26/07/2024 7 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A - Day 4: Chinese Taipei sweep Opening Round, New Zealand clinch second place. Czechia and Great Britain complete Play-Offs

Chinese Taipei went undefeated to claim the first place in the Opening Round and tomorrow will face New Zealand with a ticket to the Finals at stake. New Zealand and Czechia finished tied with a 3-2 record, but the Junior White Sox prevailed in the head to head matchup. Czechia and Great Britain (fourth place) will meet tomorrow in an elimination game.

25/07/2024 6 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A - Day 3: Chinese Taipei secure spot in final; Great Britain, Czechia, Brazil, New Zealand vie for Play-Off spots

The competition for the remaining three spots in the Play-Offs on Friday is between Czechia (2-1), Brazil (2-2), Great Britain (2-2) and New Zealand (1-2), who all remain in contention.

24/07/2024 7 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A - Day 2: Chinese Taipei dominate Opening Round with doubleheader sweep; Great Britain walk off Brazil; New Zealand win

Chinese Taipei swept their doubleheader on Wednesday with a pair of run-ahead wins, remaining undefeated at the top of the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A standings. They defeated Colombia 10-2 and Brazil 16-1 in the first two games of the day. Great Britain beat Brazil 2-1, with Cara Edwards walking it off with a clutch two-out double off the centre field wall. New Zealand beat Czechia in the last game of the day.

23/07/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A - Day 1: Brazil, Czechia, Chinese Taipei triumph on Day 1

During the WBSC Opening Ceremony, WBSC Executive Vice President Softball, Craig Cress, officially declared the tournament open. Chinese Taipei triumphed over New Zealand 8-4 in the first game before hosts Brazil dominated Colombia in five innings. Czechia defeated Great Britain 9-0 in the final game of Day 1.

23/07/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC/KONAMI Women's Softball World Ranking: USA holds No. 1, Japan jumps to No. 2

Japan reclaimed the world No. 2 spot from Puerto Rico with a stunning victory at the Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2024 in Castions di Strada, Italy.

22/07/2024 4 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup: All six teams to battle for a spot in next year's Finals; LA28 Olympics the common long-term goal

The head coaches of Brazil, Colombia, Czechia, Great Britain, New Zealand and Chinese Taipei spoke about the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup and the future, with the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games on the long-term horizon.

22/07/2024 3 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup - Group A Preview: Six teams seek ticket to Finals in fierce competition

As the eyes of the softball world move from the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup in Castions di Strada, Italy to the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup in Sao Paulo, Brazil here's an historic preview of the teams participating in Group A.

22/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Women's Softball World Cup: Stats confirm Japan and USA best teams of Finals 2024

This article provides an overall look at the team and individual statistics from the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2024. World champions Japan had the best batting average, the best ERA, and the fewest walks. World No. 1 USA had the most strikeouts and Canada the most home runs.

22/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Schedule revealed for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group C in Oklahoma City: South Africa take on Guatemala in Game 1 at Devon Park

Group C will feature world No. 4 Japan, No. 7 USA, No. 13 Guatemala, No. 17 Colombia, No. 18 South Africa and No. 19 Netherlands.

22/07/2024 2 Minute Read

10 things to know about the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup 2024 Group A

World No. 4 Chinese Taipei, No. 9 Czechia, No. 13 Great Britain, No. 22 Brazil, No. 33 Colombia and No. 33 New Zealand will take the field aiming to earn the two tickets available for the Finals 2025. Check out 10 things you should know about this group.

21/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Watch WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A live on GameTime; Broadcast rights awarded in Mexico, Nicaragua, Taiwan

GameTime, your destination to watch WBSC Baseball, Softball and Baseball5 World Cups, will stream live the 19 games of the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A, set to begin on Tuesday, 23 July at the Estadio Municipal Mie Nishi in Sao Paulo. Tournament, Group and Daily Passes are some of the options to watch the tournament on GameTime.

20/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Yukiko Ueno earns Women's Softball World Cup MVP honours

"I didn't believe I could play until this age," said the 42-year-old two-time Olympic Champion. I want to be on the field until I can." During the Closing Ceremony the WBSC revealed the All World Team and the individual awards.

20/07/2024 4 Minute Read

Japan outscore USA in final to become Women's Softball World Champions

USA initially took the lead, but pitchers Kelly Maxwell and Megan Faraimo were unable to contain the formidable Japanese lineup. Miu Goto excelled, allowing just one run over five innings, while Yukiko Ueno secured the victory, conceding only three walks. This triumph marks Japan's fourth world title.

20/07/2024 4 Minute Read

Callum Pilgrim walks off dramatic game with grand slam, Canada beats Netherlands to claim Women's Softball World Cup bronze medal

The Netherlands took a 5-1 lead into the bottom of the sixth. Canada won it in the 11th when Callum Pilgrim hit a walk-off grand slam.

19/07/2024 3 Minute Read

USA and Japan to compete for Women's Softball World Title

In the second Super Round Day, the defending World Champions defeated the Netherlands 7-0 in five innings. Japan outscored Canada 7-2. The World Championship Final is scheduled for Saturday, July 20. In the Placement Round, China beat Puerto Rico 4-1 in eight innings, and Australia triumphed over Italy 3-1.

19/07/2024 2 Minute Read

USA shut out Netherlands, advance undefeated to World Championship Game

Hannah Flippen, the second USA batter, hit a two-run home run, setting the tone. The defending World Champions head to the World Championship Final against Japan undefeated.

19/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Japan outscore Canada, advance to World Championship Final

Japan outscored Canada 7-2, outhitting them 10-5 to secure a spot in the final against the United States. Japan's solid performance, marked by key hits and strategic plays, earned them a chance to compete for the world title. "It was not easy," commented head coach Reika Utsugi, "but we got where we wanted to be."

19/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Placement Round: China finish fifth, ahead of Puerto Rico, Australia and Italy

China beat Puerto Rico in extras, and Australia came from behind to defeat Italy in a game delayed 25 minutes by rain in the top of the seventh.

19/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup: A bright future for Olympic softball

Of the 90 players who participated in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Softball competition, 46 played the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup (formerly Junior Women’s Softball World Championship) in the early stages of their career, making the youth global tournament a starting point for the international career of the top players in the world. The WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A tournament takes place in Sao Paulo; Brazil from 23-27 July.

18/07/2024 3 Minute Read

USA advance to Women's Softball World Championship Final, will play the Canada-Japan winner

USA edged Japan 2-0 and remain undefeated. They will defend their World Title in the final on Saturday. Canada beat the Netherlands 6-3 on Larissa Franklin's three-run walk-off home run and will face Japan on Friday, July 19. The winner will play against USA. China beat Australia and Puerto Rico proved too good for hosts Italy in the Placement Round games.

