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THE SERIES IN SURREY
July 18 - 19, 2026
Vancouver/Surrey, British Columbia 



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PRIDE SOFTBALL CANADA - Click HERE for more info on the alliance between Canada's Pride leagues.


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SERIES REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Register as a PLAYER or as a TEAM.  Closes when we have reached capacity or no later than June 1.
All 2026 WESA teams are automatically registered.

We are over 2/3 FULL.  >> REGISTER HERE

Registration Process for 2026

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS to know before using the Registration Page

  1. Go to "Select a Group" on the Registration landing page and choose either   "Single Player" or "Team".
  2. Teams who played in WESA's Pacific Cup last year should log in with the email and password you used last year.
  3. If not you will need to create an account.
  4. When asked "who do you want to register" / "if you are registering yourself or a family member", always choose "myself".
  5. DO NOT USE "add a family member" or tap the "a family member button" or your registration may be cancelled
  6. WESA accepts credit card payment and Interac e-transfer (offline payment) for registration fees.
  7. Select "no" to the banner offer regarding purchasing a subscription to TeamLinkt.
    8. Be sure to read the Member Agreement and check the "I Agree" box.
    9. Complete your registration!


Contact us to find your best division
Tournament Director: Patrick King vicecommissioner@wesa.net


 The Pride Softball Canada Cup (PSCC) is a national all-gender inclusive slo-pitch tournament built on community, competitive balance, and belonging.

Hosted by WESA and our partners in Vancouver/Surrey BC, the PSCC brings together players and teams from across Canada and the United States for a tournament experience that reflects how inclusive leagues play — team-based with a single-player option, competitive, and welcoming to all.

  • 300 host players
  • 20 host teams
  • 3 divisions
  • 100% of our league participating


Register as a Team or as a Player. Every game matters. Everyone belongs.


What Makes the PSCC Different?

The PSCC is built on a unique foundation:

  • 100% of our host league participates
  • Full divisions across a wide-range of skill levels
  • NO ratings protests
  • A structure designed for competitive, meaningful games
  • A tournament experience grounded in inclusion and community
  • Slo-pitch National (SPN) rules as a foundation for gameplay
  • Strike Mat for more consistent calls at home

This is not an exhibition event.  It’s a fully active tournament environment from first pitch to final game.

Using 2025 iPride Ratings
2025 iPride Ratings are used to qualify players for division play in the 2026 PSCC.  There are NO ratings protests. However, the tournament committee may move teams to ensure a positive tournament experience for all.

Full tournament rules will be released soon. There will be minimum playtime expectations for every team member.

Divisions at the PSCC



The PSCC uses a WESA-led division model with iPride alignment to help teams understand where they fit.

Our divisions balance:

  • Player ratings
  • Team composition
  • Real team play dynamics
  • Goal of 10 teams per division 

The goal: competitive games for every team


>>> COMMUNITY (E) Developing & Entry-Level Play

  • Rating Limit: 6 (+ Flex available)
  • Focus on participation, learning, and growth
  • Supportive, inclusive environment

Best Fit: New players • Recreational teams • Mixed-experience rosters
Comparable to: iPride E



>>> INTERMEDIATE (D) Balanced Team Play

  • Rating Limit: 7 (+ Flex available)
  • Developing to experienced players
  • Emphasis on fair competition and positional play

Best Fit:  Established recreational teams • Developing competitive teams
Comparable to: iPride lower–mid D


>>> COMPETITIVE (Upper D). Core Players Rated 8–10

With flex for up to 4 C-rated players (max rating 13)

Best Fit:

  • Established D teams
  • Teams that play together
  • Teams seeking higher competition with C-player inclusion

Comparable to: iPride strong D / D+


Balancing Competition

To ensure fair and competitive play across all divisions:

  • Team Cap = Top 10 players only
  • Community Team Cap: 51
  • Intermediate Team Cap: 72
  • Competitive Team Cap: 107
  • Flex applies to player ratings, not the cap
  • Only points above the rating limit count


Flexibility & Inclusion

Flex points support inclusive participation across all teams.

Flex may be applied for:

  • Age
  • Disability
  • Injury or recovery
  • Team composition needs

How it works:

  • Applied to individual player ratings
  • Does not increase team caps

Examples:

  • Community: 1 flex point (one player per team may have an iPride rating of 7)
  • Intermediate: 3 flex points (3 players with an iPride rating of 8, or one 8 and two 9s, or one 10)
  • Competitive: Up to 4 C-rated players (max rating 13)

Event Details
Dates: July 17–19, 2026
Location: Vancouver / Surrey, British Columbia
Venue: Softball City

Tournament Experience: The Series in Surrey
Beautiful Surrey, BC is part of Greater Vancouver and sits on the border across from Blaine, Washington.  

The PSCC is more than a tournament — it’s part of a full Pride celebration.

  • Opening and Welcome Events
  • Sponsor and Community Nights
  • Championship Games & Awards
  • Connection to Surrey Pride 

Bring Your Team to Vancouver

Join teams from across Canada and the U.S. for a tournament built on:

  • Inclusion
  • Competitive balance
  • Community

Find Your Best Fit
Not sure where your team belongs?

We’re here to help ensure every team is placed where they can:

  • Compete
  • Enjoy the experience
  • Be part of the PSCC community


FAQS

How do I choose the right division?

Start with your core player ratings and team experience:

  • New or mixed teams → Community (E)
  • Developing teams → Intermediate (D)
  • Established teams (8–10 core) → Competitive (Upper D)

If unsure, we’ll help you find the right fit.


What does “flex” mean?

Flex allows teams to include players who are slightly above the division rating limit.

