Partnerships & Player Development
Dakota Selects is proud to partner with the Diamond Allegiance network, including:
Our 2026 youth schedule will feature tournaments at each partner location. Every event will begin with a Player Development Camp, giving athletes a chance to improve skills before competition. Teams will compete in 3-Game Guarantees (3GG) per tournament and earn points toward the Diamond Allegiance Championship, culminating at the TO Tournament in Minneapolis on September 25–27.
Dakota Selects Competitive Structure
Our goal is to field East and West teams at each age group. The season will conclude with:
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Dakota Selects World Series — East vs. West to crown a Dakota Selects champion
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All-Star Team Selection — top players from the season earn the opportunity to compete in a Spring Tournament in Arizona, Florida, or Las Vegas
Tentative 2026 Schedule by Age Group (11–14)
| Dates: | | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | | August 21 - 23 | | SEBA Invite - Sioux Falls | SEBA Invite - Sioux Falls | SEBA Invite - Sioux Falls | SEBA Invite - Sioux Falls | | August 28 -30 | | AFBL #1 - Minneapolis | AFBL #1 - Minneapolis | AFBL #1 - Minneapolis | AFBL #1 - Minneapolis | | September 11 - 13 | | Dakota Classic - Fargo | Dakota Classic - Fargo | Dakota Classic - Fargo | Dakota Classic - Fargo | | September 25 - 27 | | TO Fall League Champ - Minneapolis | TO Fall League Champ - Minneapolis | TO Fall League Champ - Minneapolis | TO Fall League Champ - Minneapolis | | October 2 - 4 | | DS World Series - East v West | DS World Series - East v West | DS World Series - East v West | DS World Series - East v West |
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** Most tournament games will be played on Saturday & Sunday.
Key Highlights
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Player Development Camps kick off each tournament to ensure every athlete grows and improves.
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Competitive Play — each tournament contributes points toward the Diamond Allegiance Championship.
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Season Finale — Dakota Selects World Series determines the East vs. West champion.
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All-Star Opportunities — top performers earn a chance to compete nationally in a spring tournament prior to your summer season.
Tryouts:
To receive information regarding tryout dates, times, and program news please fill out the following form: Player Interest Form - Click Here
Registration Fee's
Ages 11 - 12 -- Estimated Cost $ 700 - $800 (Includes: 4 - 5 Tournaments, 2 Jerseys, Hat, Player Development Year-Round Program, Team Equipment, Field Rental, and 3 player development camps)
Age 13 - 14 -- Estimated Cost $1600 - $1700 (Includes: 4 - 5 Tournaments, 2 Jerseys, Hat, Player Development Year-Round Program, Team Equipment, Field Rental, Coaches' Salaries and Travel Expenses, and 3 player development camps)
Additional Programing -- For any player that is interested in participating in Sanford Performance Training additional fee's will apply
Fundraising Opportunities to offset costs -- Fundraising Drive, Sponsor a Player Opportunities, Diamond Allegiance Scholarship Program (Must qualify)