18/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Canada walk off Netherlands, stay in race for World Championship Final

The Dutch took a 3-2 lead in the bottom of the seventh. As it happened the previous day with Italy, Canada's bats came to life, and the game ended with Larissa Franklin's three-run home run. The win kept Canada in contention for the final.

18/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Megan Faraimo, Jessie Warren star in USA's shutout of Japan

Faraimo's stellar pitching and Warren's timely triple powered World No. 1 USA to a 2-0 shutout victory over No. 3 Japan, maintaining their perfect record.

18/07/2024 2 Minute Read

China and Puerto Rico start the Placement Round with extra-inning wins

Puerto Rico came from behind to beat Italy in 9 innings. China needed ten to overcome Australia. On Friday, 19 July, Puerto Rico will face China at 14:00 (local time). Italy will play Australia in the night game.

17/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Japan-USA to open Women's Softball World Cup Finals Super Round

In a repeat of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games gold medal game and The World Games softball final 2022, defending champions USA will take on Olympic gold medallists Japan in the opening Super Round game at 11:00 (local time) on Thursday.

17/07/2024 4 Minute Read

Canada join USA, Japan and Netherlands in Women's Softball World Cup Finals Super Round

The final Opening Round day had a dramatic ending. Canada beat Italy, 5-4, scoring two runs in the bottom of the seventh. In the morning game, Japan beat the Netherlands 4-3 on a walk-off slap single by pinch hitter Shiho Suto. USA and Japan will start the medal round with a 1-0 record, while Canada and the Netherlands will begin at 0-1.

17/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Canada edge Italy in dramatic duel to qualify for Super Round

The hosts entered the bottom of the seventh with a 4-3 lead. Caitlyn Wong delivered the winning run, while Sara Groenewegen earned the win by taking care of the three crucial outs in the final inning.

17/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Puerto Rico beat Australia, gain advantage in Placement Round

Alexia Ocasio held Australia to just five hits, including two in the bottom of the seventh inning, when the Boricua had a commanding 5-0 lead. Puerto Rico will enter the Placement Round with a 1-0 record, while Australia will start at 0-1.

17/07/2024 1 Minute Read

USA finish Opening Round with shutout win over China

USA pitchers allowed only two runners, while their offence took an early lead and maintained control, eliminating any chance of a comeback.

17/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Japan walk off Netherlands, head to Super Round undefeated

The Olympic champions faced an early deficit but mounted a comeback to tie the game in the bottom of the sixth, setting the stage for a dramatic finish of a walk-off win in the bottom of the seventh. Legendary Yukiko Ueno earned the win, as she pitched 4.2 masterful innings out of the bullpen.

16/07/2024 4 Minute Read

Japan, Netherlands and USA advance to Super Round of WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2024

Japan beat Puerto Rico, the Netherlands were too good for Australia and USA shut out Italy, all advancing to the Super Round. The third day's final game between Canada and Italy will decide the fourth team that will advance to the medal round.

16/07/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup: Argentina, New Zealand join Australia, Dominican Republic in Finals 2025

Argentina and New Zealand have earned their places in the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Finals 2025 after punching their tickets at the Group B tournament in Prince Albert, Canada.

16/07/2024 2 Minute Read

USA shut out Italy, head to Super Round

Megan Faraimo dominated the Italian lineup. The hosts reached third base only once, with leadoff hitter Isabella Dayton. Jessie Warren hit a home run, a double and batted in four of the seven runs.

16/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Netherlands beat Australia, advance to Super Round

The Netherlands won a thriller and will at least equal their best World Cup finish of fourth place in 2016. Four pitchers defeated Australia. Marjolein Merkk earned the win, Catherine Girigoire got the save.

16/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Canada outhit China for first Women's Softball World Cup Finals win

The lineup combined 12 hits, including a two-run home run by Kelsey Harshman. Canada will face Italy in the Day 3 night game for a spot in the Super Round.

16/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Japan outscore Puerto Rico 8-0 in five innings

Japan had 14 hits, including a three-run homer by Ayane Nakagawa. Sakura Miwa and Mio Sakamoto allowed just one hit. The only other Puerto Rico runner reached on an error.

15/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Japan, Netherlands, USA and Italy open Women's Softball World Cup Finals with wins

The Dutch surprised the world on Day 1 by overtaking Puerto Rico. Italy showed a lot of power and some consistent pitching. Japan and USA confirmed themselves as the favourites. "This tournament is one step towards the women's softball tournament at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics," said WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari during the Opening Ceremony.

15/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Masterful defence, timely hitting take Japan over Australia in Women's Softball World Cup Finals opener

Designated player Yui Sakamoto had two RBIs. Miu Goto earned the win, pitching six scoreless innings. Sakura Miwa took care of the final three outs.

14/07/2024 6 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group B: Argentina, New Zealand book tickets to Finals 2025

Argentina secured a ticket to the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Finals 2025 after a thrilling 6-5 victory over New Zealand in the Group B final. New Zealand, meanwhile, recovered from an early 1-0 deficit to defeat Canada 4-1 in the Repechage game, clinching the second ticket to the Finals 2025.

14/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Women's Softball World Cup Finals: Ready for Takeoff

Head coaches and captains of the eight participants introduced the event at the Energy Blue Stadium Auditorium in Udine.

14/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Castions di Strada Softball Field: Renovation complete for WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2024

The €300,000 renovation project included a Friuli Venezia Region grant. The stadium will have a capacity of 2,772 seats.

14/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group B: Media accreditation open until 5 August

All members of the media, both local/national and international, who plan to cover the WBSC U-18 Women's Baseball World Cup Group B must apply for accreditation through the official WBSC Media Accreditation online platform at https://my.wbsc.org between 14 July and 5 August.

13/07/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B Play-Offs schedule released

After four days of competition, Argentina clinched the No. 1 spot in the standings with a 5-0 record, followed by New Zealand with a 4-1 record. Both teams will play at 16:00 at Rotary Field with the winner punching their ticket to next year's Finals in Prince Albert. Canada and Singapore earned the third and fourth-place spots respectively, and will face each other in an elimination game at 13:00.

13/07/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group B - Day 4: Argentina sweep Opening Round, set up final clash with New Zealand; Singapore, Canada in elimination game

With victories over Singapore and New Zealand, Argentina clinched first place in the Opening Round standings, relegating New Zealand to second. Argentina will compete in the final on Sunday at 16:00, with a ticket to the Finals 2026 at stake. The Play-Offs game for third and fourth placed teams is also set, with Canada and Singapore facing off in an elimination game on Sunday at 13:00.

