🥎 The Oasis DII Collegiate Classic
February 27 – March 1
📍 Oasis Sports Complex | Marion, IL
Nine NCAA Division II programs.
National recognition.
Local stars returning home.
The brand-new, $40 million Oasis Sports Complex is proud to host its first collegiate softball showcase, The Oasis DII Collegiate Classic, a three-day tournament featuring elite NCAA Division II competition right here in Southern Illinois.
🏆 Competing Programs
Ferris State (MI)
UIndy (IN) – #22 NFCA Preseason Poll | #1 GLVC Preseason Poll
UMSL (MO)
McKendree (IL) – #3 GLVC Preseason Poll | Defeated #8 West Texas A&M
Purdue Northwest (IN)
Kentucky Wesleyan (KY)
Wisconsin-Parkside (WI) – featuring 2025 All-American Mia Johnson
Grand Valley State (MI) – GLIAC Preseason #2
Lincoln University (MO)
This is high-level college softball, fast-paced, powerful, and incredibly competitive.
⭐ Local Ties. National Talent.
Many of the athletes competing this weekend have strong Southern Illinois roots, including former standouts from:
Murphysboro HS
John A. Logan College
Sesser-Valier HS
Carbondale Community HS
Effingham HS
And more
This is a rare opportunity to watch players you’ve followed since high school compete at the collegiate level, right here at home.
🏟️ The Venue
The Oasis Sports Complex delivers a championship-caliber experience:
✔️ All-turf playing surfaces
✔️ Professional lighting & digital scoring
✔️ Athlete-focused amenities
✔️ Modern design with Oasis’ signature cool aesthetic
✔️ Located in the heart of Thrillville: Marion’s new walkable sports, dining & entertainment destination
📣 Fans Welcome
Softball families. Youth players. Coaches. Alumni. Sports fans.
Come see some of the best NCAA Division II programs in the Midwest compete — and experience the Oasis Sports Complex for yourself.
🎟️ Admission:
Adults One Day: $10 – Weekend: $20
Children One Day: $5 – Weekend $10
📅 For full game schedule see the “Discussion” page of this Facebook Event.
Help us launch what we believe will become an annual early-season tradition in Southern Illinois.
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