sports Complex in Lake City, Florida. This competitive baseball tournament is open exclusively to AA-AAA teams, featuring divisions for 7u through 14u players. Highlights include MVP rings for standout performers, structured umpire payment tiers ($100–$175 per team), and a prepaid gate fee of $225 per team. Designed for youth baseball teams seeking a high-energy, well-organized event, the Fall Brawl promises real baseball fields and a day of exciting competition.

Fall Brawl Lake City

Join Perfect Game for the 2026 8U PG Rising Stars PG Swing Into Fall, a premier youth softball tournament designed for players born on or after September 1, 2017. Held at the Southside Recreation Complex in Lake City, Florida, this single-day event guarantees a minimum of three games per team, offering a high-quality on-field experience with top-tier facilities. Managed by PG National Operations, the tournament features advanced scouting coverage, pitching velocity tracking via Stalker Radar Guns, and DiamondKast & Streaming for select games. Perfect for young athletes looking to showcase their skills and boost their rankings in a competitive yet supportive environment.

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