Capitol Alumni Network Softball
28th Annual CAN Softball Tournament
The biggest CAN softball weekend of the year is back at Goddard. Join us for pod play, elimination games, alumni competition, food trucks, community, and championship energy.
Pod Play
August 1–2, 2026
Elimination Bracket
August 8, 2026
Location
Goddard Sports Complex
New This Year: Food Trucks at Goddard
We’re bringing food trucks to tournament weekend, including Catalyst Hot Dogs, Trippy Tacos, Deli-ish, and a potential fourth vendor. Vendor schedules and menus will be announced closer to the tournament.
Tournament Weekend Overview
The CAN Tournament brings together alumni teams from across the league for two weekends of softball, community, and championship competition.
Pod Play Weekend
Teams will compete in pod play during the first tournament weekend. Game schedules, pod assignments, and field assignments will be posted before tournament weekend.
Championship Bracket
The tournament concludes with elimination games and championship play. Final bracket details will be shared after seeding is finalized.
Alumni Community
Tournament weekend is one of CAN’s biggest community events of the year. Players, alumni, friends, and families are encouraged to come out and support their teams.
Food Truck Lineup
We’re adding more food and community energy to tournament weekend with vendors on site at Goddard.
Catalyst Hot Dogs
Hot dogs and ballpark-style food for players, families, and fans throughout tournament weekend.
Visit Catalyst Hot DogsTrippy Tacos
Tacos and tournament-day favorites available on site during the tournament.
Visit Trippy TacosDeli-ish
Deli-inspired options for teams and spectators looking for a quick bite between games.
Visit Deli-ishLocation
Goddard Sports Complex
Beaver Dam Road
Glenn Dale, MD 20769
Teams, players, families, and alumni should plan ahead for parking, tents, coolers, and travel time. Additional tournament-day reminders will be posted closer to the event.
Hotel Room Block
CAN has secured a tournament room block for teams, players, families, and alumni traveling for tournament weekend.
Official Hotel Block
Rooms are available through the CAN tournament block at the Holiday Inn. Use the link below to view available rates and book directly.
Book Hotel BlockBlock Dates
The current room block link is set for check-in on July 31, 2026 and check-out on August 2, 2026.
Team Travel
Teams traveling for pod play should book early. Additional hotel and logistics updates will be shared if needed.
Stay Tuned for Tournament Updates
Tournament details, schedules, pods, brackets, food truck timing, and other logistics will be posted here as they are finalized.
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