July 23-28, 2026 Oskaloosa, Iowa USA
Junior League Softball
Central Regional
The Junior League Softball Regional is an invitation only tournament contested by state champions from Little League’s Central Region. States comprising the Central Region are Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
About
Junior League Softball is a teenage division of Little League. Players are league age 12, 13, and 14.
The Junior League Softball Central Regional is heading to the John F. Lacey Complex in Oskaloosa, Iowa for the first time in 2026. Oskaloosa is a small city of about 12,000 people about 60 miles southeast of Des Moines. The leagues of Iowa District 4 and Mahaska County are proud to be your hosts.
The 2026 Junior League Softball Central Regional will be July 23-28, 2026. Team Arrival will take place on July 22nd with First round of games, Welcome Ceremony and team dinner on July 23rd.
Evergreen Park Little League from Evergreen Park, Illinois is the defending Junior League Softball Regional Champion.
The winner of the 2026 Junior League Central Regional advances to the Junior League Softball World Series August 2nd – 8th at Everest Park in Kirkland, Washington.
Sponsors
Thank you to all our sponsors!
Grand Slam Sponsors
Home Run Sponsors
Leighton State Bank
Flavey Lumber
Triple Sponsors
Oskaloosa Vision Center
Casey’s
Vermeer
Mahaska Drug
Double Sponsors
Twin Cedars Bank
Breadeaux
Bank Iowa
Single Sponsors
Allied Gas & Chemical
Walmart
Community 1st Credit Union
Fareway
Fred’s Muffler Shop
Teams
Events
Bracket
Junior League Softball Central Region Tournament
Oskaloosa, Iowa | July 23 - 28, 2026
July 23
July 24-25
July 27
July 28
July 24-25
July 26
July 26-27
Lodging And Hospitality
Tourism and Lodging
The Mahaska County Chamber & Development Group website https://www.mahaskachamber.org/ is a great resource for discovering things to do and places to eat while you’re in Oskaloosa for the Junior League Softball Central Regional Tournament. When you check in, you’ll receive a welcome basket that includes visitor guides, coupons, and helpful information about activities and attractions throughout Mahaska County.
Oskaloosa Lodging (Hotel & Campgrounds)
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites
2325 Coal Mine Loop, Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
641-676-7600
Everspring Inn & Suites
2401 A Avenue West, Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
641-673-8641
McNeil Stone Mansion Bed & Breakfast
1282 C Avenue East, Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
641-990-3521
Quality Inn Oskaloosa
306 S 17th Street, Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
641-569-8197
Eveland Access Cabins & Campground
306 S 17th Street, Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
641-673-9327
Southern Iowa Fairgrounds Camping
615 North I Street, Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
641-673-7004
ARI – A Better Stay (AirBnb Houses/Apt)
207 A Avenue East, Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
609-847-6955
History
| YEAR | LEAGUE | HOME TOWN | TOURNAMENT LOCATION | |
| 1999 | Brookfield, Illinois | |||
| 2000 | Beaverdale Little League | Johnston, Iowa | ||
| 2001 | Conneaut Little League | Conneaut, Ohio | Tallmadge, Ohio | |
| 2002 | Pinery Little League | Wyoming, Michigan | Tallmadge, Ohio | |
| 2003 | Wheelersburg Little League | Wheelersburg, Ohio | Akron, Ohio | |
| 2004 | East Side Little League | South Bend, Indiana | Akron, Ohio | WS Champ |
| 2005 | Georgetown Little League | Jenison, Michigan | Akron, Ohio | |
| 2006 | Elyria Little League | Elyria, Ohio | Akron, Ohio | |
| 2007 | Boardman Community East/West Little League | Boardman, Ohio | Akron, Ohio | |
| 2008 | Elyria East Little League | Elyria, Ohio | Akron, Ohio | |
| 2009 | Elyria East Little League | Elyria, Ohio | Elyria, Ohio | |
| 2010 | South Bend Southeast Little League | South Bend, Indiana | Elyria, Ohio | |
| 2011 | Croswell Lexington Little League | Croswell, Michigan | Akron, Ohio | WS Champ |
| 2012 | Escanaba Little League | Escanaba, Michigan | Akron, Ohio | |
| 2013 | Canfield Little League | Canfield, Ohio | Akron, Ohio | |
| 2014 | Jeffersonville/GRC American Little League | Jeffersonville, Indiana | Akron, Ohio | |
| 2015 | Clay County Little League | Manchester, Kentucky | South Holland, Illinois | |
| 2016 | Poland Community Little League | Poland, Ohio | South Holland, Illinois | |
| 2017 | Poland Community Little League | Poland, Ohio | South Holland, Illinois | WS Champ |
| 2018 | Poland Community Little League | Poland, Ohio | South Holland, Illinois | |
| 2019 | Poland/Canfield Little League | Poland, Ohio | Pendleton, Indiana | |
| 2020 | No Tournament Due to Global Pandemic | |||
| 2021 | No Tournament Due to Global Pandemic | |||
| 2022 | Georgetown Little League | Jenison, Michigan | Pendleton, Indiana | WS Champ |
| 2023 | Hudsonville/Georgetown Little League | Hudsonville, Michigan | Pendleton, Indiana | |
| 2024 | Steel Valley PCBS Combined Little Leagues | Poland, Ohio | Pendleton, Indiana | |
| 2025 | Evergreen Park Little League | Evergreen Park, Illinois | Pendleton, Indiana |
Resources
| Resource Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Managers Information Packet | Download PDF |
| Online Team Information b(REQUIRED) | Go to Form |
| Team Information Sheet (PDF Download) | Download PDF |
| Tournament Bracket & Schedule | View Bracket |
| MuscoVision Live Game Stream | Watch Live |
| Game Changer App (Live Scoring) | Go to App |
| Tournament Shirt Store | Store |
| Mahaska County Visitor Information & Lodging | Visit Website |
Ready to explore our facilities?
Join us in creating lasting memories through sports and recreation. Our facilities are ready for your next adventure—whether it’s a fun day of playing on our fields or enjoying a scenic tram tour on the Mahaska Community Recreation Trail. Let’s get active and make the most of our community!