2026 Latin American World Series - INDIVIDUAL PLAYER REGISTRATION

INDIVIDUAL PLAYER REGISTRATION

2026 NCS Latin America World Series – Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

📅 Event Dates: June 21–28, 2026

PLAYER EXPERIENCE & MEXICO EVENT OVERVIEW

The NCS Latin America World Series in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico, brings together elite players from across Latin America, the Caribbean, and North America for an unforgettable week of baseball, competition, and culture.

This international event showcases top-level youth baseball talent from Mexico, Puerto Rico, the United States, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Colombia, and other countries, creating a truly global stage for development and exposure.

Players will represent NCS International as part of official tournament teams, competing in a professionally organized environment that blends athletic excellence with cultural discovery.

The city of Mérida, known for its hospitality, safety, and world-class facilities, provides the perfect backdrop for this event — combining competitive baseball with the rich heritage of the Yucatán Peninsula, including local traditions, cuisine, and community engagement.

EVENT ITINERARY

INDIVIDUAL PLAYER REGISTRATION

2026 NCS Latin America World Series – Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

📅 Event Dates: June 21–28, 2026

PLAYER EXPERIENCE & MEXICO EVENT OVERVIEW

The NCS Latin America World Series in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico, brings together elite players from across Latin America, the Caribbean, and North America for an unforgettable week of baseball, competition, and culture.

This international event showcases top-level youth baseball talent from Mexico, Puerto Rico, the United States, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Colombia, and other countries, creating a truly global stage for development and exposure.

Players will represent NCS International as part of official tournament teams, competing in a professionally organized environment that blends athletic excellence with cultural discovery.

The city of Mérida, known for its hospitality, safety, and world-class facilities, provides the perfect backdrop for this event — combining competitive baseball with the rich heritage of the Yucatán Peninsula, including local traditions, cuisine, and community engagement.

2026 LATIN AMERICAN WORLD SERIES

Mérida, Yucatán, México

June 21–28, 2026

Coaches, parents, players, and teams:

Please review the official team itinerary and Skills Competition information for the 2026 Latin American World Series.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 21

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Location:

Liga Infantil y Juvenil de Béisbol Yucatán

97306 Mérida, Yucatán

2:00 PM – Coaches Check-In

3:00 PM – Coaches Meeting

5:00 PM – Individual Player Uniform Distribution

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MONDAY, JUNE 22

SKILLS COMPETITION & HOME RUN DERBY

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Location:

Liga Infantil y Juvenil de Béisbol Yucatán

97306 Mérida, Yucatán

7:00 AM–9:00 AM

Skills Competition

9:30 AM–11:30 AM

Home Run Derby

Each team may select up to three players to participate in the Home Run Derby.

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OPENING CEREMONY ACTIVITIES

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Location:

Kukulcán Álamo Park

Kukulcán, 97174 Mérida, Yucatán

4:15 PM – Team Meet-Up

4:30 PM – Pin Trading and Press Conference

5:30 PM – Team Line-Up

6:00 PM – Team Parade

7:00 PM–7:30 PM – Opening Ceremony

7:30 PM–8:00 PM – Live Music Behind the Grandstands

8:00 PM – Opening Game

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TUESDAY, JUNE 23–FRIDAY, JUNE 26

POOL PLAY GAMES

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Teams will compete in pool play games to determine seeding for the Championship Bracket.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 27

CHAMPIONSHIP BRACKET GAMES

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Qualifying teams will advance to the single-elimination Championship Bracket.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 28

CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES & AWARDS CEREMONIES

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Championship games will be played in each division.

Championship and Finalist Awards will be presented immediately following the conclusion of each Championship Game.

IMPORTANT: Times and activities are subject to change. Please continue checking:

www.PlayNCSIntl.com

The website will have the most updated game schedules and event information. Additional updates will be provided as the event approaches.

We look forward to welcoming all teams, players, coaches, and families to Mérida for an unforgettable week of baseball.

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SKILLS COMPETITION INFORMATION

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Coaches, players, and parents:

Please carefully review the field assignments, starting times, participation limits, arrival requirements, and official competition rules.

Coaches are responsible for making sure their participants:

Report to the correct field

Arrive on time

Understand all competition rules

IMPORTANT ARRIVAL REQUIREMENT

All teams and individual participants must report to their assigned field at least 15 minutes before their scheduled starting time.

Late teams or participants will not be accepted or allowed to participate once their competition has started.

Please allow enough time for parking, check-in, warm-ups, and preparation.

