2025 ASANA World Series Guide

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Welcome to Myrtle Beach Angela Smith

Welcome, everyone, to Myrtle Beach—the magical destination where you can savor mouthwatering seafood, unwind on sun-kissed shores, and bring all your softball dreams to life.

The amazing ASANA board and I are proud and excited to showcase this incredible place.

As you take in the week’s events, take a moment to enjoy the soothing sounds of the ocean and allow yourself to slow down and relax. Whether you’re lounging on the beach, playing a round of putt-putt golf, or indulging in one of the many seafood buffets, be sure to connect with friends and create lasting memories.

As we celebrate another incredible ASANA Softball World Series, I’m reminded of the many powerful quotes from one of my favorite movies, Field of Dreams.

“If you build it, they will come.”

“Did you ever hold a ball or a glove to your face?”

“The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball. America has rolled by like an army of steamrollers. It’s been erased like a blackboard, rebuilt, and erased again.”

“But baseball has marked the time. This field, this game, is a part of our past, Ray. It reminds us of all that once was good, and it could be again.”

“Ohhhhhhhhh, people will come, Ray. People will definitely come.”

Thank you for coming to Myrtle Beach and for making ASANA great!

On behalf of myself, the ASANA board, the city of Myrtle Beach, and our amazing volunteers, we welcome you to the beach and a week filled with softball and memories.

See you around the ballpark, Angela Smith ASANA Executive Director executivedirector@asanaseries.org 2

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CONTENTS From Life Stress to Game Focus: 6 2025 Hall Of Fame 10 Event List 11 What is Gullah–Geechee Culture?

12 Myrtle Beach Group Cooking Recipes 16 Team List 20

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From Life Stress to Game Focus: How Adult Athletes Can Manage Performance Anxiety by Controlling What Matters

Kelly Oberle, Access Human Potential

For many adult athletes, competition day doesn’t just start on game day. It starts days earlier— juggling work deadlines, family commitments, and the inevitable curveballs life throws our way. Those responsibilities don’t disappear when it’s time to compete, and the mental weight they carry can spill over into performance, fueling anxiety and making it harder to focus. The good news? You can’t stop life from being busy, but you can learn to shift your attention toward what you can control—on and off the field—so you show up ready, composed, and confident.

You might find yourself: • Overthinking every play or movement • Feeling unusually tense or jittery before a game • Losing confidence in situations you normally handle well • Struggling to stay present and react quickly.

The Link Between Life Stress and Performance Anxiety

The fastest way to free your mind from unnecessary pressure is to separate what you can control from what you can’t.

Adult athletes face a unique challenge: sport is a passion, not a paycheck. That means you’re competing because you love it—but you also have a full life outside of it. When your mind is overloaded with work meetings, relationship issues, or personal responsibilities, it’s easy for those thoughts to linger as you step into competition.

This mental “carryover effect” blurs the line between everyday stress and gameday focus.

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Performance anxiety in these moments isn’t just about the game—it’s about being overloaded mentally and trying to do too much at once.

Why Controllables Matter

Controllables are the elements you directly influence: • • • • •

Effort you put into each play Your preparation before the game How you communicate with teammates and coaches Your body language and energy level Your focus in the moment

Uncontrollables are everything else: • • • • •

Your opponent’s skill level Weather conditions Umpires, coaches and players actions Spectator behavior Unexpected life disruptions before the game.

Kelly Oberle has competed at many ASANA World Series competitions, and her company, Access Human Potential is available for you and your teams! She has a virtual course “The Clutch Mindset” - a course designed to help you sharpen your mental game and thrive under pressure.

Use Discount code: asana2025 for a 10% discount Let’s keep the momentum going.

Schedule an introductory call: https://calendly.com/koberle-1/ discovery

Focusing on controllables isn’t about ignoring reality, it’s about making sure your energy is spent where it counts. The more you anchor your attention to what you can influence, the less mental space you give to things that drain focus and confidence.

Final Thoughts: Winning the Mental Game Life stress is part of being an adult athlete. But performance anxiety doesn’t have to control the way you compete. By focusing on the controllables—your effort, preparation, mindset, and presence—you create a mental buffer between outside-life challenges and your ability to perform.