13/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Women's Softball World Cup Finals unveils Social Responsibility Programme

Six different organizations will receive support during the ceremonial first pitch of Italy's games. Pop group Elio & Le Storie Tese (pictures above) supported the initiative. The Women's Softball World Cup Finals will open on Monday, July 15

13/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Ten things to know about the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals

The northeastern Italian County Friuli Venezia Giulia will become the first European Region to host the Women's Softball World Cup twice, and the impact on the territory will be relevant.

12/07/2024 6 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group B - Day 3: Argentina, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore secure Play-Offs spots; matchups set on Saturday

Singapore stay in the Play-Offs hunt with back-to-back wins over Israel and Hong Kong, China. Argentina's Franco Ortellado hit three home runs against Hong Kong, China, securing his team's third consecutive win. New Zealand and Canada also clinched Play-Off spots with 4-0 and 2-2 records, respectively. Play-Offs matchups will be determined on Saturday.

12/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Ortellado explodes with three-homer game: 'I try to have the same approach in every at-bat'

Argentina's infielder Franco Ortellado delivered an historic performance in a 16-0 victory against Hong Kong, China, hitting three homers and driving in six runs. "I was calm before the game, maybe a bit of anxiety for my first start, but I was relaxed. It's great to have the opportunity to join the team and contribute with my teammates," he said.

12/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals 2024 starts Monday; Where to Watch

The broadcast rights to the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup - Finals have been awarded to 20 countries worldwide throughout various networks and streaming services. Eight nations will compete for the Gold Medal: Australia, Canada, China, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Puerto Rico and USA.

12/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Italy earns hosting rights for WBSC U-15 Women's Softball World Cup 2025 and WBSC U-15 Baseball World Cup 2026

Italy hosted a WBSC tournament for the first time when it staged the Women's Softball World Cup Group C in 2023 and will host the Finals 2024 from July 15 to 20. The WBSC U-15 Women's Softball and WBSC U-15 Baseball World Cup hosting rights will extend their commitment to international events to four consecutive seasons.

12/07/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals by the Numbers

In this article, we examine the Women's Softball World Cup Finals through some remarkable or fun figures.

12/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Perennial favourites USA aiming to tri-peat as Women's Softball World Champions

Head coach Heather Tarr accepts her team's role: "We are striving to see how good we can get. We are motivated to be a programme others look to for guidance on achieving greatness."

11/07/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group B - Day 2: Argentina, New Zealand remain undefeated; Hong Kong, China clinch first win since 2017; Canada split doubleheader

Argentina and New Zealand came out on top of the standings on Day 2 after winning their games against Israel and Canada, respectively. Hong Kong, China claimed their first World Cup win in seven years, while Canada had a win and a loss.

11/07/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC President Fraccari emphasises excitement for softball in Oklahoma for LA28 Olympics

“Hosting the Games in Oklahoma City extends the Olympic spirit beyond Los Angeles, bringing the festivities to the heart of America’s softball community. This venue selection not only celebrates the sport’s roots but also engages a broader audience, fostering a nationwide Olympic atmosphere,” President Fraccari said on LA28's announcement that the 13,000 capacity Softball Park in Oklahoma, widely heralded as the sport’s best venue, will play host to the Olympic Games softball competition in four years’ time.

11/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Japan sweep USA Elite Team in Women's Softball All-Star Series

Japan won 1-0, 9-5 and 8-1. Among the US players, only Jocelyn Alo (pictured above) and Kelly Maxwell will travel to Italy for the Women's Softball World Cup Finals.

11/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2024: Canada to rely on strong offence

"The big key for us will be trying to put people in the best situations for them to succeed," head coach Kaleigh Rafter told the WBSC. "We expect to be in a battle from the first day."

10/07/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B Day 1: Argentina, New Zealand, Canada victorious on Opening Day

Prince Albert saw an exciting start to the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B as former World Champions Argentina, New Zealand and Canada triumphed in their opening games on Wednesday. Argentina dominated Israel 8-0, New Zealand edged out Singapore 2-0, and Canada overwhelmed Hong Kong, China 7-1. Follow the action on GameTime as teams compete for two spots in the 2025 Finals.

10/07/2024 2 Minute Read

China aiming for first WBSC Women's Softball World Cup medal since 1994

"We need to beat Canada and Italy," said head coach Chang Dong Tang. "I believe we are ready." China are warming up for the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup at the Caronno City International Tournament.

09/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Hosts Canada announce WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup Group B roster

"We are all excited and ready to go for WBSC World Cup Group Stage,” stated Canadian Men’s National Team Head Coach John Stuart.

09/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC hits Grand Slam year with record participation in 2024 season

The WBSC is set for an unprecedented season in 2024, with 34 national federations participating across 12 major events in Baseball, Softball and Baseball5 in addition to the second editions of the eBaseball Series, Blind Baseball International Cup and Baseball Champions League as well as the inaugural ePremier12.

08/07/2024 4 Minute Read

Three World Champions to collide in Group B as exciting WBSC Men's Softball World Cup continues in Prince Albert

Group B includes three former World Champions with 12 of the previous 17 world titles to their name - Argentina, Canada & New Zealand.

08/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Canada announce final roster for WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals

The WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2024 take place in Castions di Strada, Italy from 15-20 July. Canada's roster includes Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games bronze medallists Larissa Franklin, Sarah Groenewegen, Kelsey Harshmann, Janet Leung, Erika Polidori and Natalie Wideman.

08/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Australia, China, Netherlands and Puerto Rico to warm up for WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals in Caronno and Bollate, Italy

The 43rd Caronno City International Tournament is scheduled from July 10 to 12 in Caronno Pertusella (Varese province) and Bollate (Milano) and is sanctioned by the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC)..

08/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Czechia, Italy first teams to qualify for WBSC U-15 Women's Softball World Cup 2025

Although the final was canceled due to inclement weather in Prague, Czechia prevailed thanks to a 7-4 Super Round win over Italy in the Super Round.

07/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Six players to watch at WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B in Prince Albert

Let’s take a look at six players you should watch out for during the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B tournament in Prince Albert, with world champions, newcomers and superstars in the mix.

06/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B starts Wednesday; Where to Watch

The broadcast rights of the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B have been awarded in Mexico, Nicaragua and Canada, while Hong Kong, China's games will be live streamed through Weibo (only in China).

05/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Women's Softball World Cup - 59 years of success and glory

With 10 days to go to the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals, here's an historic look back at one of the WBSC's longest running tournaments. The 17th edition of the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup is the first played under the two-stage format. USA won the last edition in 2018 and are the defending World Champions after claiming gold at the 2022 World Games.

