The Leadership Team
Growing the Vision
The founders of the Space Coast Spring Games are passionate about delivering a top-quality tournament experience in a fun and competitive environment. With their vision and guidance, the Space Coast Spring Games has become a must-attend event for athletes and fans alike. The vision for the tournament is to become a destination event for collegiate teams throughout the country!
Our Story
In 2023, the inaugural Space Coast Spring Games began with the first pitch thrown at 7:02 PM on February 27 at Pride Stadium. From that moment, our goal has been to provide teams, coaches, and fans with an exceptional experience. We may not aim to be the largest tournament in the country, but we strive to be the best for everyone involved. With 14 fields located on single campus and numerous opportunities to enhance your experience, we hope you enjoy what we've created.
Thank you for attending the Space Spring Games!
Meet the Team
Victor Canales
Victor has dedicated many years to USSSA, starting as a multi-sport official and eventually rising to the position of National Fastpitch Umpire-in-Chief. In 2022 he transitioned from that coordinator role to launch the Space Coast Spring Games.
Beginning his officiating career at fourteen, Victor is primarily recognized for his work in fastpitch softball, but he has also officiated college soccer, basketball, Division 1 baseball. His fastpitch softball career includes officiating numerous post-season games, including three NAIA World Series, an NCCAA Championship, and he has played a crucial role in the Women’s Professional Fastpitch league, notably serving as Crew Chief for its inaugural Championship Series. In addition to his officiating duties, Victor is engaged in managing NCAA softball, overseeing six assigning roles across midwestern conferences including the Crossroads League, Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference, Midwest Athletic Conference, North Coast Athletic Conference, Great MidWest Athletic Conference, and Ohio Community College Athletic Conference. He also conducts training sessions for officials at various camps throughout the Great Lakes region.
Umpire
Supervisors
Jason Smith
As a former Division 1 Crew Chief for the Big 10 & Big 12 Conferences and Division 2 National Championship umpire, Jason has organized numerous travel tournaments across the upper Midwest. He collaborates with the Minnesota Elite Umpires Group. Additionally, Jason oversees the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference, Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, and the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference. Jason is instrumental in training umpires across the country.
Alan Riggs
Alan Riggs is a former umpire for Division 3 national championships. He has played a key role in coordinating various softball tournaments, including the NFCA Leadoff Classics. With extensive experience in national championship events across the eastern seaboard and southern states, Alan also serves as the coordinator for several collegiate conferences: Colonial Athletic, Southern Conference, Atlantic 10, Conference Carolinas, South Atlantic, South, Collegiate Conference of the South, and Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Management
Whitney Folven-Canales
Director of Communication & Creative Services​​
Whitney oversees tournament communications, ensuring teams have the information they need before, during, and after each event. She also creates graphics and informational materials to support clear communication. During tournaments, she helps oversee daily operations and may even be on the field, as she is a current NCAA Division I umpire.
Stephanie Canales
Director of Finance & Operations
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Stephanie works year-round to manage financial records, track expenses, and coordinate team registrations. During tournaments, she oversees day-to-day operations, helping ensure each event runs efficiently and smoothly.