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."

11/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Junco Mulos, Florida Titanes, Cayey Toritos and Yabucoa Azucareros to compete in Puerto Rico Double-A League semifinals

The best-of-seven series will open on Friday, July 12. The Puerto Rico Baseball Federation announced that 68 teams will participate in the Roberto Clemente Youth Double-A League. The opening day is scheduled for August 3 in Yabucoa.

11/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC President’s visit to Senegal embraces Baseball5 progress ahead of Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026

One of the key meetings on the visit by the WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari to Senegal was with the Minister of Youth, Sports, and Culture, Khady Diène Gaye, who expressed her strong support for Baseball5, particularly in rural areas and in schools.

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.