05/07/2024 1 Minute Read

40 teams participate in Mexico Youth Softball National Championship

Sonora won the junior men's and senior both men's and women's tournaments while Sinaloa finished first in the junior women's tournament.

05/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Reika Utsugi emphasises speed and defence for Japan ahead of WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals

Japan have won the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup three times but have not stepped on top of the podium since 2014. USA are 12-time world champions, including the last three editions while Japan are Olympic champions having beaten USA in the gold medal game at Tokyo 2020.

04/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Rotary Field: Home of the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B and Finals

The stadium is located at Prime Ministers Park, the City of Prince Albert's premier outdoor athletic facility. It features four softball diamonds, a regulation natural turf football and soccer field, an athletics track and a baseball field.

04/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Women's Softball World Cup Trophy starts Friuli Venezia Giulia Tour

The Italian Baseball and Softball Federation unveiled the trophy in Rome, then took it to the Lombardia Region, including a visit at the 2026 Winter Olympics Foundation in Milan, before bringing it to the northeast Region, which will host the Finals in Castions di Strada.

03/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Arch-rivals Canada, New Zealand to tune up for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup in Saskatoon tournament

From 4 to 7 July, No. 3 Canada and No. 10 New Zealand will participate in the International Softball Super Series at Bob Van Impe stadium in Saskatoon.

03/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A: Media accreditation open until 20 July

All members of the media, both local/national and international, who plan to cover the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A must apply for accreditation through the official WBSC Media Accreditation online platform at https://my.wbsc.org.

02/07/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A - By The Numbers

Check out the key numbers of the WBSC U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup Group A, which starts on 23 July in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

01/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Australia, Canada tuning up for WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals facing tough competition at Canada Cup

The two national teams will face Greece; Hong Kong, China; Israel; Mexico; New Zealand; Chinese Taipei; TC Colorado and Saskatchewan 222 in the traditional Canada Cup at Softball City in Surrey.

01/07/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group C launches 4th of July Ticket Promo

From 1 to 5 July, softball fans from around the world can purchase their Tournament Passes with a 20% discount.

30/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Mie Nishi Municipal Stadium re-inaugurated, ready to host WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A

The stadium was delivered more than three weeks before the World Cup opening day on 23 July.

29/06/2024 2 Minute Read

By the numbers: WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B in Prince Albert

Check out the key numbers of the XVIII WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup Group B, which starts on 10 July in Prince Albert, Canada.

28/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Will softball give Puerto Rico first World Cup medal in national team sports?

Head coach David Santos said he feels good about being No. 2 in the world. "Our ultimate goal is to make people in Puerto Rico happy for what we do on the field." The 'Boricua' have never earned a medal in national team sports at the world level.

27/06/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group Stage schedule announced; New Zealand, Chinese Taipei to play opening game

The three groups will be staged in Sao Paulo, Brazil (Group A); Pingtan, China (Group B) and Dallas, USA (Group C).

27/06/2024 3 Minute Read

Netherlands hoping to claim first WBSC Women's Softball World Cup medal at Finals 2024

Defending champions USA lead the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup overall medal tally with 11 gold and four silver followed by Olympic champs Japan with three gold, six silver and two bronze. Eight National Federations have previously medalled at the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup - USA, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, China, Canada, Philippines and Chinese Taipei.

26/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Meet Sao Paulo: One of the biggest cities in the world welcomes WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A

Brazil will host a WBSC World Cup for the first time when the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A is played in Sao Paulo from 23-27 July.

25/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Prince Albert - The Gateway to the North

A close-up look at the host city for the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B, which takes place from 10-14 July. Prince Albert is known as the "Gateway to the North" because it is the last major urban centre along the route to the resources of northern Saskatchewan, in the middle of Canada.

25/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Aloysius Ong, Marcus Chew to lead Singapore pitching staff at WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B

The roster includes seven players from the 2019 National Team, the last time Singapore participated in a Men's Softball World Cup.

25/06/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2024: Australia aiming for podium finish

One of four nations to win the Women's Softball World Cup, Australia, who won the inaugural edition in 1966, are third in the tournament's historic medal table with eight: one World Title, one silver medal and six bronze medals.

24/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Media accreditation open for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B in Prince Albert, Canada

All members of the media, both local/national and international, who plan to cover the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B must apply for accreditation through the official WBSC Media Accreditation online platform at https://my.wbsc.org.

24/06/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC boosts baseball & softball development in Türkiye with equipment delivery

The project involves the allocation of equipment provided by the WBSC to clubs and national teams with the aim of bolstering participation rates and elevating the standard of play.

21/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Softball Park in Oklahoma City to host Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games softball competition

With a capacity of 13,000 spectators, Softball Park in Oklahoma City hosted the U-18 Women's Softball World Cup 2015 and later this year will stage the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group C.

21/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Six Olympians in Canada's preliminary roster for WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2024

Canada will prepare for the Finals 2024 competing in the P5 Colorado event from June 26-28 and at the Canada Cup from July 1-7, in Surrey B.C.

20/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Registration open for ITA monthly webinar - Medical Professionals’ Role in Clean Sport - on June 26

The educational event, which will be held online from 14:00 to 15:00 (CEST) on June 26, is part of the collaboration between the WBSC 'Play Ball Play Fair' campaign and the International Testing Agency.

19/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Women's Softball World Cup Finals: "We can compete against everybody" - Italy head coach Federico Pizzolini

"We have a good team, and our players want to make this World Cup the highlight of their career," said the 60-year-old coach. Isabella Dayton is the most relevant addition to the roster.

17/06/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Finals 2025: Dominican Republic & Australia first two of eight finalists confirmed

World No. 14 Dominican Republic and defending World Champions Australia, ranked No. 2 in the world, are the first two sides to stamp their ticket to next year's Finals after the completion of the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A on Sunday.

17/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Men's Baseball, Men's and Women's Softball and Baseball5 to feature in 2025 South East Asian Games

Baseball5 will make its SEA Games debut. The XXXIII South East Asian Games are scheduled to take place in Thailand from December 9 to 20, 2025.

16/06/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A: Dominican Republic, Australia claim tickets to Finals 2025

The Dominican Republic and Australia advanced to the Finals 2025 as the top two teams in Group A. Venezuela, third place, will be in the mix for one of the two wild cards. Mexico finished fourth ahead of Czechia and the Philippines in fifth and sixth respectively.

