I would say after the 2 SNIT events from this weekend that 5 Star Tigers are more deserving than 53. Beating KC twice and winning that event makes them a solid top team going into the season. FCA Blueclaws as well deserve a bump for what they have done so far from Fall and at the same SNIT beating a good ECB Navy team. Ballers Baseball Academy should probably break into the list for their run as well. ECB Astros Orange took care of business in Orange Beach. Congratulations to them for punching an Elite 32 ticket early in the season. I also think the Gulf Coast Monarchs legitimize their spot by what they accomplished in Viera as well.
Still early but Viera showed whenever good teams navigate through Pool and Early Bracket play with Pitching, it makes a huge difference . 5 Star in my opinion did a fantastic job of this and is why they too punched a ticket to Elite 32. Congratulations to them for a great tournament.
I do not really see any snubs on this list, but a starting point for all teams. I believe Easton is the #1 team after their win last years Elite 32. Kangaroo Court I would put at 2 with a lot of teams chasing them both and capable of overtaking them both. Very competitive age group!