Five countries and 30 national teams: Two-stage format proves successful for baseball and softball around the world

Five countries and 30 national teams: Two-stage format proves successful for baseball and softball around the world
22/09/2023
Ireland, Italy, Spain, Canada, and Japan welcomed the best of women's baseball and softball in a summer full of action, with 30 teams taking the field.
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WBSC Women’s Baseball World Ranking: Japan retain No. 1 position as five new programmes enter the ranking

WBSC Women’s Baseball World Ranking: Japan retain No. 1 position as five new programmes enter the ranking
21/09/2023
The latest WBSC Women’s Baseball World Ranking welcomed Indonesia (17), Thailand (19), Malaysia (21), Sri Lanka (21) and Great Britain (25) for a record-setting total of 25 women’s baseball programmes in the ranking.
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Chinese Taipei captain Yu-Ying Hsieh sending message to the world: “If you love it, go ahead and do it.”

Chinese Taipei captain Yu-Ying Hsieh sending message to the world: “If you love it, go ahead and do it.”
21/09/2023
The veteran starred during the Women's Baseball World Cup Group B in Miyoshi City, Japan. The WBSC had a chance to talk to her.
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Dates announced for WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Finals 2024. World Champion to be crowned on 3 August in Thunder Bay, Canada

Dates announced for WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Finals 2024. World Champion to be crowned on 3 August in Thunder Bay, Canada
20/09/2023
The six-team event will open on 28 July, with the World Championship Final scheduled on 3 August.
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Alfredo Despaigne: "Women's baseball is developing in Cuba"

Alfredo Despaigne: "Women's baseball is developing in Cuba"
20/09/2023
The international baseball veteran, currently representing NPB's Fukuoka Softball Hawks, visited the Cuban National Team during the Women's Baseball World Cup Group B.
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Venezuela's Fran-tastic Garcia and Japan's Kawabata, Onodera lead IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B by the numbers

Venezuela's Fran-tastic Garcia and Japan's Kawabata, Onodera lead IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B by the numbers
19/09/2023
Venezuela's Frandelis Garcia earned Most Outstanding Player honours while looking back at the tournament numbers, Japan's veteran Yuki Kawabata had the best batting average, and rising star Kana Onodera topped all pitchers with 18 strike outs.
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IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup-Group B Day 5: Japan, Chinese Taipei and Venezuela advance to Finals 2024

IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup-Group B Day 5: Japan, Chinese Taipei and Venezuela advance to Finals 2024
17/09/2023
Two teams punched their ticket to the Finals 2024 on Sunday after Japan was already confirmed on Saturday.
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Japan ends Group B with win over Cuba in front of impressive crowd

Japan ends Group B with win over Cuba in front of impressive crowd
17/09/2023
Japan celebrated their first place in Group B and the ticket for the 2024 Finals in front of over 2,700 fans.
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Frandelis Garcia takes Venezuela past Puerto Rico and to 2024 Finals

Frandelis Garcia takes Venezuela past Puerto Rico and to 2024 Finals
17/09/2023
The starting pitcher threw a complete game shutout and batted in two runs. Venezuela joined Japan and Chinese Taipei in the 2024 World Championship Stage.
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Chinese Taipei beat France in five, punch ticket for 2024 Finals

Chinese Taipei beat France in five, punch ticket for 2024 Finals
17/09/2023
France took a 5-1 lead in the third, then Chinese Taipei reversed with a seven-run rally and went on to close the game by the run-difference rule. At the end of the game, the WBSC awarded Chinese Taipei the second ticket for the 2024 Thunder Bay World Championship Stage.
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Will Sakura Fujiwara be the next Madonna Japan star?

Will Sakura Fujiwara be the next Madonna Japan star?
17/09/2023
The 14-year-old Niiza East Little Senior student, who has been a pitcher since age five, officiated the ceremonial first pitch before the Chinese Taipei-Japan game on Saturday.
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WBSC IX WBWC Group B Day 4: Japan shut out Chinese Taipei, both advance to Finals 2024. Venezuela win extra-inning thriller against Cuba.

WBSC IX WBWC Group B Day 4: Japan shut out Chinese Taipei, both advance to Finals 2024. Venezuela win extra-inning thriller against Cuba.
16/09/2023
Japan became the first team awarded a ticket to the 2024 World Championship stage as they beat Chinese Taipei. Puerto Rico outscored France, and Venezuela won an extra-inning thriller against Cuba. They will play a one-game playoff on Sunday for a spot in the final stage. Saturday's results also saw Chinese Taipei book a spot in the 2024 tournament. They will be awarded their ticket on Sunday, after the game against France.
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Venezuela win extra-inning thriller with Cuba, will compete with Puerto Rico for third spot in Finals 2024

Venezuela win extra-inning thriller with Cuba, will compete with Puerto Rico for third spot in Finals 2024
16/09/2023
Starting pitchers Mariana Natera and Yanet Cruz went both the distance as Venezuela and Cuba fuelled into the extra inning for a chance to earn a ticket to the World Championship stage. Venezuela won on a bunt by Srishna Arciniega in the bottom of the eighth.
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Onodera, timely hitting lead Japan over Chinese Taipei and to Finals 2024

Onodera, timely hitting lead Japan over Chinese Taipei and to Finals 2024
16/09/2023
Kana Onodera threw a complete game shutout, limiting Chinese Taipei to four hits and retiring the final 12 outs in order. Yuki Kawabata and Kae Iwami provided the RBI hits.
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Puerto Rico outscore France to stay in the mix for a Finals 2024 spot

Puerto Rico outscore France to stay in the mix for a Finals 2024 spot
16/09/2023
France stayed in the game through the sixth, then Puerto Rico broke the score open with seven runs. France blew consecutive bases-loaded scoring opportunities in the fourth and the fifth.
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IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B - Day 3: Japan, Chinese Taipei one step closer to Finals 2024

IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B - Day 3: Japan, Chinese Taipei one step closer to Finals 2024
15/09/2023
The hosts won a tough game against Venezuela thanks to a walk-off hit by backup catcher Nanako Hanabusa. Chinese Taipei outscored Puerto Rico. They are both 3-0 and will face each other on Saturday. With Cuba, Puerto Rico and Venezuela tied at 1-2, the third ticket for the Finals next year in Thunder Bay, Canada is open.
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Nanako Hanabusa leads Japan to walk-off win over Venezuela, keep unbeaten run

Nanako Hanabusa leads Japan to walk-off win over Venezuela, keep unbeaten run
15/09/2023
Venezuela took a 4-2 lead in the fifth. Japan tied the game in the bottom half of the frame and won it on a two-out and two-strike walk-off hit by catcher Nanako Hanabusa in the bottom of the seventh. Legendary Ayami Sato pitched in relief to earn the win.
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Chinese Taipei beat Puerto Rico in slugfest, stay undefeated

Chinese Taipei beat Puerto Rico in slugfest, stay undefeated
15/09/2023
Chinese Taipei took a comfortable lead, scoring six in the bottom of the first. Lineups outplayed pitchers, and the two teams combined for 23 hits. Still, the game's turning point was a perfect sliding catch by Chinese Taipei's left fielder Yu Chuan Tu.
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IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Day 2: Easy wins for Japan, Puerto Rico and Chinese Taipei

IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Day 2: Easy wins for Japan, Puerto Rico and Chinese Taipei
14/09/2023
Japan scored six in the top of the first on their way to a win in five innings against France. Puerto Rico opened the score with five runs in the bottom of the first and closed the game in five against Cuba. Venezuela took a 2-1 lead in the third, then Chinese Taipei took control and went on to win 10-2.
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Japan outscore France to stay undefeated

Japan outscore France to stay undefeated
14/09/2023
The defending World Champions scored six in the top of the first and cruised to an easy win in five innings.
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Puerto Rico's four at-bats enough to beat Cuba

Puerto Rico's four at-bats enough to beat Cuba
14/09/2023
Five runs in the bottom of the first set the tone. The game ended after the top of the fifth due to the run-difference rule.
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Chinese Taipei speed makes difference against Venezuela

Chinese Taipei speed makes difference against Venezuela
14/09/2023
The game started with a two-hour delay because of inclement weather. Venezuela took a 2-1 lead into the third, then Chinese Taipei took control. Chiao Chi Lai pitched six innings for the win.
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CARNEXT becomes presenting sponsor of WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Final Stage

CARNEXT becomes presenting sponsor of WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Final Stage
14/09/2023
CARNEXT, a major sponsor of Samurai Japan, is extending its support to the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup, providing fans with excitement and top-level sports entertainment and competition while promoting the empowerment of women.
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Japan First Lady Yuko Kishida: Women's Baseball builds friendships that "last long and survive beyond the borders"

Japan First Lady Yuko Kishida: Women's Baseball builds friendships that "last long and survive beyond the borders"
13/09/2023
The Miyoshi native threw the ceremonial first pitch before Japan-Puerto Rico. She told the WBSC that "it is exceptional that Miyoshi can host an event of this calibre".
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Women's Baseball World Cup Group B - Day 1: Japan, Venezuela and Chinese Taipei debut with wins

Women's Baseball World Cup Group B - Day 1: Japan, Venezuela and Chinese Taipei debut with wins
13/09/2023
The First Lady of Japan, Yuko Kishida, threw the ceremonial first pitch in Miyoshi before Japan-Puerto Rico. The defending World Champions struggled for three innings against Janiliz Rivera, then scored all their runs in the fourth. Venezuela came from behind to outscore France in six innings by the run-difference rule. Cuba scored in their first at-bat, but Chinese Taipei reversed the lead in the bottom of the first and took control.
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Puerto Rico strike first but fall to hosts Japan

Puerto Rico strike first but fall to hosts Japan
13/09/2023
Puerto Rico's ace Janiliz Rivera kept the defending World Champions hitless for three innings. Japan scored all the runs they needed in the bottom of the fourth. Kana Onodera struck out 12 and earned the win.
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Venezuela bounce back from early deficit to beat France in six innings

Venezuela bounce back from early deficit to beat France in six innings
13/09/2023
France started their first-ever Women's Baseball World Cup game well and scored first, leaving Venezuela behind 1-0 in the first. The debutantes stayed in the game for four innings, but the South American side roared back for an 11-1 six-inning romp.
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Chiao Yun Huang leads Chinese Taipei to first win

Chiao Yun Huang leads Chinese Taipei to first win
13/09/2023
The starting pitcher threw five solid innings for the win and contributed from the cleanup spot with two hits and two RBIs.
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Miyoshi City Mayor Satoshi Fukuoka: "We want the Kinsai Stadium to be a sacred place for Women's Baseball"

Miyoshi City Mayor Satoshi Fukuoka: "We want the Kinsai Stadium to be a sacred place for Women's Baseball"
12/09/2023
Miyoshi city in Japan treated the WBSC Family and the teams participating in the IX Women's Baseball World Cup Group B to a welcome reception. WBSC Secretary General Beng Choo Low said: "We feel flattered by the attention and care we see in Mayor Satoshi Fukuoka's welcome plan."
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Women's Baseball World Cup Group B press conference: Teams "thrilled" to be in Miyoshi City

Women's Baseball World Cup Group B press conference: Teams "thrilled" to be in Miyoshi City
12/09/2023
The managers and captains of Japan, Chinese Taipei, Cuba and France met the press in Miyoshi City, Japan. WBSC Executive Director Michael Schmidt said having six teams represent three different continents is "what the WBSC is about, bringing the world together".
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How to watch WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group B: GameTime to live-stream all 15 games of the tournament

How to watch WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group B: GameTime to live-stream all 15 games of the tournament
11/09/2023
GameTime, the WBSC-owned streaming subscription service, has two different packages available to watch the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group B - a Group Pass and a Daily Pass.
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IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup - Group B by the numbers

IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup - Group B by the numbers
07/09/2023
From 1 to 6,130.74: Check the IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup-Group B, presented by CARNEXT, through numbers and fun facts.
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One week to go: Meet Miyoshi, the host city of the IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup-Group B

One week to go: Meet Miyoshi, the host city of the IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup-Group B
06/09/2023
The Women's Baseball Town is located in the Hiroshima Prefecture, about 60 kilometres, or 37 miles, from the capital city. The Miyoshi Kinsai Stadium, a 16,000-seat venue with artificial turf, will host all the games. The Mayor Satoshi Fukuoka welcomes the participants.
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10 things to know about the IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup

10 things to know about the IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup
05/09/2023
The IX Women's Baseball World Cup-Group B presented by CARNEXT starts on 13 September. Take a look at these 10 key points that will guide you through the event.
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10 Days to Go: Three former medallists highlight IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B

10 Days to Go: Three former medallists highlight IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B
03/09/2023
Japan are six-time Women's Baseball World Champions and will host the event for the third time. They have participated in all the editions along with Chinese Taipei, the finalists of the 2018 World Cup. Venezuela (and USA, Canada, and Australia from Group A) have also made the podium at least once. France will make their debut.
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Women's Baseball World Cup - Group B | 20 Days to Go: Women's Baseball continues to thrive in Japan

Women's Baseball World Cup - Group B | 20 Days to Go: Women's Baseball continues to thrive in Japan
24/08/2023
Japan, the No. 1 Women's Baseball programme in the world, has experienced a surge in local competition despite the professional league being discontinued in 2021. Former Women's Baseball World Cup Ayako Rokkaku and WBSC Women's Baseball Commission chair Hiroko Yamada explain more.
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Six-time defending World Champions Japan announce roster for IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup - Group B

Six-time defending World Champions Japan announce roster for IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup - Group B
24/08/2023
Former pitcher Risa Nakajima is the manager. Six players will return from the 2018 World Champion team, including MVP Ayami Sato. Rising star Kana Onodera is regarded as the next staff ace.
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Media accreditation for IX Women's Baseball World Cup Group B presented by CARNEXT open until 10 September

Media accreditation for IX Women's Baseball World Cup Group B presented by CARNEXT open until 10 September
18/08/2023
Details about the pre-tournament press conference and protocol for interviews will be shared at a later date.
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Yomiuri Giants win 18th Japanese Women's Baseball Club Championship