16/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Playoffs schedule announced for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A

After four days of competition, Venezuela clinched the No. 1 spot in the standings with a 5-0 record, followed by the Dominican Republic with a 3-2 record. Both teams will play at 17:00 at Mundialistas Hermosillenses with the winner punching their ticket to next year's Finals in Canada. Australia and Mexico earned the third and fourth-place spots respectively, and will face each other in an elimination game at 17:00, at Fernando Ortiz stadium.

15/06/2024 4 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group A - Day 4: Mexico defeat Dominican Republic, advance to Playoffs to play Australia. Venezuela sweep Opening Round, Czechia win two to finish fifth

Australia, Mexico, and Czechia each finished the Opening Round with 2-3 records, tying them for third place. However, due to the tie-break system, Czechia finished in fifth place. As a result, Mexico and Australia will face off in an elimination game at 17:00 at Fernando Ortiz Stadium.

14/06/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group A - Day 3: Venezuela beat Dominican Republic, both confirmed in Sunday's final; Philippines stun Mexico, Australia win in extras

Behind a great pitching performance by 18-year-old Jehanz Coro, the Philippines beat Mexico, 3-1, at Fernando Ortiz Stadium and earned their first win of the tournament. The Player of the Day Coro (pictured second from left) went the distance giving up only three hits, one run and three walks, while striking out five.

14/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Switzerland to launch U-13 girls softball activity

The National Baseball Softball Federation will organize the first open day on Saturday, June 22. "We want to get more girls to play softball."

14/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Women's Softball World Cup Finals: June 15 ticket promotion marks one month to go

A 30% discount will be available for 24 hours on Saturday, June 15, 30 days from the start of the tournament in Castions di Strada, Italy.

13/06/2024 4 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group A - Day 2: Dominican Republic on top after wins over Czechia & Australia. Venezuela beat Mexico; Australia edge Philippines

The Dominican Republic have three wins from three games while Venezuela is also undefeated with two wins from two. The top four teams will enter Sunday's Playoffs, chasing two tickets to next year's Finals.

12/06/2024 3 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group A - Day 1: Pimentel guides Venezuela to win over Australia; two homers lift Dominican Republic over Philippines. Mexico earn five-inning win against Czechia

Three exciting games and a stunning opening ceremony at Fernando Ortiz and Mundialistas Hermosillenses stadiums opened the five-day tournament.

12/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Lesotho opens Men's and Women's softball season

Four teams participated in the opening day in Morija. The WBSC African Development Project reached Lesotho in 2019.

11/06/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup Group A live on GameTime; TV rights awarded in Mexico, Czechia & Nicaragua

Megacable has been granted the exclusive TV broadcast rights in the Mexican territory. In Czechia, the games of the European Champions will be broadcast by Czech TV, while the entire tournament will go live in Nicaragua through Canal 4.

11/06/2024 3 Minute Read

Six teams chasing two tickets: Head coaches discuss WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A

The WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A will run from 12 to 16 June in Hermosillo, Mexico, with world No. 2 Australia, No. 5 Venezuela, No. 6 Czechia, No. 9 Mexico, No. 14 Dominican Republic and No. 15 Philippines chasing two spots in next year's Finals.

11/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Tickets on sale for WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group C in Dallas

Four top-10 teams will feature in the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group C - which is scheduled from 29 August to 2 September at The Village Dallas, in Dallas, USA - including World No. 1 and World Champions USA, No. 5 Canada, No. 7 Mexico and No. 10 Australia. World No. 15 the Philippines and No. 21 Ireland complete the field.

11/06/2024 1 Minute Read

GameTime's 2024 Season Pass now available. Eleven events; 303 Baseball, Softball, Baseball5 games included

From 12 June, and for the next 122 days until 12 October, subscribers to the 2024 Event Bundle Pass will have full access to 303 Baseball, Softball and Baseball5 games, across 11 different WBSC events.

11/06/2024 4 Minute Read

WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup - Group A Preview: Australia face stern challenge as world title defence starts in Hermosillo

With the top two teams advancing to next year's Finals, the competition is expected to be tight with three of the participating teams in Group A having previously medalled. Australia hold two world titles, one silver medal and a pair of bronzes; while Mexico and Venezuela have both claimed one silver and one bronze medal.

11/06/2024 1 Minute Read

USA, Japan announce exchange Women's Softball series

The U-18 All Stars from USA Softball of Southern California and Metro Tokyo Softball will play on October 5 and 6 in Tokyo and in 2025 in Los Angeles. The goal is to strengthen the connection between the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the LA28 Games.

10/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Ace Maiker Pimentel, veterans Rafael Flores & Erik Urbaneja to lead Venezuela in WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A

Venezuela open on Wednesday against World Champions Australia in Game One of Group A in Hermosillo.

10/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Schedule revealed for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B: Hosts Canada against Hong Kong, China on opening day

Three world champions - Argentina, Canada and New Zealand - will lock horns at Prime Ministers Park in Prince Albert during the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B.

10/06/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Softball World Cup Tournament Regulations: New tie-break system starts in Hermosillo

One of the biggest changes in the Softball World Cup Tournament Regulations 2024 is the implementation of the Team's Quality Balance (TQB) to break ties among multiple teams.

10/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Media accreditation open for Women's Softball World Cup Finals

All members of the media, both local/national and international (including those who have previously registered for WBSC events), must apply through MyWBSC.org by Friday, July 12.

10/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Italy announce 17-player roster for training camp ahead of Women's Softball World Cup Finals

Manager Federico Pizzolini will open the camp on June 24. The 'Azzurre' will play warm-up games against the University of Arizona starting July 2 and announce a final roster on July 9.

09/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Mexico rely on young pitching staff for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A in Hermosillo

Four players repeat from the National Team that finished 11th in the World Cup 2019, Mexico's last appearance in the competition.

09/06/2024 3 Minute Read

Six players to follow at WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A in Hermosillo

With the XVIII WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A starting on 12 June, a mix of experienced players, newcomers and superstars will take the field in Hermosillo, Mexico. Let’s look at the six players you should watch out in Group A.

07/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Oklahoma win fourth consecutive NCAA Softball title in front of record-setting 12,324 fans

On TV, Game 1 of the series reached 1.9m viewers with a peak of 2.1m representing the best WCWS audience since 2021 and becoming the second most-streamed softball game on ESPN+.

07/06/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Digital Trophies featured amongst latest IOC Sustainability Case Studies

It's the second time a WBSC project has been included as an IOC Sustainability Case Study after the Home Plate Headquarters in 2020.

05/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Tickets on sale for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup in Hermosillo & Prince Albert

The local organising committees in Hermosillo, Mexico; and Prince Albert, Canada, have launched the ticket sales through online platforms.