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2025 Hall Of Fame

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Monday, September 15 Delegate Meeting Tentative Time 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kingston Resort Conference Space Hall of Fame Dinner 6:00 - 10:00 PM Black Drum Brewing

9750 Queensway Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

POP UP Event: Fire Pit Party 7:00 PM The Landing at Kingston Resort

(Look for the Fitness Center & Tennis Courts)

Tuesday, September 16 Registration + Activities Day

(Formally known as Skills Challenge Field Day)

10:00 AM - 4:30 PM The Landing @ Kingston Resort Bat Checks 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM The Landing @ Kingston Resort Player Registration 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM The Landing @ Kingston Resort

Opening Party 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Black Drum Brewing, Embassy Pool Deck @ Kingston Resort

Wednesday, September 17 Pool Play 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Grand Park Athletic Complex

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Bat Checks 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Grand Park Athletic Complex

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Player Registration One Hour Before First Game - TBD Grand Park Athletic Complex

Event List Thursday, September 18 Pool & Bracket Play 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Grand Park Athletic Complex

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Player Registration One Hour Before First Game - TBD Grand Park Athletic Complex 1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Bat Checks 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Grand Park Athletic Complex

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Friday, September 19 Paint the Park Pink!

All Day! Grand Park Athletic Complex

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Elimination Bracket Play 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Grand Park Athletic Complex

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Bat Checks 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Grand Park Athletic Complex

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Saturday, September 20 Championship Saturday!

Times TBD Grand Park Athletic Complex

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Closing Party 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM RipTydz Ocean Front Grille & Rooftop Bar 1210 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Wednesday Night Lights

We’ll keep the games going after dark with late-night matchups and laid-back activities around the complex.

Grand Park Athletic Complex

1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

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What is Gullah–Geechee Culture?

Kelly Oberle, Access Human Potential

The Gullah–Geechee story is one of survival, creativity, and enduring community.

These are the descendants of West Africans brought to the Carolina, Georgia, and Florida coasts during the transatlantic slave trade. In the Lowcountry and Sea Islands— often in isolated, self-sustaining communities—they kept alive much of their African heritage while blending it with new-world experiences. The result is a culture with its own language, crafts, food, music, and traditions that remain vibrant today.

Why is it important to know?

Because Gullah–Geechee culture is more than history—it’s a living thread in the fabric of the South Carolina coast. Understanding it means recognizing the resilience of a people who built and preserved their identity in the face of systemic oppression. It means honoring contributions that shaped the region’s cuisine, architecture, agriculture, and music—many of which we still enjoy today without always knowing their roots.

Its impact is all around us. From the sweetgrass baskets sold along the roadside, to the flavors of shrimp and grits, to the rhythms of storytelling and song, the Gullah–Geechee influence runs deep.

Learning about it enriches any visit to Myrtle Beach, connecting you not just to a destination, but to the generations who made this coastline home.

Who Are They?

The Gullah–Geechee people are descendants of West Africans brought to the Lowcountry and Sea Islands of South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida during the transatlantic slave trade. Thanks to geographic isolation and strong community ties, they developed a distinctive culture that blends African traditions with new-world adaptations—preserving language, foodways, music, and craftwork that remain vibrant today.

Myrtle Beach sits within the federally designated Gullah–Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor, a National Heritage Area established by the U.S. Congress in 2006. This corridor recognizes the rich history, resilience, and living traditions of Gullah–Geechee communities along the southeastern coast.

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Language & Storytelling – The Gullah language is an Englishbased creole with strong African linguistic roots. It survives through oral storytelling, spirituals, and family traditions.

Sweetgrass Basketry – Handwoven baskets made from local marsh grasses reflect West African craftsmanship, passed down through generations.

Cuisine – Dishes like hoppin’ John, okra soup, gumbo, and red rice connect directly to West African foodways, celebrating community and history.

Spiritual & Musical Traditions – The ‘ring shout,’ spirituals, and call-andresponse singing are deeply rooted in African worship practices.

Ties to the Myrtle Beach Area Atlantic Beach – Known as ‘The Black Pearl,’ Atlantic Beach is a four block oceanside gem and was one of the few beaches Black families could visit during segregation.

