Frequently asked questions

Below you'll find answers to frequently asked questions about our program and travel softball in general. If you need further clarification or would like to discuss anything in more detail, our coaching staff is always available and happy to help. Thank you for your interest in Fury Platinum New England. Last updated: Aug 2025

What Is Fury Platinum?

Fury Platinum is a nationally respected travel softball organization, representing over 70 elite teams across the eastern half of the United States. For more than 15 years, we’ve built a strong reputation as one of the premier college-prep programs in the sport, dedicated to providing talented athletes with opportunities to compete at the highest levels and pursue their goals of playing collegiate softball.

Learn more at our national site: www.furyplatinum.com

What is Fury Platinum New England (FPNE)?

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Fury Platinum New England (FPNE) is a regional arm of the Fury Platinum family, focused specifically on developing and promoting advanced softball athletes from the Northeast area. Established to serve as a key part of our nationwide network, FPNE offers athletes primarily from New England a high-level platform to compete, grow, and be recognized by college programs on the East Coast and beyond.

What is Fury Platinum’s Mission and approach?

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At its core, Fury Platinum is about strategic player development and exposure. Like other elite national programs, we bring a proven system that supports the growth of college-bound athletes, offering structured training, competitive scheduling, and access to a broader network of recruiting resources.

The world of softball and college athletics is constantly evolving. By aligning with our national organization and sharing knowledge across regions, FPNE helps ensure that New England athletes stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing game.

Our model not only strengthens the level of play in the Northeast, but it also increases recruiting visibility for regional athletes, making Fury Platinum New England a smart, strategic choice for players who are serious about their future in the sport.

When is the best time to join for college recruiting?

The best time to join is in your 7th or 8th grade year, especially if college softball is your goal. This gives athletes time to develop, start building a recruiting resume, and gain experience to prepare for key showcase years. That said, it's never too late — players who join at 16U and 18U have successfully been recruited through our program. What matters most is your commitment, skill level, and visibility during the prime recruiting windows (8th–11th grade).

Our coaches work with athletes at every age to guide them through the recruiting process and get them seen by the right programs.

How do you manage practices as a Regional Program?

We support players from any geographic location, but each team’s “home base” is determined by the coach’s preferred practice area. Fury Platinum teams are structured to support athletes on a regional scale, so travel distance should not be a limiting factor; we make it work. In the Fall, practices are held on weekends at outdoor fields, with indoor winter training held at various sites, including our own facility, H.I.T. Center of RI. During the summer, we’ll practice during the week when time allows.

Team names confuse me. how can I determine if I’m on the right team?

When trying out for any team, focus on the schedule, not a fancy-sounding name. The schedule should match the player’s long-term goals, and it has little to do with what the team is called. If a team’s schedule doesn’t consistently place the player among athletes with similar aspirations, it’s probably not the right fit. Team names loaded with adjectives (gold, silver, elite, premier, select, futures, national, regional, etc.) can be misleading in travel softball. In reality, teams are best understood by their roster makeup, schedule, and commitment history rather than a title. Below, you will find how Fury Platinum defines the 3 primary groups of travel softball teams:

What is a ‘National’ Team?

  • Mostly Division I commits or prospects and several Division II prospects.

  • The entire roster expects to play college softball and pursues that goal.

  • Competes at the highest level with no geographic limits.

  • Always qualifies for and attends a legitimate national tournament (Alliance, Triple Crown, USA Gold, or PGF).

  • Requires significant time and financial investment.

  • True National teams are uncommon, despite how often the label is misused. Recruitment depends more on schedule and coach connections than the team name. If you’re playing in national tournaments, you’re on a real National Team.

What is a ‘Regional’ Team?

  • The entire roster is legitimate college prospects (any division).

  • Recruitment-focused, competing in the top tournaments within one U.S. region.

  • May qualify for and attend a top national tournament (Alliance, Triple Crown, USA Gold, or PGF).

  • Mostly prioritizing exposure in the strongest regional events over traveling the country.

  • Good Regional teams are usually indistinguishable from National teams.

  • FPNE requires all teams to operate at least at this Regional level each year.

What is a ‘Local’ Team?

  • Focuses on bracket/rec tournaments in a drivable area.

  • Lower cost and less travel.

  • Limited to no college recruitment guidance - this may not be the team’s goal.

  • May occasionally enter showcase events, but will not have top field placement.

  • Often labeled a ‘Showcase’ team.

  • FPNE does not field Local teams at the 16U/18U levels.

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How many teams does Fury Platinum New England have?

There is no fixed number of teams. Each year, we field as many teams as can support competitive schedules geared towards the collective goal and aspirations of that roster. Therefore, the number may vary depending on roster composition and the ever-changing travel softball landscape. FPNE does not operate on quotas — we will never create a team simply to add more teams.

Fury Platinum New England is recognized for its “quality over quantity” philosophy, which is respected by our college coach network. Every team, regardless of level, is built around a like-minded, competitive focus. Our process begins each season with the intention of fielding one team per age division. From there, we carefully evaluate the rosters and determine whether adding multiple teams within a division makes sense from a competitive standpoint.

Do you have connections for girls to get recruited?

Absolutely. Fury Platinum has deep and growing relationships with college programs nationwide, giving our athletes opportunities to be seen at every level — Division I, II, and III. Across the organization, more than 250 players have gone on to play college softball (see our Alumni page), and our Platinum staff has been building trusted relationships with coaches for over 20 years, particularly on the East Coast. College programs know our players are tested against strong schedules and developed to compete at the next level.

But here’s the truth: connections alone are not a magic ticket. Recruiting is a process that requires consistent effort, and FPNE guides players and families through every step — teaching them how to help themselves, maximize exposure, and stand out. We don’t make empty promises about scholarships or recruitment. Instead, we provide what truly matters:

  • A competitive environment that brings out each athlete’s best.

  • A proven framework to navigate the recruiting process.

  • Access to high-value exposure events.

  • Doors opened through long-standing college relationships for those willing to put in the work.

Our mission is simple: to prepare, guide, and connect players who are ready to earn their shot at the next level.

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have more questions?

Reach out to us at nefuryplatinum@gmail.com.

If you prefer to have a conversation with a coach or director, you may do so directly via phone/email.