One of the most competitive softball tournaments in the nation is coming to Kelowna. 

UBC Okanagan will host the Canadian Collegiate Softball Association (CCSA) National Championship this October when the top eight teams from across Canada will compete.

"I am thrilled for our players and confident our staff, athletics department and the organizing committee will do everything it takes to put on a top-notch event," said Joni Frei, head coach of UBC Okanagan Heat Softball.

"It's an exciting time for collegiate softball in B.C. and I'm honoured our program can be a part of that."

Photo Credit: Contributed.

Photo Credit: Contributed.

While CCSA National Championship host alternates between eastern and western Canada, but it's the first time Kelowna will host the event following hot on the heels of UBCO's softball's first season. 

"Being awarded the 2020 National Championship says a lot about the level of respect our first-year team and their leadership group have earned in such a short period of time," said Tom Huisman, UBC Okanagan Athletic Director.

"This is a national level endorsement, not just for our program, but for the Kelowna and greater Okanagan softball communities."

The Heat enjoyed a successful, if not solid first league season finishing 7-5-2 and in fourth place.

For more information about UBCO softball, click here.