18/08/2023
The Giants defeated the Seibu Lions in the final. Kana Onodera beat legendary Ayami Sato after an exciting pitching duel. Kazutomo Miyamoto, a former Yomiuri Giants pitcher who helped Japan win the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics demonstration tournament, managed a young team to success.
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Puerto Rico announce 20-player roster for Women's Baseball World Cup Group B

Puerto Rico announce 20-player roster for Women's Baseball World Cup Group B
17/08/2023
Star Adrix Paradiso and veteran Lisandra Berrios will lead a team including four rookies.
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IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Final Day: USA win Group A undefeated; Canada and Mexico finish second and third respectively

IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Final Day: USA win Group A undefeated; Canada and Mexico finish second and third respectively
13/08/2023
USA finished in first place with a 5-0 record, followed by Canada (4-1) in the second position, and Mexico (3-2) finished third, earning the wild card for the Finals.
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Canada beat Korea in five innings, clinch second-place finish in Group A

Canada beat Korea in five innings, clinch second-place finish in Group A
13/08/2023
Julia Konigshofer homered in her first official at-bat in the Canadian uniform and ended the game with four RBIs.
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Australia top Hong Kong, China to finish fourth in WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A

Australia top Hong Kong, China to finish fourth in WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A
13/08/2023
The Asians had a two-run lead in the top of the fifth, when Australia mounted the comeback to take the lead.
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Naomi Ryan’s two RBIs, strong pitching propel USA to 2-0 win over Mexico, Group A first place

Naomi Ryan’s two RBIs, strong pitching propel USA to 2-0 win over Mexico, Group A first place
13/08/2023
USA pitchers Elise Berger, Cody Eckert, Olivia Pichardo and Megan Meidlinger combined for the one-hit shutout.
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IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Day 5: USA, Mexico, Canada advance to Finals 2024

IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Day 5: USA, Mexico, Canada advance to Finals 2024
12/08/2023
USA remain undefeated as they beat Hong Kong, China; Mexico recorded their third-straight win after beating Korea, and Canada bounced back from Friday's loss to overcome Australia. With one more playing day left, all of Saturday's three winners have already secured the Finals 2024 berths.
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Late comeback gives Canada win over Australia, ticket for Finals 2024

Late comeback gives Canada win over Australia, ticket for Finals 2024
12/08/2023
The host team entered the sixth inning with a three-run deficit, but a pair of rallies in the last two innings of the game enabled them the win.
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Rosa del Castillo’s gem, balanced offence give Mexico third consecutive win

Rosa del Castillo’s gem, balanced offence give Mexico third consecutive win
12/08/2023
Mexico’s ace Rosa del Castillo pitched a shutout with five strikeouts and three hits.
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USA defeat Hong Kong, China, secure spot in Finals 2024

USA defeat Hong Kong, China, secure spot in Finals 2024
12/08/2023
Team USA's win record is now 4-0, which guarantees them a place in the Finals.
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IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A: Day 4 games rained out, moved to Sunday

IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A: Day 4 games rained out, moved to Sunday
11/08/2023
Friday's three games at Port Arthur Stadium have been suspended and moved to the rain day on Sunday, 13 August.
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Canada's Alli Schroder on fire and the growth of Women's Baseball

Canada's Alli Schroder on fire and the growth of Women's Baseball
11/08/2023
Schroder is a 21-year-old veteran who helped Canada earn a bronze medal in the 2018 Women's Baseball World Cup. In the summer of 2021, she fought wildfires which tore through British Columbia.
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Zoe Hicks: A duel code trail blazer in Women's Baseball and Softball

Zoe Hicks: A duel code trail blazer in Women's Baseball and Softball
11/08/2023
Hicks (pictured No 13) played first base for Canada in last month's WBSC Women's Softball World Cup and is now playing third base at the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup.
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WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A Day 3: Australia claim first win of the tournament; Mexico defeat Hong Kong, China; USA win big against Canada

WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A Day 3: Australia claim first win of the tournament; Mexico defeat Hong Kong, China; USA win big against Canada
10/08/2023
With Thursday's results, the United States are just one step away from securing a spot in the Finals 2024. Mexico took a great step in the same direction with their win over Hong Kong, China, while Australia survived with their win and are still in contention for a ticket to next year's Finals.
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Olivia Pichardo, Kelsey Whitmore homer as USA mount two 10-run innings to beat Canada

Olivia Pichardo, Kelsey Whitmore homer as USA mount two 10-run innings to beat Canada
10/08/2023
United States mounted back-to-back 10-run innings in the fourth and fifth, highlighting Pichardo and Whitmore’s home runs.
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Denise Perez’s eight RBIs, home run fuel Mexico’s 16-6 win over Hong Kong, China

Denise Perez’s eight RBIs, home run fuel Mexico’s 16-6 win over Hong Kong, China
10/08/2023
The Mexican second base had a monster offensive game, going 4-for-4 with eight RBIS and two scored runs.
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Ticara Geldenhuis’ homer lifts Australia over Korea 10-3

Ticara Geldenhuis’ homer lifts Australia over Korea 10-3
10/08/2023
Claire O’Sullivan pitched five quality innings in her first appearance on the mound, striking out six while allowing three hits and one run.
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IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A Day 2: Mexico claim first-ever win in extras; Canada and USA record second victories

IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A Day 2: Mexico claim first-ever win in extras; Canada and USA record second victories
10/08/2023
USA defeated Korea in the morning game, 14-0. In the afternoon, Mexico defeated Australia in extras, while Canada beat Hong Kong, China in five innings.
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Canada beat Hong Kong, China in five to claim second win of the tournament

Canada beat Hong Kong, China in five to claim second win of the tournament
10/08/2023
Half of Canada’s hits came off the bat of Alexane Fournier (5-for-6) and Zoe Hicks (3-for-3), who also combined for four RBIs and three runs scored.
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Eighth-inning offensive outburst gives Mexico first-ever WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup win

Eighth-inning offensive outburst gives Mexico first-ever WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup win
09/08/2023
A three-run homer by Diana Ibarra capped an eight-run eighth inning for Mexico to secure a 16-8 win over Australia. It’s the country’s first win in the history of the competition.
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USA put on offensive showcase in 14-0 win over Korea

USA put on offensive showcase in 14-0 win over Korea
09/08/2023
Team USA scored in every at bat, including multiple-run rallies in the first, fourth and fifth innings.
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WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group A Day 1: Hong Kong, China; USA and Canada start with wins

WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group A Day 1: Hong Kong, China; USA and Canada start with wins
09/08/2023
Day 1 saw Hong Kong, China earning a key win against Korea, USA winning their opener against Australia and Canada earning a 9-1 win over Mexico to close the day.
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Madison Willan’s four RBIs lead Canada to 9-1 win against Mexico

Madison Willan’s four RBIs lead Canada to 9-1 win against Mexico
09/08/2023
Willan led the Canadian lineup, going 2-for-2 with four RBIs and two runs scored.
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Elise Berger’s outing lifts USA to 3-2 win over Australia