It exists to support:

  • Inclusion
  • Accessibility
  • Real team composition


How does flex work in each division?

  • Community: 1 flex point (e.g., one player at 7)
  • Intermediate: 3 flex points shared across players (e.g., one player at 10 or three players at 8 etc.)
  • Competitive: Up to 4 C-rated players (max rating 13)


Does flex increase our team cap?

No.

  • Team caps are fixed (Top 10 players)
  • Flex only applies to player ratings


What does “Team Cap” mean?

Your top 10 players’ ratings are totaled:

  • Community: 51
  • Intermediate: 72
  • Competitive: 107

Only points above the rating limit count toward the cap.

What if our team plays together regularly?

Teams that regularly play together and have strong chemistry should consider:

Competitive (Upper D)

Can teams be moved between divisions?

Yes.

The tournament committee may adjust placement to ensure:

  • Competitive balance
  • Meaningful games
  • Positive experience for all teams


Is Competitive a C division?

No.

It is a strong D division with limited C-player inclusion.


From which year are player ratings used?

2025

For players who are from member leagues of International Pride Softball (iPride), the process of determining your iPride ratings is simple.  We simply confirm the rating submitted matches that on record for 2025.  If a player is new to the league, then the 2026 rating is used.

For teams with players from outside iPride, your team manager is responsible for submitting fair and accurate ratings by the deadline.  We can help you with this.  WESA has experienced volunteers who can talk you through the ratings questions.

Have more questions?  We are happy to help.  Please direct your questions to Tournament Director, Patrick King vicecommissioner@gmail.com


EVENT SCHEDULE

THE SERIES Tournament Play

Pride Softball Canada SERIES
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2026
Softball City, Surrey
and Strathcona Park, Vancouver

Questions about the tournament?  Please email Patrick King  vicecommissioner@wesa.net

THE EVENTS:

Fundraiser

Pride Softball Canada BBQ
Sunday, May 24, 2026
3-7pm
Junction Public House
1138 Davie Street, Vancouver

Registration & Main Stage

Pride Softball Canada WELCOME PARTY
Friday, July 17, 2026
Junction Public House
1138 Davie Street, Vancouver

Sponsor Night

Pride Softball Canada SATURDAY SPONSOR NIGHT
Saturday, July 18, 2026
PumpJack Pub
1167 Davie Street, Vancouver

Awards & Closing Party

Pride Canada Series AWARDS
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Numbers Cabaret
1042 Davie Street, Vancouver


Other Dates:
Vancouver Pride Week: July 25 - August 2, 2026
Surrey Pride Week:  June 15 - 20, 2026
White Rock Pride Week: July 17 - 24, 2026


the SERIES

Location #1
Softball City
2201 - 148th Street, Surrey, BC
Link to Google Map HERE.



Location #2 (if needed)
Strathcona Park
857 Malkin Avenue, Vancouver
Link to Google Map HERE.




SPONSOR HOTELS 

We are building our sponsor hotel list of Vancouver and Surrey hotels.  


SANDMAN SUITES ON DAVIE:  

Right in the heart of the Davie Village steps away from our event venues of Junction Public House, Pumpjack Pub, and Numbers Cabaret.

By Phone: Reservations can be made by contacting our team at 1-800-SANDMAN (726-3626).  Kindly quote the following details to ensure our team can pull up the correct rates:

Hotel:  Sandman Suites Vancouver – Davie Street           
Block Name: Pride Softball Canada Cup-2026
Block Code:       2607PRIDES
Block ID:      631919

Booking Link:  https://reservations.sandmanhotels.com/113090?&groupID=5207395#/

Need Assistance?
Reservation Manager: Rohan Singh
Phone: 604 694 6241
Emailresco_davie@sandman.ca

 
WESA is one of the Pride Softball Canada leagues and a member city (Vancouver) of International Pride Softball.

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CONFIRMED TEAMS

Community (E) Division

  1. Vancouver Celebrities T1
  2. Vancouver Cottonmouth
  3. Vancouver Home Hardware
  4. Vancouver Morris Law T1
  5. Vancouver Numbers T1
  6. Vancouver Pumpjack
  7. Vancouver Vogue Painting
    8.
    9.
    10.


Intermediate (D) Division

  1. Vancouver Celebrites T2
  2. Vancouver Fountainhead T2
  3. Vancouver Morris Law T2
  4. Vancouver Numbers T2
  5. Vancouver Smith & Coxford
  6. Vancouver Stonehouse
  7. Vancouver Travel Group
  8. Vancouver Winright Connors
    9.
    10.


Competitive (upper D) Division

  1. Vancouver 2 Guys With Knives
  2. Vancouver Foutainhead T2
  3. Vancouver Junction
  4. Vancouer Kris Mangion C21
  5. Vancouver MyWestEnd.ca
    6. 
    7. 
    8. 
    9. 
    10.






History: How we got here.

Since 1978, Canada has had Gay Softball tournaments in Vancouver and/or Toronto.  Toronto's Gay Canada Cup started in 1978 and Vancouver's Pacific Cup has run continuously since 1979.   IPS members from Vancouver, Hamilton, and Toronto have been looking to find more opportunities for their members to travel and compete with other Pride communites in Canada.  In 2026 WESA is merging the Vancouver Pacific Cup and our league WESA Cup into the new Canada Cup Series.

All WESA Vancouver league teams are automatically entered into the PSCC as our season ending tournament while we welcome our fellow pride softball guests from all over.



Image: Canada Cup '86 T-Shirt source



VOLUNTEERS
The PSCC needs volunteers.  Please email Pat at vicecommissioner (at) wesa.net


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