Congratulations to Xtreme 16U Fastpitch: 2025 Island Invitational USSSA Champions!

We couldn’t be prouder of our R3 Fastpitch family today! The Xtreme 16U Fastpitch team, coached by Dennis Buckstein and Lisa Rimmer, battled their way through tough competition to capture the championship at the 2025 Island Invitational USSSA 16U Tournament.

This is an incredible accomplishment for the players, coaches, and families who dedicate countless hours to the game — and a true reflection of the talent, effort, and passion that define Long Island fastpitch softball.

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MVP Performances

Every championship run has standout moments, and this tournament was no exception. We’re proud to recognize the following players for being named Tournament MVPs:

• 🥎 Isabella Longo

• 🥎 Makayla Rimmer

• 🥎 Madison Fisher

Each athlete displayed determination, skill, and leadership on the field — helping power the team to victory.

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The R3 Athlete Performance Connection

The Xtreme 16U team trains out of R3 Athlete Performance in Holtsville, NY, where they’ve put in the hard work to sharpen their skills, build strength, and recover properly. As an official R3 Fastpitch team, their success represents exactly what we believe in:

• Reps that build consistency.

• Recovery that keeps athletes healthy.

• Results that show up on the field when it matters most.

This championship is proof of what happens when talented athletes commit to the process and trust their coaches and teammates.

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Long Island Fastpitch Softball at Its Best

The Island Invitational USSSA Tournament brings together some of the top teams in the region, and winning this event is no small feat. The Xtreme 16U team’s victory highlights the strength of Long Island fastpitch softball and showcases the high level of talent being developed right here in Suffolk County.

We are thrilled to see these athletes represent both R3 Athlete Performance and Long Island fastpitch softball on such a big stage — and we know this is just the beginning.

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Congratulations, Xtreme 16U!

On behalf of everyone at R3 Athlete Performance, congratulations to:

• The players for their grit and determination.

• Coaches Dennis Buckstein and Lisa Rimmer for their leadership and guidance.

• The families and supporters who make achievements like this possible.

We’re so proud of what you’ve accomplished — and we can’t wait to see what’s next.

👉 Keep training hard, keep believing, and keep showing why R3 athletes set the standard for fastpitch softball on Long Island.