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SKILLS COMPETITION TIME

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7:00 AM–9:00 AM

FIELD ASSIGNMENTS

6U and 8U: Field 3

9U and 10U: Field 11

11U and 12U: Field 5

13U and 14U: Field 2

16U and 18U: Field 1

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INFIELD AROUND THE HORN

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Participation Limit: Up to six players per team

Number of Attempts: Two attempts per team

Competition Sequence:

1. The pitcher begins on the pitching mound and throws the ball to the catcher.

2. The timer begins when the pitcher releases the ball.

3. The catcher must step on home plate and throw to second base.

4. The second baseman must step on second base and throw to first base.

5. The first baseman must step on first base and throw to third base.

6. The third baseman must step on third base and throw to the shortstop.

7. The shortstop must step on second base and throw to the catcher.

8. The timer stops when the catcher receives the ball and steps on home plate.

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TEAM BASE RUNNING RELAY

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Participation Limit: Four players per team

Number of Attempts: Two attempts per team

Player Placement:

• Two players will begin at home plate.

• Two players will begin at second base.

• No leadoffs are allowed.

Relay Sequence:

1. Runner 1 begins at home plate and runs to second base.

2. Runner 2, waiting behind second base, may take off only after Runner 1 touches second base and crosses in front of Runner 2.

3. Runner 2 runs from second base to home plate and passes in front of Runner 3.

4. Runner 3 then takes off, and the relay continues in the same manner.

5. The timer stops when Runner 4 touches home plate.

Additional Rules:

• All runners must begin behind the base or inside the right-handed batter’s box.

• Leaving early will result in a five-second penalty.

• All relay races will take place on a regulation baseball field.

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FASTEST MAN COMPETITION

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Participation Limit: Two players per team

Number of Attempts: One attempt per participant

• Each contestant will begin at home plate with their lead foot touching the plate.

• The race begins on the official’s signal.

• Each contestant must run one complete lap around the bases.

• The runner must finish by returning to and touching home plate.

• The timer stops when the runner touches home plate.

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HOME RUN DERBY

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FIELD ASSIGNMENTS & STARTING TIMES

6U: 9:30 AM – Field 3

8U: 10:30 AM – Field 3

9U: 9:30 AM – Field 11

10U: 10:30 AM – Field 11

11U: 9:30 AM – Field 5

12U: 10:30 AM – Field 5

13U: 9:30 AM – Field 2

14U: 10:30 AM – Field 2

16U: 9:30 AM – Field 1

18U: 10:30 AM – Field 1

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PLAYER SELECTION

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Each team may select up to three players to participate in the Home Run Derby.

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TIME LIMIT & COMPETITION FORMAT

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• Each participant will have one minute to hit as many home runs as possible.

• Each participant will receive two practice pitches before the official one-minute round begins.

• Once the timed round begins, no additional warm-up or practice pitches will be allowed.

• Only fair balls hit over the outfield fence or designated home run line will count as home runs.

• Any pitch that does not result in a home run, including a pitch that is not swung at, will be recorded as an out.

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EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

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Each team is responsible for providing its own:

Pitcher

Baseballs

Shaggers or ball retrievers

Teams should bring enough baseballs to complete the entire one-minute round without unnecessary delays.

Please share this information with all participating players, coaches, parents, and families.

Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to an exciting Skills Competition, Home Run Derby, and an unforgettable 2026 Latin American World Series..

PACKAGE INCLUDES

• Roster spot on a team competing in the 2026 NCS Latin America World Series

• 5–7 games guaranteed (weather permitting)

• Uniform package:

  • Hat

  • Helmet

  • Game Jerseys

  • Practice Shirt

  • Shorts

    
    

• Weeklong World Series gate passes for all attending family members

ROSTER BY DIVISION

• 6U–14U: Maximum 12 players per team – all players guaranteed playing time

• 16U–18U: Maximum 14 players per team – all players guaranteed playing time

COST

• Total Cost per Player: $1,795 USD

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Not Included: airfare, hotel, meals, and local transportation

• Each player must be accompanied by at least one parent or legal guardian

PACKAGE INCLUDES

• Roster spot on a team competing in the 2026 NCS Latin America World Series

• 5–7 games guaranteed (weather permitting)

• Uniform package:

  • Hat

  • Helmet

  • Game Jerseys

  • Practice Shirt

  • Shorts

    
    

• Weeklong World Series gate passes for all attending family members

ROSTER BY DIVISION

• 6U–14U: Maximum 12 players per team – all players guaranteed playing time

• 16U–18U: Maximum 14 players per team – all players guaranteed playing time

COST

• Total Cost per Player: $1,795 USD

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Not Included: airfare, hotel, meals, and local transportation

• Each player must be accompanied by at least one parent or legal guardian