Founded by Gullah–Geechee families in the 1930s, it became a haven for leisure, culture, and entrepreneurship.

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Sweetgrass Markets – Along the South Carolina coast, you can find artisans selling traditional baskets, a skill still practiced by Gullah–Geechee weavers.

Booker T. Washington Neighborhood – Historically significant in Myrtle Beach for its African American community life, with cultural and civic institutions that echo Gullah– Geechee heritage.

Ties to the Myrtle Beach Area Atlantic Beach – Explore the historic ‘Black Pearl’ and its cultural events.

Historic Myrtle Beach Colored School Museum – Offers insight into African American education during segregation.

Located at 900 Dunbar Street, the museum is open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday Wednesday and Friday.)

Freewoods Farm – This is a 40-acre living farm museum showing life on a small African American family farm between 1865 and 1900.

9515 Freewoods Road Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 Visiting these sites offers more than history—it’s an opportunity to honor the resilience of the Gullah–Geechee people, connect with living traditions, and better understand the rich cultural fabric of the Myrtle Beach region.

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Myrtle Beach Group Cooking Recipes Team-tested meals that turn any rental kitchen into home base.

Traveling for the Series isn’t just about the games — it’s about the people you share them with. After a long day on the fields, nothing beats a meal that feeds the whole crew, fuels tomorrow’s games, and makes the trip feel like a true team experience.

These three recipes are built for the road: they serve eight or more, use simple, easy-to-find ingredients, and can be made in just about any rental kitchen.

Pro Tip for Rental Kitchens Pack one or two large skillets, a sharp knife, and a cutting board. These basics make group cooking so much easier — and faster.

And because no Myrtle Beach trip is complete without it, we’ve included a true local classic — Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits.

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Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits (Regional Favorite) Serves: 8–10 | Total Time: ~45 minutes This dish is a Myrtle Beach must-have.

Creamy, cheesy grits topped with smoky sausage and tender shrimp bring that signature Lowcountry flavor straight to your rental kitchen.

Ingredients

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2 lbs large shrimp, peeled & deveined 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced 1 large onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chicken broth 2 cups stone-ground grits 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese ½ cup heavy cream 4 tbsp butter 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp smoked paprika Salt & pepper to taste Green onions for garnish

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Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large pot. Slowly whisk in grits, reduce heat, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until thickened. Stir in cheese, cream, and 2 tbsp butter.

In a skillet, heat olive oil. Brown the sausage, then add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes.

Add shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until shrimp turn pink, about 3–4 minutes.

Spoon the sausage-and-shrimp mixture over the cheesy grits. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Pair it with: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a local wheat beer.

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Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken & Veggies Serves: 8–10 | Total Time: ~1 hour This sheet pan dinner is low-fuss, hearty, and easy to clean up. Perfect Instructions after a long beach day.

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Toss potatoes, carrots, and onion Ingredients with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

• 4 lbs bone-in chicken thighs or Spread across two large baking drumsticks sheets.

• 1 cup BBQ sauce (try a South 3. Arrange chicken on top and brush Carolina mustard-style sauce for generously with BBQ sauce. local flair) 4. Bake 40–50 minutes, basting • 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved chicken halfway through.

• 2 lbs carrots, cut into sticks 5. Serve right from the pans for a • 1 large red onion, cut into wedges family-style dinner with minimal • 3 tbsp olive oil cleanup.

• Salt & pepper to taste 6. Pair it with: Sweet iced tea, peach sangria, or a South Carolina pale ale.

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One-Pot Creamy Cajun Pasta Serves: 8–9 | Total Time: ~35 Minutes A one-pot wonder that’s bold, creamy, and perfect for feeding a hungry crowd.

Instructions

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2 lbs penne pasta 2 lbs smoked sausage or chicken breast, sliced 1 large onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 4 cups chicken broth 4 cups heavy cream 2 cups shredded Parmesan 3 tbsp Cajun seasoning 2 tbsp olive oil

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In a large pot, heat olive oil. Sauté sausage or chicken, onion, and peppers until browned, about 6 minutes.

Add chicken broth, cream, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil.

Add pasta, stir well, reduce heat, and simmer 12–14 minutes until pasta is tender.