Elise Berger’s outing lifts USA to 3-2 win over Australia
08/08/2023
Berger was the winning pitcher after 5.2 innings of work and 84 pitches. She allowed two hits and one run, with a strikeout.
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Wing Hin Ng’s go-ahead single gives Hong Kong, China crucial come-from-behind win over Korea

Wing Hin Ng’s go-ahead single gives Hong Kong, China crucial come-from-behind win over Korea
08/08/2023
Hong Kong, China entered the seventh inning with a two-run deficit, but a Wing Hin Ng two-run single capped a four-run rally to grab the win.
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Exciting players, tough competition expected in Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A as managers announce their Opening Day starters at press conference

Exciting players, tough competition expected in Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A as managers announce their Opening Day starters at press conference
07/08/2023
The managers of Australia, Canada, Hong Kong-China, Korea, Mexico and USA spoke about the tournament and their expectations during the pre-tournament press conference in Thunder Bay.
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WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A preview: Korea & Hong Kong, China open five day battle for a spot in the Finals 2024

WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A preview: Korea & Hong Kong, China open five day battle for a spot in the Finals 2024
07/08/2023
Owners of six medals each in this competition, Canada and USA lead off the tournament as the favourites to clinch a ticket to the Finals next year.
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Meet Thunder Bay, host of the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A

Meet Thunder Bay, host of the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A
06/08/2023
Located along the northwest shoreline of Lake Superior, the city takes its name from the bay at the head of Lake Superior and is considered the sunniest city in eastern Canada.
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Two-Stage Format, the novelty of the IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup

Two-Stage Format, the novelty of the IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup
05/08/2023
The premier women’s baseball competition returns after five years with a renovated competition system. All Women’s Baseball World Cup games will be played in seven innings.
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10 things to know about the IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A

10 things to know about the IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A
05/08/2023
The IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A will be played from 8 to 13 August in Thunder Bay, Canada.
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IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup by the numbers

IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup by the numbers
03/08/2023
Check out the key numbers for the IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup ahead of the Group Stage, which opens on 8 August in Thunder Bay, Canada.
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Watch the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage on GameTime: Tournament, Group and Daily passes available

Watch the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage on GameTime: Tournament, Group and Daily passes available
02/08/2023
A tournament pass for $15.99 (US dollars) will give subscribers access to all 30 games of this year’s Group Stage.
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Bronze medallists Kaitlyn Ross, Allison Schroder and Madison Willan highlight Canada’s roster for WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A

Bronze medallists Kaitlyn Ross, Allison Schroder and Madison Willan highlight Canada’s roster for WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A
02/08/2023
“We are really happy with the group of players that have been selected to represent Canada in Thunder Bay,” said Women’s National Team Manager Anthony Pluta.
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USA Baseball reveals IX Women's Baseball World Cup final roster

USA Baseball reveals IX Women's Baseball World Cup final roster
14/07/2023
The roster includes five rookies and 15 players who helped the US win the 2022 friendship series with Canada. Veteran Anna Kimbrell will represent her country internationally for the 11th time.
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Japan's star centre fielder Iori Miura: "You can't have your guard down in the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup"

Japan's star centre fielder Iori Miura: "You can't have your guard down in the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup"
10/07/2023
The 30-year-old star helped her country win four World Cups and spoke to the local press after officiating a ceremonial first pitch during NPB's Samurai Japan Day at Koshien Stadium.
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USA Baseball starts Women's National Team identification process

USA Baseball starts Women's National Team identification process
07/07/2023
The US Women's National Open will involve 57 players split into four teams; 40 will participate in the National Team's open camp. Manager Veronica Alvarez will reveal the final 20-player roster on 13 July.
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Media accreditation open for IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup

Media accreditation open for IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup
05/07/2023
The IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group A is scheduled from 8 to 13 August in Thunder Bay, Canada. The registration deadline is Friday, 4 August. Miyoshi City, Japan, will host Group B from 13 to 18 September. The registration deadline is Sunday, 10 September.
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Schedule unveiled for WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage

Schedule unveiled for WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage
22/06/2023
The Women’s Baseball World Cup will be played under the Two-Stage Format for the first time. This will result in 30 games played during the Group Stage, featuring two single round-robin groups.
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Women’s Baseball World Cup: Group B hosts Japan celebrate three-months-to-go mark with press conference in Hiroshima

Women’s Baseball World Cup: Group B hosts Japan celebrate three-months-to-go mark with press conference in Hiroshima
16/06/2023
Tokyo 2020 Gold Medallist and Premier12 2019 champion Ryosuke Kikuchi joined the event.
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Japan wins Women's Baseball Asia Cup, group stage set for IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup

Japan wins Women's Baseball Asia Cup, group stage set for IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup
01/06/2023
Japan and Chinese Taipei will compete in Group B, while Korea and Hong Kong-China will join Group A at the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup later this year. The tournament can be watched on the WBSC's OTT Channel GameTime, with WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup viewing options now released.
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Women's Baseball European Championship postponed to 2025 to align with WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup

Women's Baseball European Championship postponed to 2025 to align with WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup
31/05/2023
France won the first two editions of the Women's Baseball European Championship in 2019 and 2022.
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Chinese Taipei, Korea, Hong Kong-China complete Women's Baseball World Cup participants

Chinese Taipei, Korea, Hong Kong-China complete Women's Baseball World Cup participants
29/05/2023
The World Nos. 2, 10, and 11 women's baseball international programmes will compete with world No. 1 Japan in the Women's Baseball Asia Cup Super Round. The tournament outcome will determine Asia 2 (Group B), 3 and 4 (Group A) in the World Cup's first stage. Japan will compete as Asia 1 in Group B.
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Veronica Alvarez to manage World No. 4 USA at IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup

Veronica Alvarez to manage World No. 4 USA at IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup
26/05/2023
The former USA catcher's staff will include pitching coach Reynol Mendoza and assistant coaches Alex Oglesby and Malaika Underwood. Alvarez will evaluate her players at the Women’s National Open in July.
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Hong Kong-China host first Women's Baseball Asia Summit

Hong Kong-China host first Women's Baseball Asia Summit
25/05/2023
The participants shared their women's baseball development status and discussed future projects with the WBSC Women's Baseball Commission.
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India, Indonesia advance to second round of Women's Baseball Asia Cup

India, Indonesia advance to second round of Women's Baseball Asia Cup
23/05/2023
In Group A of the second round, World No. 18 India will face No. 2 Chinese Taipei, No. 15 China, and No. 11 Hong Kong-China. In Group B, Indonesia will play No. 1 Japan, No. 10 Korea, No. 14 Philippines.
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Women's baseball pioneer Justine Siegal: "It’s beautiful to see how the game has grown around the world"

Women's baseball pioneer Justine Siegal: "It’s beautiful to see how the game has grown around the world"
23/05/2023
The WBSC spoke with the first woman to coach a men's baseball team after she served as a guest coach for the Sultanes de Monterrey of the Mexican Baseball League.
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Puerto Rico sweep Cuba in women's baseball friendly series

