Southwest World Series 

📍 Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico 
🗓 Dates: June 11-16th, 2026

Las Cruces, New Mexico – Baseball in the Desert Southwest 🌵⚾

Welcome to Las Cruces, New Mexico – where desert beauty meets championship baseball! With breathtaking mountain views, top-notch facilities, and a community passionate about the game, Las Cruces has become one of the premier youth baseball destinations in the Southwest.

This summer, the NCS Southwest World Series will bring teams from across the United States and Mexico for five incredible days of elite baseball, pin trading, skills contests, and unforgettable memories. Add in the city’s welcoming atmosphere, vibrant local culture, and family-friendly attractions — and you’ve got the perfect setting for a true World Series experience both on and off the field.

Here, baseball isn’t just a sport — it’s a tradition. ⚾🔥

Divisions & Pricing

5U–18U: All divisions are Pay at the Plate

Early Bird Rate: $395.00 (teams must register and pay by the posted deadline)

Regular Rate: $495.00 (effective January 1, 2026)

👉 Visit the Divisions tab online for full entry fee details.

💳 Payment Options

• Pay entry fee directly through the NCS website

• Venmo: @ncstournaments

• Cash App: $ncstournaments
  (Include age division, team name & “Southwest World Series” in the notes)

⚠️ Teams must still register online through NCS even if paying via Venmo or Cash App.

✨ Opening Day Ceremonies

• Pin Trading

• Official World Series Merchandise

• Skills Contests with Prizes

Tournament Format

• 5 Game Guarantee

• 3 Pool Play Games → 2GG Double Elimination Playoff

• Most teams play more than 5 games

• Earn 4X NCS Rankings Points

🏆 Awards

• World Series Awards Package for Champions & Finalists

• Team Banners for Champions & Finalists

⚾ Baseballs Provided

• Up to 3 new baseballs per game provided

• Teams must provide backups once issued baseballs are used, lost, or not returned

✈️ Travel Reminder

• Arrive the day before Opening Day

• Depart the day after Championships

• No game-time requests can be accommodated