Stir in Parmesan until smooth and creamy. Serve hot.

Pair it with: A chilled rosé or a light lager to balance the spice.

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2025 World Series Teams Division

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Team Name

Member City

KC Legacy

B Division - No Member City

Riders

B Division - No Member City

Silent Strokers/Worth

Atlanta - Hotlanta Softball League

Aftershock

Dallas - North Texas Women’s Softball Association

Austin Angels

Austin - Softball Austin

Austin SWAT

Austin - Softball Austin

Broads of NOLA

New Orleans - Nola Softball League

Causing Chaos

Austin - Softball Austin

Field of Queens C

Boston - Beantown Softball League

Fuzion

Knoxville - KTown Softball League

Girls Like Us

Philadelphia - City of Brotherly Love Softball

I'd Hit That

San Diego - America's Finest City Softball League

Laid Back

Atlanta - Hotlanta Softball League

Last Licks

San Diego - America's Finest City Softball League

Living Our Dash

Kansas City - Heart of America Softball League

Norfolk Trouble

Norfolk - Women's United Softball Association

SoHo's

Alameda Women's Softball League

76ers

Chicago - Metropolitan Sports Association

Beavers

Las Vegas Gay Softball League

Bougie

San Diego - America's Finest City Softball League

Broad Street Athletics (BSA)

Philadelphia - City of Brotherly Love Softball

Captains

Kansas City - Heart of America Softball League

Columbus Beaver Believers

PNC - Columbus, OH

D2P

San Antonio Pride Softball League

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Team Name

Member City

DC Swag

Washington D. C. - Chesapeake & Potomac Softball

Divas on Dirt

Atlanta - Hotlanta Softball League

Field of Queens D

Boston - Beantown Softball League

Footloose

Long Beach/Orange County-Surf and Sun Softball

Ghost Dogs

New York - Big Apple Softball League

Hot Glove Summer

Washington D. C. - Chesapeake & Potomac Softball

Hott Mess

Knoxville - KTown Softball League

I'd Hit That

Philadelphia - City of Brotherly Love Softball

KC Storm

Kansas City - Heart of America Softball League

KCAF

Kansas City - Heart of America Softball League

Lagerheads

Norfolk - Women's United Softball Association

Looking to Score (L2S)

San Antonio Pride Softball League

Mayhem

Orlando - Central Florida Softball League

Mockingjays

Orlando - Central Florida Softball League

Multiple Scoregasms

Oklahoma City - Sooner State Softball

Naptown Thirst Traps

Indianapolis - Stonewall Sports

Nola Lagniappe

New Orleans - Nola Softball League

Not Done Yet

Kansas City - Heart of America Softball League

Orlando Thunder

Orlando - Central Florida Softball League

Pacific Pulse

Portland - Rose City Softball Association

Philly Pitches

Philadelphia - City of Brotherly Love Softball

Philly Storm

Philadelphia - City of Brotherly Love Softball

PHL TBD

Philadelphia - City of Brotherly Love Softball

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Division

D

E

Team Name

Member City

Pretty Reckless

San Antonio Pride Softball League

Queen MISFITS

Raleigh - Oak City Softball League

Rippin & Sippin

Orlando - Central Florida Softball League

Score

Kansas City - Heart of America Softball League

Spartas

Washington D. C. - Chesapeake & Potomac Softball

TC Jackalopes

Minneapolis - Twin Cities Goodtime Softball League

Tucson Recruits

Tucson - Tucson Inferno Pride Softball

Vixens

San Francisco Gay Softball League

Faded Geckos

Orlando - Central Florida Softball League

H-Town Cat-5

Houston Women's Softball League

Jokers

Norfolk - Women's United Softball Association

Krazy Pitches

Washington D. C. - Chesapeake & Potomac Softball

Lavender Menace

New York - Big Apple Softball League

Sluggin' Senorita's

Tucson - Tucson Inferno Pride Softball

Tacos 'n Tequila

San Jose Women's Softball League

Tailgators

Philadelphia - City of Brotherly Love Softball

Tucson Nice Snatch

Tucson - Tucson Inferno Pride Softball

UHaulers

San Diego - America's Finest City Softball League

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