Puerto Rico sweep Cuba in women's baseball friendly series
22/05/2023
Puerto Rico won all the six games played in Havana. Puerto Rico and Cuba will compete in Group B of the first stage of the IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup.
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First round of Women's Baseball Asia Cup to open on 21 May

First round of Women's Baseball Asia Cup to open on 21 May
20/05/2023
Six teams will compete for two spots in the championship round, a WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Qualifier set to start on 26 May.
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Women's Baseball Asia Cup 2023: Schedule announced for WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup qualifier

Women's Baseball Asia Cup 2023: Schedule announced for WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup qualifier
12/05/2023
The top three finishers, not counting Japan who are already qualified for the IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup as the host of one of the groups, will advance to the premier international event for women's baseball, which is scheduled to take place in August and September this year.
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Miyoshi City ready to host IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B

Miyoshi City ready to host IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B
12/05/2023
"We couldn't imagine a better location for successful Women's Baseball World Cup action," said WBSC Executive Director Michael Schmidt after inspecting Kinsai Stadium.
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Puerto Rico to travel to Cuba for Women's Baseball World Cup warm up games

Puerto Rico to travel to Cuba for Women's Baseball World Cup warm up games
09/05/2023
The six friendlies are scheduled from 15 to 20 May in Havana. Puerto Rico and Cuba will compete in Group B in Miyoshi City, Japan, from 13 to 17 September.
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Women's Baseball Asia Cup to qualify three teams for IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup

Women's Baseball Asia Cup to qualify three teams for IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup
31/03/2023
The tournament is scheduled from 21 May to 2 June in Hong Kong. Taiwan was also confirmed to host in November the Asian Baseball Championship, a qualifier to the WBSC U-23 Baseball World Cup 2024 while China will host the U-15 Asian Baseball Championship.
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IX Women's Baseball World Cup: WBSC reveals second Wild Card, group composition

IX Women's Baseball World Cup: WBSC reveals second Wild Card, group composition
27/03/2023
World No. 4 USA earned the second Wild Card, becoming the eighth qualified National Team. Group B hosts and defending World Champions Japan became the ninth. The final three teams will be determined at the Women's Baseball Asia Cup in May.
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International Women's Day: Ayako Rokkaku - Women's baseball a great opportunity for girls to experience the benefits of sport

International Women's Day: Ayako Rokkaku - Women's baseball a great opportunity for girls to experience the benefits of sport
08/03/2023
The reigning Baseball5 World Cup MVP and Women's Baseball World Cup winner talks about her life in baseball and an exciting future ahead.
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Japanese Women's Baseball City Miyoshi to host IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B

Japanese Women's Baseball City Miyoshi to host IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group B
14/02/2023
The tournament is scheduled from 13 to 18 September and will qualify two teams for the final stage, which will take place in Thunder Bay, Canada in 2024.
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Former KBO star, Premier12 champion & Olympic gold medalist Keun-Woo Jeong joins Korean Women's Baseball National Team coaching staff

Former KBO star, Premier12 champion & Olympic gold medalist Keun-Woo Jeong joins Korean Women's Baseball National Team coaching staff
02/02/2023
Korea will participate in the Baseball Federation of Asia (BFA) Qualifier for the IV WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup, scheduled from 21 May to 2 June in Hong Kong.
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Puerto Rican Women's Baseball National Team to warm up in domestic youth men's league

Puerto Rican Women's Baseball National Team to warm up in domestic youth men's league
11/01/2023
They will compete in 20 games in the 24-team league, which opens on 11 February. Puerto Rico is one of seven Nations already qualified for the IX WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup.
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Canada to host IX Women's Baseball World Cup Finals and Group A in Thunder Bay

Canada to host IX Women's Baseball World Cup Finals and Group A in Thunder Bay
20/12/2022
The IX Women's Baseball World Cup starts with the group stage in 2023 followed by the Finals in 2024 scheduled for the summer of 2024.
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WBSC World Cup umpire Po-Chun Liu awarded for her dedication to gender equality in sports

WBSC World Cup umpire Po-Chun Liu awarded for her dedication to gender equality in sports
12/12/2022
After receiving the IOC Women and Sports World Trophy in 2019, Po-Chun Liu, the first female World Cup Baseball umpire from Taiwan, received another recognition at the 26th Sports Elite Awards.
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Olivia Pichardo becomes first woman to play Division 1 collegiate baseball in the US

Olivia Pichardo becomes first woman to play Division 1 collegiate baseball in the US
29/11/2022
The 18-year-old Queens, New York, native and USA women's National Team alum made the team at Brown University, Rhode Island. Before her, 16 girls made it to collegiate baseball, none at the Division 1 level
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Puerto Rico Double-A Women's Baseball League ready for All-Star Game

Puerto Rico Double-A Women's Baseball League ready for All-Star Game
11/11/2022
The event is scheduled for Sunday, 13 November, in Domingo Ruiz de Arecibo and will involve 60 players.
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International umpire Po Chun Liu honoured at Sports Elite Awards in Taiwan

International umpire Po Chun Liu honoured at Sports Elite Awards in Taiwan
07/11/2022
The Sports Administration stated that she will receive a special commendation "for her dedication to achieving gender equality in sports".
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Venezuela tops Puerto Rico to win WBSC Americas Women's Baseball World Cup Qualifier

Venezuela tops Puerto Rico to win WBSC Americas Women's Baseball World Cup Qualifier
22/08/2022
Americas champion Venezuela, 2nd Place Puerto Rico, 3rd Place Mexico and 4th Place Cuba all qualify for the next WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup.
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Puerto Rico, Mexico, Cuba, Venezuela qualify for first stage of WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup

Puerto Rico, Mexico, Cuba, Venezuela qualify for first stage of WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup
18/08/2022
After a six-team round robin, the semifinals are now set for the WBSC Americas Qualifier. Games are being live-streamed on host Venezuela Baseball Federation's Youtube channel.
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WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup: France qualifies for first stage; Americas Qualifier set to open in Venezuela

WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup: France qualifies for first stage; Americas Qualifier set to open in Venezuela
12/08/2022
France is the first of 12 nations to clinch a spot in the first stage to be played in 2023. Four National Teams will come out of the Americas Qualifier, set to open today.
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Venezuela to host Americas Qualifier to group stage of Women's Baseball World Cup

Venezuela to host Americas Qualifier to group stage of Women's Baseball World Cup
15/07/2022
World No. 5 Venezuela will host the Americas Qualifier in La Guaira from 12 to 21 August. The top four finishers will advance to the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup group stage, scheduled for 2023.
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Lara wins Venezuelan Women’s Baseball League 2022

Lara wins Venezuelan Women’s Baseball League 2022
27/06/2022
Lara clinched the title with a come from behind 8-7 win over Anzoategui in the final game of the competition.
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Venezuelan Women’s Baseball League enters final stage

Venezuelan Women’s Baseball League enters final stage
24/06/2022
Down to four teams, the league will crown a champion on Sunday, 26 June. The semifinals will take place on Friday and Saturday.
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Schedule announced for USA-Canada Women’s Baseball Friendship Series