02/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Two WBSC Softball World Cups leave meaningful legacy - two world-class stadiums in Hermosillo

Mundialistas Hermosillenses Stadium and Fernando Ortiz Stadium underwent major upgrades in 2023 and 2024 to host the U-18 Men's Softball World Cup 2023 and the Men's Softball World Cup Group A this year, providing two world-class softball fields for the city and the Sonora State.

31/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Video: Memories of a wonderful World Baseball Softball Day celebration

On 10 May, the inaugural World Baseball Softball Day marked the 10th anniversary of the baseball/softball world governing body. The video will help preserving memories of the day.

30/05/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC/KONAMI Women's Softball World Ranking: Puerto Rico climbs to record-high second place, USA still on top

Puerto Rico took Japan's place as world No. 2 thanks to its win at the Pan American Championship in April.

30/05/2024 2 Minute Read

NCAA Softball Women's College World Series set to start, 11 international players to take the field

Two athletes from the previously announced WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals roster will represent Team USA on the OG&E Energy Field, while nine members of the U.S. Women’s Elite Team - set to compete in the 2024 Japan All-Star Series - will be in contention for the national championship title.

30/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Women's Softball World Cup Trophy showcased at 2026 Winter Olympics Foundation

The Italian Olympic Committee congratulated the Italian Federation, which aims to bring more high-profile baseball/softball events to Italy.

29/05/2024 2 Minute Read

By the Numbers: WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A in Hermosillo

Check out the key numbers for the XVIII WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup Group A, which opens on 12 June in Hermosillo, Mexico.

24/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Women's Softball World Cup Trophy Tour continues in Italy

Ten clubs will be able to introduce their communities to the trophy from May 25 to June 2. On Wednesday, May 29, the showpiece prize will be at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Foundation.

24/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Saskia Kosterink to take Netherlands Women's National Softball Team managerial job after World Cup Finals; Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games in sight

The Beijing 2008 Olympian will succeed Ferenc Jongejan in the position. Jongejan will manage the team for the last time at the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals in Italy.

23/05/2024 2 Minute Read

Three World Cups, 136 games to be played under two-stage format in exciting WBSC international softball season

Under the new format, the Group Stage and the Finals of the World Cups are played in consecutive years. The first tournament of the WBSC international softball season - Group A of the XVIII Men’s Softball World Cup - will start in 20 days, on 12 June in Hermosillo, Mexico.

22/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Czechia roster announced for WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group A in Brazil

The roster includes 10 players from last year's team that repeated as European champions after beating Italy in the U-18 European Championship final.

21/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Dates confirmed for softball competitions at The World Games Chengdu 2025

Men's softball will be played from 6 to 10 August 2025, while the women's competition will be contested from 13 to 17.

17/05/2024 2 Minute Read

Media accreditation open for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A in Hermosillo, Mexico

All members of the media, both local/national and international, who plan to cover the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A must apply for accreditation through the official WBSC Media Accreditation online platform at https://my.wbsc.org.

17/05/2024 1 Minute Read

The World Games Chengdu 2025 - featuring men's & women's softball - reveals new logo

The top six teams in the WBSC Men's and Women's Softball World Rankings as at 31st December 2024 will earn an automatic berth in The World Games 2025.

17/05/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Trophy unveiled in Rome; En route to Castions di Strada

The Tennis Italian Open hosted the presentation in Rome featuring the National Olympic Committee President Giovanni Malagò. The Trophy will be displayed at major sporting events before returning to the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region, where the Finals will start on 15 July.

16/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Tirelo Mukokomani becomes Botswana Softball Association President

He succeeded Katlholo Mosimanegape, who served during the 2021-2024 term.

15/05/2024 2 Minute Read

Men's Softball World Cup Group A Schedule announced; World Champions Australia to open tournament against Venezuela

The 19 games in Group A will run from 12 to 16 June at the Fernando Ortiz Stadium and Mundialistas Hermosillenses Stadium.

14/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Monica Abbott, Giovanni Pantaleoni sign Olympians Wall at IOC Headquarters

Abbott and Pantaleoni signed the Olympians Wall as part of a tour of Olympic House following a successful WBSC Athletes' Summit.

13/05/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Executive Board reflects on World Baseball Softball Day success

The Board also approved new international athlete transfer rules; Bangkok, Thailand as the host of the next WBSC Congress in 2025, and the creation of a Pro League Commission following the success of last week's Baseball Pro Leagues Summit.

13/05/2024 2 Minute Read

Michal Holobradeck, Jakub Osicka to lead Czechia's pitching staff at WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group A in Hermosillo

A total of 10 players in the roster participated in the 2022 Men's Softball World Cup, where Czechia couldn't qualify for the playoffs and finished in ninth place with an even 4-4 record.

13/05/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC to use Team Quality Balance in Softball World Cups

The rule has been used in WBSC Baseball World Cups for 11 years and will replace the runs-against rule to break ties involving three or more teams that the head-to-head cannot solve.

12/05/2024 2 Minute Read

One month to go: WBSC Men's Softball World Cup highlights legacy and stadium usage

A Softball World Cup returns to Hermosillo, Mexico on 12 June with the Opening Day of the Men's Softball World Cup Group A after the great success of the WBSC U-18 Men's Softball World Cup last year.

10/05/2024 2 Minute Read

Bhutan hits home run on World Baseball Softball Day, wins $10,000 equipment grant

The Bhutan Baseball & Softball Association won the $10,000 equipment grant for the best activation on World Baseball Softball Day. Bhutan’s theme ‘Happiness Hits Home’ highlighted the impact of baseball and softball in uniting communities and spreading joy across the nation.

10/05/2024 3 Minute Read

World Baseball Softball Day: The world celebrates WBSC’s 10th anniversary

The 10th of May marks the anniversary of World Baseball Softball Confederation with this year especially significant, being 10 years following the successful merger of the International Baseball Federation and the International Softball Federation in 2014. World Baseball Softball Day honours the impact, legacy and unity of baseball and softball globally. Check out the celebration as it unfolded.

10/05/2024 1 Minute Read

World Baseball Softball Day: Women's Softball World Cup Finals celebrate with special ticket promotion

The 20% discount available on the VivaTicket platform has been extended to Monday, 13 May.

09/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Athletes Commission meets at WBSC Headquarters in Pully

WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari introduced the meeting. The members discussed how to improve the Athletes Summit and worked on proposals for the upcoming Executive Board, including their view on the WBSC World Rankings calculations.

