Hi All,
We don't usually get involved in web chatter. But, friends all over the country urged us to report TRUTH & FACTS, so you all won't be misled. This is Cyd & Marty Cooper, the ONLY FOUNDERS & ORIGINATORS of the Florida Rising Stars Showcase Tournament and the Gold Coast Hurricanes Organization. We are very passionate about fastpitch softball and have spent almost 20 years creating a quality environment were young athletes may achieve their dreams of playing at the collegiate level. We have been responsible for conducting some of the greatest showcase tournaments as well as producing some of the most talented players. Gold Coast Hurricanes is proud to be 2008 ASA Gold Nationals Champions & the 2009 ASA Gold Nationals Runner-up. Our 16U team has placed in the top 20 for the past 2 years at ASA/USA Nationals.
We mention this because it is important to speak for ourselves. There are people out there misrepresenting themselves as being a significant part of our efforts and organization. We commend and support any honest efforts to put on tournaments, however, BEWARE! BE VERY AWARE OF INFORMATION YOU ARE BEING FED REGARDING UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS. Ask for facts, such as "how many teams attended each tournament you hosted in 2008/2009?", "exactly how many college coaches attended your events in 2008/2009?". What you do and where you go can be very costly and should benefit your club or organization, so make certain you are well informed.
We believe we have always been a "contender" in the softball industry, be ware of the "pretender". Ask for facts and references, etc. We are available should you have any questions.
Thank you for your time,
Cyd & Marty Cooper
(954) 610-5366