Schedule announced for USA-Canada Women’s Baseball Friendship Series
22/06/2022
Canada is currently the third-ranked nation in the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Rankings, while USA is fourth.
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WBSC renews partnership with SSK as supplier of Official Ball, Umpire Kit of Baseball World Cups, Premier12

WBSC renews partnership with SSK as supplier of Official Ball, Umpire Kit of Baseball World Cups, Premier12

New Amazon Prime series based on women's baseball, A League of Their Own is coming soon

New Amazon Prime series based on women's baseball, A League of Their Own is coming soon
10/06/2022
Set in the height of World War II, the television series will follow a group of professional women's baseball players in the newly established league.
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Veronica Alvarez to return as US Women's National Baseball Team manager

Veronica Alvarez to return as US Women's National Baseball Team manager
27/05/2022
The 39-year-old former catcher will lead the US to an international friendship series against Canada from 28 July to 1 August.
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Canada, USA to play Women's Baseball Friendship Series

Canada, USA to play Women's Baseball Friendship Series
09/05/2022
The five-game series is set to take place from July 28-August 1 in Thunder Bay, Ontario May 9, 2022.
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Kelsie Whitmore: WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup star becomes first woman to start a game in MLB's partner Atlantic League of Professional Baseball

Kelsie Whitmore: WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup star becomes first woman to start a game in MLB's partner Atlantic League of Professional Baseball
02/05/2022
The 24-year-old played in three editions of the Women's Baseball World Cup for USA - 2014, 2016 and 2018. She played left-field and batted ninth for the Staten Island FerryHawks on Sunday, 1 May having played college softball for the famed Cal State Fullerton programme from 2017 to 2020.
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'Best female pitcher in world' Ayami Sato headlines upcoming Australian Women's Baseball Showcase; WBSC to stream event

'Best female pitcher in world' Ayami Sato headlines upcoming Australian Women's Baseball Showcase; WBSC to stream event
28/04/2022
The Adelaide Giants, Brisbane Bandits and Victoria Aces will meet in the showcase. The WBSC will live-stream the games to international audiences.
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WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup star Ra-kyung Kim promotes women's baseball in Korea

WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup star Ra-kyung Kim promotes women's baseball in Korea
07/04/2022
The 22-year old pitcher, who made her National Team debut at 15, founded a team called Just Do Baseball. "I just hope opportunities will start to open up, to at least create an environment where we can enjoy baseball."
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Global Game Podcast: "Good things keep happening for women’s baseball” - Janiliz Rivera

Global Game Podcast: "Good things keep happening for women’s baseball” - Janiliz Rivera
31/03/2022
Rivera told Adriana Flores, host of The Global Game podcast, that women reaching top-level positions in professional baseball organisations at managerial and front office roles, including Major League Baseball (MLB) is "an inspiration for everyone...it’s an extra motivation to keep fighting and working for our sport in our countries.”
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Cuba Women's Baseball on the rise

Cuba Women's Baseball on the rise
30/03/2022
The women's programme, ranked seventh in the world, surpassed the men's programme, currently at No.9, for the first time in 2021.
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WBSC announces long-term Baseball World Cup rights partnership with Japanese media giant Hakuhodo DY media partners

WBSC announces long-term Baseball World Cup rights partnership with Japanese media giant Hakuhodo DY media partners
23/03/2022
The seven-year agreement, which runs through 2028, exclusively awards Hakuhodo the media rights in Japan for all WBSC’s Baseball World Cups, including the U-23 Baseball World Cup, the U-18 Baseball World Cup, the U-15 Baseball World Cup, the U-12 Baseball World Cup and the Women’s Baseball World Cup.
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Former Premier12, Olympic Qualifier coach Carlos Ferrer to manage Puerto Rico Women's National Baseball Team

Former Premier12, Olympic Qualifier coach Carlos Ferrer to manage Puerto Rico Women's National Baseball Team

Role models on the rise: WBSC Women's Baseball Development Commission celebrates International Women's Day through live webinar

Role models on the rise: WBSC Women's Baseball Development Commission celebrates International Women's Day through live webinar
09/03/2022
Role models like three-time Women's Baseball World Cup MVP Ayami Sato are helping to #BreakTheBias, the webinar said.
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International Women's Day: Rosi del Castillo continues breaking baseball barriers in Mexico

International Women's Day: Rosi del Castillo continues breaking baseball barriers in Mexico
08/03/2022
Del Castillo has played baseball since the age of three and pitched against men since she was 16.
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Women's Baseball Webinar set to celebrate International Women's Day

Women's Baseball Webinar set to celebrate International Women's Day
04/03/2022
The event will be accessible via Zoom as well as to the general public via the WBSC YouTube channel.
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WBSC Europe reveals its 2022 international baseball calendar

WBSC Europe reveals its 2022 international baseball calendar
20/01/2022
Austria will host the U-12 European Baseball Championship. The Czech Republic will be home to the U-18 championship and France to the Women's. The tournaments will qualify for the 2023 WBSC World Cups.
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Clubs in Japan's top baseball league NPB are establishing women's teams

Clubs in Japan's top baseball league NPB are establishing women's teams
15/12/2021
The plan is to participate in competitive tournaments in 2023. The Hanshin Tigers have already drafted 17 players.
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Puerto Rican Women’s Baseball All-Star Game celebrated in Vega Alta

Puerto Rican Women’s Baseball All-Star Game celebrated in Vega Alta
18/10/2021
The South team defeated their Northern rivals, 7-5. Catcher Tiesh Diaz was named the MVP of the game.
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USA Baseball has 38 in camp for Women's National Team Development Programme

USA Baseball has 38 in camp for Women's National Team Development Programme
12/10/2021
Eight of the players attended the first-ever Girls Camp earlier this month. The NTDP will run through 14 October. The staff leader is Veronica Alvarez.
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USA Baseball launches Girls Camp, Women's National Team Development Programme

USA Baseball launches Girls Camp, Women's National Team Development Programme
08/10/2021
Six players from the Girls Camp (7-9 October) will join the competitive 40-player NTDP.
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2021 WBSC Women’s, U-15 Baseball World Cups officially cancelled

2021 WBSC Women’s, U-15 Baseball World Cups officially cancelled
01/10/2021
The WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup and the U-15 Baseball World Cup scheduled for 2021 have been cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and associated international travel restrictions
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New WBSC Women’s Baseball World Rankings released for first time since 2020

New WBSC Women’s Baseball World Rankings released for first time since 2020
30/06/2021
No. 1 Japan continues to feature the best women's baseball programme in the world, while No. 2 Chinese Taipei, No. 6 Dominican Republic and No. 12 Mexico hit historical highs.
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Historic: WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup bronze medal winner Alli Schroder set to become first female player in Canadian College Conference

Historic: WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup bronze medal winner Alli Schroder set to become first female player in Canadian College Conference
01/03/2021
She appeared in three games for Canada at the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2018, starting one for 12.2 innings.
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WBSC reveals 2021-2029 calendar for Youth, Women’s Baseball World Cups and format change