08/05/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC Athletes Summit: Over 350 players from 44 countries participate in Inaugural edition at Olympic House

The event took place at the Olympic House in Lausanne. IOC President Thomas Bach welcomed the participants. Baseball and Softball players from the five Continents joined the panel including Monica Abbott, Timothy Atherton, Randolph Oduber, Ayako Rokkaku, Maria Soto, Vanessa Mui and Giovanni Pantaleoni.

07/05/2024 2 Minute Read

USA Softball awards naming rights for Hall of Fame Complex, becomes Devon Park

The stadium will stage Group C of the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup from 17-21 September.

03/05/2024 1 Minute Read

USA national team players still in the run for 2024 USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year

USA Softball announced a list with the 26 finalists for the prestigious individual award. A total of 10 players have worn a USA jersey.

03/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Netherlands sweep Czechia in four-game women's softball friendly series

Czechia hosted the Netherlands to tune up together for the European Championship.

29/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Belgium Baseball Softball Federation elects Ludo Peeters President

The former secretary-general takes over from René Laforce. Kristina Vandionant is the new secretary general.

24/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Groups confirmed for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup, Israel awarded wild card

The last seven teams have been confirmed to participate in the XVIII WBSC Men's Softball World Cup following the completion of the Africa and Americas Qualifiers.

17/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Groups confirmed for WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup

The five qualified teams from this month's Pan American Championship were allocated to the three groups, which make up the Group Stage.

17/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Softball Canada Announces U-23, U-18 Men’s National Team head coaches

“We are very pleased to have Doug Allin and Mark Quinn back at the helm of our U23 and U18 Men’s National Team programs” stated Gilles LeBlanc, Manager of Operations at Softball Canada.

16/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Six world champions named to New Zealand roster for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup

The New Zealand roster features 11 players from the last World Cup, as well as the return of veterans Bartorillo, Hayes and Laulu, who helped the Black Sox win their last World Championship in 2017. Other veterans of the World Cup winning team are Cole Evans, Ben Enoka and Thomas Enoka.

15/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Global anti-doping community celebrates Play True Day on 19 April

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) invites the whole anti-doping community to participate in the digital campaign #OnePlayTrueTeam to raise awareness about the importance of Clean Sport.

15/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Argentina repeat as Pan American champions, earn ticket to WBSC Men's Softball World Cup along with Colombia, Dominican Republic, Guatemala and Venezuela

Argentina repeated as Pan American champions after a 4-3 win against Venezuela in the final.

15/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Olympian Greta Cecchetti reaches 2,000 strikeout milestone in Italian Softball League

The product of the Italian Academy also starred at Texas A&M University, the Japanese Diamond League, the Dutch Top League and Athletes Unlimited. Cecchetti has represented Italy 95 times, including the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. "I feel I was lucky enough to have opportunities and good enough to seize them."

15/04/2024 1 Minute Read

USA Softball announces roster for Women's Softball World Cup; Four Olympians lead the way

Tokyo 2020 Olympic silver medallists Ally Carda, Rachel Garcia, Haylie McCleney and Dejah Mulipola return with the US national team in their quest to defend their World Title in Italy.

15/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Nepal to cooperate with International School Sports Federation

The agreement aims to increase baseball/softball school activity and international participation. "It opens the door to a brighter future for our athletes," commented the National Baseball Softball Association President Dipak Neupane.

12/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Seven Olympians to represent Australia at WBSC Women's Softball World Cup, roster confirmed

Captain Clare Warwick, Jade Wall, Michelle Cox, Stacey McManus, catcher Taylah Tsitsikronis, along with pitching duo Kaia Parnaby and Ellen Roberts are the veterans from the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

12/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Czech Softball national leagues set to open

The Men's Extraliga 2024 starts on 13 April while the Women's Extraliga 2024 starts three days later.

12/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Schedule revealed for the Women's Softball European Championship 2024 in Utrecht, Netherlands

The tournament, set to take place in Utrecht, Netherlands, from 1 to 7 September, 2024, is the top event for women's softball in Europe.

12/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball and softball seasons to open in Switzerland

The Swiss Baseball Softball Federation will host the U-23 Baseball European Championship Qualifier in Zurich in August.

10/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Countdown begins with World Baseball Softball Day one month away

Join the global baseball/softball community in marking a significant chapter on Friday 10 May, as the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) celebrates a decade of remarkable progress and achievements since Riccardo Fraccari's election as president in May 2014.

09/04/2024 1 Minute Read

New WBSC events bidding calendar published

Immediate tournaments available for hosting include the XXXII U-18 Baseball World Cup and the II Youth Baseball5 World Cup in 2025.

08/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Canada, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Puerto Rico earn tickets to WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup. Puerto Rico claim first-ever Pan American title

The five qualified squads complete the field of 18 teams competing in the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup, which will open this summer with three Group Stage tournaments in Brazil, China and USA.

05/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Men's Softball World Cup Americas Qualifier live on GameTime

The Pan American Championship, which will award the last five spots for the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup, will run from 7 to 14 April. All games will be live-streamed on GameTime.

05/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Lefty Jack Besgrove highlights Australian roster to start Men's Softball World Cup title defence

Australia, ranked No. 1 in the world, included 10 world champions in their roster, including ace Jack Besgrove.

04/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Women's Softball World Cup Finals: Special ticket offer for International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

Tickets and tournament passes will be available through the Vivaticket platform with a 20% discount on Saturday, 6, and Sunday, 7 April.

29/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Where to Watch: U-18 Women's Softball Pan American Championship live on GameTime

Tournament and Daily Passes are some of the options to watch the U-18 Women's Softball Pan American Championship, a qualifier for the WBSC U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup, on GameTime. The tournament opens on March 30 in Monteria, Colombia.

28/03/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Yearbook 2023: "A memorable journey" of wonderful achievement - President Fraccari

The digital publication encompassing an "impressive" year for the World Baseball Softball Confederation is available to download on the WBSC website.

28/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Women's Softball: Czechia to host European champions the Netherlands in four game series

From 29 April to 1 May, world No. 9 Czechia will stage a four-game, three-city series against No. 8 the Netherlands.

28/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Italian Softball League to open on 30 March

The defending champions, Forlì, will debut on home turf against Old Parma. The nine-team league will play a 32-game regular season. The top four finishers will advance to the playoffs.

28/03/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Academy: New scoring features online

The Tablet Course educates on using the BallClubz app. The online Workshops include lessons on scoring. A dedicated section offers documents needed to score games.

27/03/2024 1 Minute Read

U-18 Czechia Women's National Softball Team eyes World Cup group stage with tune-up tournaments in Italy

Czechia split their squad, with the first group playing the Coppa delle Prealpi I on March 17 and 18; and the second group playing the Coppa delle Prealpi II on March 23 and 24.

