The Climb to Sunday: Bracket Battles at Altitude – Pathway Colorado
Saturday, July 19 | Colorado Springs, CO
After three full days of pool play across elite Colorado Springs venues, bracket play took over the spotlight Saturday. From walk-offs to statement wins, teams across the Upperclass and Underclass divisions laid it on the line — and four remain in each division with a shot at the title.
Upperclass Division – Championship Bracket
Four teams head into Sunday's final day at the United States Air Force Academy, each with different paths, styles, and reasons to believe they can win it all.
#2 Colorado Saints (4–0)
Steady, composed, and playoff-ready. The Saints earned a tight 3–2 win over Diamond Springs Elite in the quarterfinals — exactly the type of game they thrive in. They've scored 45 and allowed only 13. This is a group built for pressure.
#3 Elite Baseball Vais (4–0)
Vais continues to impress with their complete, disciplined play. They advanced with a 4–1 win over the Banana Slugs and have allowed only 10 runs all tournament. They play mistake-free baseball and let the game come to them.
#5 Colorado Ball Players Academy (3–1)
CBPA's bats made the loudest noise on Saturday with an 18-run explosion over BDA Baseball. With 49 total runs scored, they're the most dangerous offense left in the field. Their energy and confidence are hard to ignore.
#8 North Seattle Rainiers (3–1)
North Seattle earned their spot with a strong 9–6 win over top-seeded ABA 2026 – White. They've scored 32 runs through four games and continue to play sharp, connected baseball. This group competes with consistency and confidence.
Semifinals – Sunday, July 20 at the Air Force Academy:
• 8:00 AM – Colorado Saints vs. Elite Baseball Vais
• 10:30 AM – North Seattle Rainiers vs. Colorado Ball Players Academy
• Championship Game: 1:00 PM
Upperclass Consolation Brackets – Final Day Matchups
9th Place Bracket – Doherty High School
• 8:00 AM – EVO Powered by Nike vs. Boulder Valley
• 10:30 AM – Gojo Baseball Club 18U vs. Renton Rebels
• Final Game: 1:00 PM
17th Place Bracket – Vista Ridge High School
• 8:00 AM – ABA 2026 Gold vs. Peak Baseball Club Orange
• 10:30 AM – GamePrep Baseball Academy 2026 vs. Rawlings Tigers Black SC
• Final Game: 1:00 PM
25th Place Bracket – Rampart High School
Final Score: Warehouse Warriors 11, Colorado Ball Players Academy 17/18U 9
The Warehouse Warriors closed out their weekend with a strong win in the 25th Place Final. Both teams brought energy and offense in a high-scoring game that capped off a great run.
Underclass Division – Championship Bracket
At UCCS Mountain Lion Park, four squads are still standing, each proving their toughness and consistency across four games.
#1 ABA 2028 Navy (4–0)
ABA Navy continues to overwhelm opponents with talent, depth, and focus. They've put up 59 runs and allowed just 7 across four games — including an 11–3 win over Colorado Ball Players Academy and a 7–1 win over ABA White. Confident and complete.
#2 Canes GP KC-Elder Black 16U (4–0)
The Canes haven't flinched all week. They've allowed just 6 runs while scoring 46, including wins over 719 Baseball Gerlach and 303 Burn Baseball. They play clean, steady baseball with an elite-level approach.
#3 ABA 2028 Gold (4–0)
Gold is quietly dominating behind a disciplined, structured style. Their 6–1 win over DC A's Scout pushed them into the semifinals with just 6 runs allowed all tournament. They don't give anything away — and they capitalize on mistakes.
#5 719 Reichers (3–1)
After a 7–4 win over the Southwest Snipers, Reichers heads into Sunday playing with confidence and edge. They've scored 46 and allowed just 9 — showing they can win in multiple ways and compete with anyone left.
Semifinals – Sunday, July 20 at UCCS Mountain Lion Park:
• 8:00 AM – Canes GP KC-Elder Black vs. ABA 2028 Gold
• 10:30 AM – ABA 2028 Navy vs. 719 Reichers
• Championship Game: 1:00 PM
Underclass Consolation Bracket – 11th Place
Four teams remain in the 11th Place Bracket, with all final games taking place Sunday at Spurgeon Field:
• ABA 2027 – White advanced with wins over 505 Bombers 15U and 719 Baseball Eatman 15U
• 505 Bombers 16U earned a 6–5 win over Colorado Mad Stix
• Pueblo Azteca 2028 picked up a win over Catamounts Underclass
• 719 Baseball Eatman 15U opened with a 4–2 victory over Long Island Strong
Sunday Schedule – Spurgeon Field:
• 8:00 AM – 505 Bombers 16U vs. Pueblo Azteca 2028
• 10:30 AM – ABA 2027 – White vs. 719 Baseball Eatman 15U
• Final Game: 1:00 PM
One Last Climb
From championship hopefuls to teams closing it out the right way, every program still playing has earned their spot. The altitude is real — but the focus, grit, and competitive spirit on display this week have been what set Pathway Colorado apart.