WBSC reveals 2021-2029 calendar for Youth, Women’s Baseball World Cups and format change
26/02/2021
One of the main changes includes turning the Women’s Baseball World Cup into a four-year cycle event, similar to Premier12, giving all participating Member Federations more time to prepare and compete and setting up a more balanced and efficient competition calendar.
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Baseball is in her blood: Meet Donna Cohen, WBSC Diversity and Inclusivity Commission's newest member

Baseball is in her blood: Meet Donna Cohen, WBSC Diversity and Inclusivity Commission's newest member
25/02/2021
Cohen said her interest in women's baseball grew "from casual family fan to tireless advocate of opportunities for women in all aspects of the sport".
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WBSC Women’s, U-15 Baseball World Cups postponed

WBSC Women’s, U-15 Baseball World Cups postponed
23/02/2021
The two Baseball World Cups, which were set to take place in Tijuana this March, were originally part of the 2020 international baseball calendar.
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Luisa Gauci: Australian women's baseball player lands in US to pursue dream

Luisa Gauci: Australian women's baseball player lands in US to pursue dream
16/02/2021
20-year old Luisa Gauci left Brisbane at age 16 for her first experience. She played in the WBSC-sanctioned 2017 Phoenix Cup international women's baseball tournament in Hong Kong.
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Six-time defending champs Japan announce roster for Women's Baseball World Cup

Six-time defending champs Japan announce roster for Women's Baseball World Cup
18/01/2021
The 19-player roster features seven defending World Champions, including reigning MVP Ayami Sato. Coach Akino Tanaka was also on the 2018 squad.
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Philippines looking to break into Top 10 of WBSC Women's Baseball World Rankings

Philippines looking to break into Top 10 of WBSC Women's Baseball World Rankings
15/01/2021
The Philippines Women's National Baseball Team is currently ranked 15th in the world. Some softball players will transition to women's baseball to make the WBSC Women's World Cup roster.
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New league a “significant boost” for women’s baseball in Britain: WBSC Women’s Baseball Commission Chair Hiroko Yamada

New league a “significant boost” for women’s baseball in Britain: WBSC Women’s Baseball Commission Chair Hiroko Yamada
30/11/2020
Britain’s first-ever Women's Baseball League will consist of 24 regular-season games plus playoffs and will run from April to August.
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Australia: Fox Sports to showcase Women's Baseball exhibition as steps taken toward launching pro league

Australia: Fox Sports to showcase Women's Baseball exhibition as steps taken toward launching pro league
27/11/2020
Women's Baseball in Australia will have a national platform on which to be promoted and showcased as leaders from the national governing body, Baseball Australia, unveil plans to launch pro league.
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Pro women's baseball league in USA? Rockford Peaches player Sue Parsons Zipay is working on it

Pro women's baseball league in USA? Rockford Peaches player Sue Parsons Zipay is working on it
20/11/2020
Surveys are being sent to women's baseball players in the United States, Canada, Cuba, Venezuela and Japan, in order to measure overall interest in the project.
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Six-time defending Women's Baseball World Cup champions Japan announce new National Team staff

Six-time defending Women's Baseball World Cup champions Japan announce new National Team staff
11/11/2020
Former pitcher Risa Nakajima will take over duties as manager. The staff will include Katsuhiko Kido and Hiroki Fukudome.
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Dominican Republic to open National Team selection process for next WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup

Dominican Republic to open National Team selection process for next WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup
03/11/2020
Camp opens on 9 November and manager Joselito Canó Soriano, the father of MLB All-Star Robinson Canó, will announce the final roster in two weeks.
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WBSC, GameTime to live-stream final of Japanese Women's Baseball Federation on 31 October

WBSC, GameTime to live-stream final of Japanese Women's Baseball Federation on 31 October
29/10/2020
Agekke and Saitama Seibu Lions will face each other for the title at the end of a season that involved 32 clubs. Ayami Sato, Ayako Rokkaku and Yuki Kawabata will take the field
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WBSC female umpire Po Chun Liu runs Baseball Camp to celebrate UN's Int'l Day of the Girl Child

WBSC female umpire Po Chun Liu runs Baseball Camp to celebrate UN's Int'l Day of the Girl Child
15/10/2020
A total of 75 girls participated in the new Taipei City Sanchong baseball stadium.
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Australian pitcher, Women's Baseball World Cup athlete Jacinda Barclay passes away at 29

Australian pitcher, Women's Baseball World Cup athlete Jacinda Barclay passes away at 29
14/10/2020
She helped her country earn a silver medal (2010) and a bronze medal (2016) in the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup. The family: "She was a shining comet that soared through this world."
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WBSC Women’s, U-15 Baseball World Cups in Mexico postponed to March 2021

WBSC Women’s, U-15 Baseball World Cups in Mexico postponed to March 2021
13/10/2020
All three 2020 Baseball World Cups, including the U-23 Baseball World Cup, to be hosted by Mexico in 2021.
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On this day four years ago, Japan wins their 5th straight Women's Baseball World Cup

On this day four years ago, Japan wins their 5th straight Women's Baseball World Cup
11/09/2020
The Women's National Baseball Team of Japan has been unstoppable over the last six editions of the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup, winning it in 2008, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016 and 2018.
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83 mph/133 km/h: Canadian Raine Padgham, 15, potential fastest Women's Baseball pitcher, World Cup star

83 mph/133 km/h: Canadian Raine Padgham, 15, potential fastest Women's Baseball pitcher, World Cup star
09/09/2020
The 15-year old from British Columbia reportedly topped 83 miles per hour (mph) during a recent training session. Next year, when she is 16, she will be eligible for the Canadian National Team, which competes at the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup.
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VIDEO: Australian women baseball players remember historic silver medal at 2010 World Cup

VIDEO: Australian women baseball players remember historic silver medal at 2010 World Cup
01/09/2020
Amy McCann, the center fielder of Australia's 2010 Women's National Team, produced a flashback video of the team's historic run in Venezuela.
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Ten years ago: Japan beats Australia, wins Women's Baseball World Cup

Ten years ago: Japan beats Australia, wins Women's Baseball World Cup
22/08/2020
Yukari Isozaki led Japan to victory pitching four innings before Ayami Sato took over in the fifth and final inning.USA beat hosts Venezuela to finish third.
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Amazon Prime to launch series inspired by movie on Women's Baseball

Amazon Prime to launch series inspired by movie on Women's Baseball
20/08/2020
The 25th anniversary of 'A League of their own', directed by the late Penny Marshall, was celebrated during the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2018. Former player Shirley Burkovic: "Before that movie, nobody knew who we were."
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Eight years ago today: Japan wins V WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup

Eight years ago today: Japan wins V WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup
19/08/2020
Right-handed pitcher Yukari Isozaki was the hero of the tournament as she pitched back-to-back complete games in the semifinal against Australia and in the final against the United States
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Pakistan Federation opens Women's Baseball Academy

Pakistan Federation opens Women's Baseball Academy
16/07/2020
The new centre is named after Khawar Shah, the founder of the federation. His successor Syed Fakhar Ali Shah believes it will be a key to development in the country.
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GameTime Classics Episode 73: Korea, Netherlands in high scoring thriller at WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2018