26/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Men's softball: Julio Gamarci steps down as Argentina National Team head coach

Gamarci steered Argentina to their three WBSC World Titles, one at senior level and two in the junior category.

25/03/2024 1 Minute Read

USA, Great Britain women's national softball teams to face off in Oklahoma City on 29-30 June

Great Britain and the United States last faced off during the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Group A playoffs in Balbriggan, Ireland last summer

22/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Anti-doping Monthly Webinar: Whereabouts – All Your Questions Answered

The partnership with the International Testing Agency offers WBSC members unique opportunities. The new webinar is scheduled for 25 March. The baseball/softball specific webinar will happen on 28 May. Education remains a paramount part of the WBSC anti-doping campaign.

22/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Steven Deans returns as New Zealand U-23 Men's National Softball Team head coach

Deans managed New Zealand at the WBSC U-23 Men's Softball World Cup held in Parana, Argentina last year.

18/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Yuruby Alicart home run, Dayra Sandoval shutout lift Charros de Jalisco to first Mexican Softball League title. Yeraldine Carrion MVP

The team from Guadalajara clinched the Serie de la Reina in four games and are the first-ever LMS champions.

13/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Burkina Faso stages Baseball, Softball and Baseball5 seminar in Ouagadougou

According to the National Federation President Ibrahima Siboré, the massive education activity will improve the level of competition in Burkina Faso.

12/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Lima to host 2027 Pan American Games, second time in eight years

During the Pan Am Games Lima 2019, Men's Baseball, Women's Softball and Men´s Softball were all featured as medal disciplines.

11/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Sultanes vs Charros for first-ever Mexican Softball League title; Watch the Finals on GameTime

The teams from Monterrey and Jalisco will battle in the Serie de la Reina. Games 1 and 2 will be played in Guadalajara, with the series moving to Monterrey to find the LMS champions.

11/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Olympic gold medallists Miu Goto, Hitomi Kawabata lead the way as Japan Women's National Softball Team opens training camp in Okinawa

A total of 25 players have been selected for the training camp, including two Olympic gold medallists in Tokyo 2020: Miu Goto and Hitomi Kawabata.

08/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Schedule announced for WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Americas Qualifier in Colombia

The event will take place at Amin Manzur Stadium in Monteria, Colombia, between 30 March and 6 April, with a total of 11 participating teams. The event will also serve as a qualifier for the Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025.

08/03/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC partners with Cricket; Flag Football, Lacrosse, Squash & LA28 to celebrate International Women’s Day

USA Softball's Kelly Maxwell joined stars from cricket, flag football, lacrosse and squash to #InspireInclusion

08/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Women's Sport - Playing a major part in the WBSC 2024 season

Celebrating International Women's Day, here's a close up look at two major tournaments on the WBSC events calendar in 2024 - the Finals of the XVII Women's Softball World Cup and the IX Women's Baseball World Cup. The mixed-gender Baseball5 World Cup will also take place in Hong Kong, China.

08/03/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup: Year-long celebratory Trophy Tour finishes in Australia

The tour saw the beautiful trophy shown off in Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania, along with ACT.

05/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Mexican Softball League playoffs set: Sultanes vs El Aguila & Charros vs Diablos. Follow the action on GameTime

Softball fans outside Mexico can watch the first-ever LMS postseason on GameTime, the WBSC-owned streaming platform. For $4.99 dollars, fans will get access to all the playoff games, including the finals, called Serie de la Reina (Queen Series).

05/03/2024 1 Minute Read

USA Softball Women's National Team to matchup against OKC Spark in June 2024

Before the two games, the U.S. Women’s National Team Selection Camp in Oklahoma City will host a week-long training camp.

05/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Australia win tune-up series against Chinese Taipei eyeing WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals

The home team, which is getting ready to play in the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals this summer, won the series 5-1.

04/03/2024 2 Minute Read

South Africa repeat as African Men's Softball Champions, qualify for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup along with Botswana

South Africa defeated Botswana, 2-0, in the final of the continental championship. Lesotho finished third.

01/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Heather Tarr returns as USA Softball Women's National Team head coach, aims to win WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals

“The USA Softball Coaching Staff for 2024 is well-experienced to lead our team to victory at the WBSC World Cup Finals in Italy,” said Tarr. “With Jimmy Kolaitis, Kyla Holas, and Tim Walton, this dynamic trio brings expertise, synergy, and passion. Our collaboration promises an exciting journey as we strive for gold!”

01/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Logo unveiled for U-15 Women's Softball European Championship

This initiative is part of WBSC Europe's ongoing efforts to enhance its branding and create a unified identity across its various competitions.

29/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Scott Sunley to manage World Champions Australia at WBSC Men's Softball World Cup

"If we continue to work hard, make smart decisions, and understand that you can always learn from the game then we can continue the success that has been built over the past few years. I’m extremely excited for what’s to come in 2024 and beyond,” said Sunley.

28/02/2024 1 Minute Read

New Zealand announce roster for WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup in Sao Paulo

"We know it's going to be incredibly tough to finish top two in our pool to get to the 2025 World Cup Finals but we are excited about the athleticism and potential of the individuals we have selected," said head coach Kiri Shaw.

27/02/2024 1 Minute Read

World powerhouses Japan, USA to clash in women's softball All-Star Series in July

The three-game series will be played in Nagoya, Fujinomiya and Yokohama in Japan, with a game in each city.

27/02/2024 2 Minute Read

Africa: Botswana, Lesotho, South Africa to contest two tickets to WBSC Men's Softball World Cup

The WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Africa Qualifier is set to begin on Thursday in Limpopo, South Africa.

26/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Softball Australia announces roster with eight Olympians for women's softball series against Chinese Taipei

Australia will participate in the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals in Castions di Strada, Italy from 15 and 21 July.

23/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Brazil, Colombia, Puerto Rico get ready for WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Americas Qualifiers

Five weeks away from the tournament's opening day, Brazil and Puerto Rico named their roster for the tournament, while hosts Colombia listed 35 players in their preliminary roster.

22/02/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup: Hong Kong, China announced as wild card entry, to play in Group B in Prince Albert

This marks Hong Kong, China's sixth participation in the top men softball competition in the world, and their return to the World Cup after seven years.

21/02/2024 2 Minute Read

Great Britain to visit OKC Spark eyeing Women's Softball World Cups, European Championship & LA28 Olympics

“As our journey towards the LA 2028 Olympic Games continues, the opportunity to play against quality competition becomes vitally important, especially with a group of young athletes," said Great Britain Softball Head of Performance Gary Anderson.