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Alliance Fastpitch partners with RIP-IT Sports to launch a national Speed Combine and promote RIP-IT’s new female athlete focused footwear

Orlando, FL, November 14, 2024 — Alliance Fastpitch, a national organizing body for travel softball dedicated to supporting and advancing female athletes, is proud to announce its new partnership with RIP-IT Sports, a leader in innovative, high-performance footwear designed specifically for women.

As part of this partnership, RIP-IT has been granted the official presenting rights to a national speed circuit called the RIP-IT PRO Speed Combine during Alliance Fastpitch National Events including the running skills challenges at the Alliance Fastpitch Championship Series (AFCS). This partnership represents a significant step forward in providing athletes nationwide with footwear built to optimize their performance on the field.

Through this partnership, RIP-IT’s SwiftStep Ringor Pro will become the featured footwear around the speed combine activations. Crafted to meet the demands of elite athletes, the Ringor Pro is engineered to enhance speed, agility, and durability. RIP-IT’s commitment to creating footwear tailored to the unique needs of female athletes aligns perfectly with Alliance Fastpitch’s mission of empowering young women through the sport of softball.

To kick off this partnership, RIP-IT and Alliance Fastpitch are launching the RIP-IT PRO Speed Combine this Spring and Summer at key Alliance Fastpitch National events including the new Alliance Spring Bash in Chattanooga, AFCS and Regional Championships. The RIP-IT PRO Speed Combine will provide players a chance to showcase their athleticism through speed, agility, and power testing – the same core features of the SwiftStep Ringer Pro. Athletes will receive a PRO Score combining their 20-yard sprint, agility test, and vertical jump. This first-of-its-kind national event will spotlight the skills of female athletes while highlighting the performance advantages of RIP-IT’s cutting-edge footwear.

“We are excited to partner with RIP-IT Sports through this national skills challenge and provide Alliance members with a competitive and engaging national experience,” said Jami Lobpries, CEO of Alliance Fastpitch. “RIP-IT has been a leader in creating footwear designed specifically for the female athlete. Creating this national challenge will bring national attention to the athleticism of our youth athletes while also showing these girls there is footwear designed specific to her performance.”

“We’re excited to partner with Alliance Fastpitch to elevate the game for female athletes with our new SwiftStep Ringor Pro,” said Janelle Anderson, CEO of RIP-IT Sports. “Purposefully crafted for women, the Ringor Pro delivers unmatched speed and durability with its unique flex, superior grip and reinforced toe. It’s designed for those who demand both agility and strength and built to meet the needs of every player on the field. Together with Alliance Fastpitch, RIP-IT is empowering female athletes to push their limits, dominate the game, and reach their peak potential with the highest quality footwear.”

RIP-IT and Alliance Fastpitch are thrilled to continue advancing opportunities for female athletes by combining world-class footwear with experiences that inspire and empower.

For more information about RIP-IT’s partnership with Alliance Fastpitch or the RIP-IT Pro Combine, please visit RIP-IT’s website or contact RIP-IT Sports.

About Alliance Fastpitch

The Alliance Fastpitch is a national organizing body for travel softball. The Alliance Fastpitch offers annual memberships for teams, athletes, and coaches. Our national competition structure provides a clear pathway to your season starting with regional play that leads to a national event. Alliance Fastpitch is the source for competition, recognition, development and community in youth fastpitch.