GameTime Classics Episode 73: Korea, Netherlands in high scoring thriller at WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2018
05/06/2020
The Netherlands and Korea put on a superb game where runs were scored in all innings apart from one.
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GameTime Classics | Episode 63: Canada, Japan battle in WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2018

GameTime Classics | Episode 63: Canada, Japan battle in WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2018
26/05/2020
The defending World Champions in women's baseball were challenged for the first time in the tournament. The match developed into a sports drama.
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GameTime Classics | Episode 57: Puerto Rico v Chinese Taipei, slugfest at WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup '18

GameTime Classics | Episode 57:  Puerto Rico v Chinese Taipei, slugfest at WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup '18
20/05/2020
On Day 3 of the opening round, the two National Teams staged a slugfest at the USSSA Space Coast Complex.
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GameTime Classics | Episode 49: Chinese Taipei v Venezuela for bronze at 2016 Women's Baseball World Cup

GameTime Classics | Episode 49: Chinese Taipei v Venezuela for bronze at 2016 Women's Baseball World Cup
12/05/2020
Top-tier baseball nations from Asia and South America played in the bronze medal game of the 2016 WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup.
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GameTime Classics Episode 31: Watch the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2018 bronze medal game

GameTime Classics Episode 31: Watch the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2018 bronze medal game
24/04/2020
On the last day of August in 2018, Canada and USA took the field in Viera, Florida, for a third-place game that turned into a thriller.
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GameTime Classics Episode 19: Korea, Cuba battle in early stages of Women's Baseball World Cup 2016

GameTime Classics Episode 19: Korea, Cuba battle in early stages of Women's Baseball World Cup 2016
12/04/2020
Cuba and Korea at the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2016 were hard to separate with the former collecting 10 hits and the latter 8.
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Asay, Jespersen, Lalor, Luchanski capture Baseball Canada Women’s National Team awards

Asay, Jespersen, Lalor, Luchanski capture Baseball Canada Women’s National Team awards
06/04/2020
Rookie manager Aaron Myette led Canada to a top-four finish and a spot in the 2020 WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup.
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GameTime Classics - Episode 11: Watch a semifinal thriller - Canada-Chinese Taipei at the Women's Baseball World Cup 2016

GameTime Classics - Episode 11: Watch a semifinal thriller - Canada-Chinese Taipei at the Women's Baseball World Cup 2016
04/04/2020
The 11th episode of the GameTime Classic series will take you back to a superb semifinal at the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2016.
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WBSC postpones 2020 Women’s and U-15 Baseball World Cups, U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup

WBSC postpones 2020 Women’s and U-15 Baseball World Cups, U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup
01/04/2020
Following a video conference on Tuesday with WBSC Continental Associations and Local Organising Committees, the WBSC took the decision to postpone the events until further notice.
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GameTime Classics: Watch Chinese Taipei and Japan battle in the 2018 Women's Baseball World Cup

GameTime Classics: Watch Chinese Taipei and Japan battle in the 2018 Women's Baseball World Cup
31/03/2020
Chinese Taipei took the field against the five-time defending champions Japan in Game 39 of the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup 2018.
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International Women's Day: Po Chun Liu and how she pushed boundaries

International Women's Day: Po Chun Liu and how she pushed boundaries
06/03/2020
The second edition of Stories from the Dugout - Empowering Women in Baseball - is a tale about the first-ever female international baseball umpire from Chinese Taipei and her journey to the top.
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Veronica Alvarez returns as USA Women's National Baseball Team manager

Veronica Alvarez returns as USA Women's National Baseball Team manager
05/02/2020
Alvarez led the world No. 5 women's baseball programme to its first Pan-American title since 2015 and became the first woman awarded the Rod Dedeaux Coach of the Year Award.
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Women’s Baseball World Rankings: No. 1 Japan, No. 2 Canada, No. 3 Chinese Taipei lead way

Women’s Baseball World Rankings: No. 1 Japan, No. 2 Canada, No. 3 Chinese Taipei lead way
16/01/2020
Women's baseball is evolving internationally and within various countries.
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2020: Women's Baseball World Cup - Four teams to make dream debut

2020: Women's Baseball World Cup - Four teams to make dream debut
06/01/2020
The hosts Mexico, China, France and the Philippines will participate for the first time. The ninth edition of the event will be a 12-team tournament.
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Benhamida named as France Women's Baseball team manager

Benhamida named as France Women's Baseball team manager
23/12/2019
The new manager succeeds André Lachance. France won the first-ever Women's Baseball European Championship and qualified for the WBSC World Cup 2020.
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Ayako Rokkaku on the growth of Women's Baseball in Japan

Ayako Rokkaku on the growth of Women's Baseball in Japan
27/11/2019
The former World Cup MVP at age 28 is still involved as a player. She is also a certified WBSC Baseball5 instructor.
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Japan, Chinese Taipei, the Philippines and China qualify for WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup 2020

Japan, Chinese Taipei, the Philippines and China qualify for WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup 2020
18/11/2019
After claiming the top four positions at the BFA Women’s Baseball Asian Cup, Japan, Chinese Taipei, the Philippines and China qualified for WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup 2020.
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Women’s Baseball Asian Cup opens in China, four teams to qualify for WBSC World Cup

Women’s Baseball Asian Cup opens in China, four teams to qualify for WBSC World Cup
10/11/2019
The top four teams in the final standings will play next year’s WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup
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USA, Venezuela, Canada, Mexico qualify for Women’s Baseball World Cup

USA, Venezuela, Canada, Mexico qualify for Women’s Baseball World Cup
28/08/2019

Europe and the Americas held for the first time qualifying events for the WBSC Women’s World Cup. France won the European Championship earlier this Summer. The first-ever Pan Am Championship promoted four more National Teams

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Mexico debuts Women’s Baseball Team with no-hitter at Pan Am Championship

Mexico debuts Women’s Baseball Team with no-hitter at Pan Am Championship
19/08/2019

Mexican pitchers Rosy del Castillo and Veronica Romo combined to no-hit the Nicaraguan National Women’s Baseball Team, which is also making its historic international debut.

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Pan Am Women’s Baseball Championship to be launched, will serve as WBSC World Cup qualifier

Pan Am Women’s Baseball Championship to be launched, will serve as WBSC World Cup qualifier
08/08/2019

The Pan American Baseball Confederation (COPABE) will stage the continent’s historic first-ever continental championship in Aguascalientes, Mexico, from 18-25 August. The Pan Am Women’s Baseball Championship will serve as the respective pathway into the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup.

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France wins historic European Championship, first to qualify for Women’s Baseball World Cup 2020

France wins historic European Championship, first to qualify for Women’s Baseball World Cup 2020
05/08/2019

As the top team in Europe, the French squad will advance to the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup for the first time ever next year.

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Historic first-ever European Women’s Baseball Championship opens today, qualifier for 2020 World Cup

Historic first-ever European Women’s Baseball Championship opens today, qualifier for 2020 World Cup
31/07/2019

The new tournament for the European title in women’s baseball will start with a double round-robin between the Women’s National Teams of the Czech Republic, France and the Netherlands.

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WBSC awards MEDIAPRO exclusive broadcast rights in the Americas to 2022

WBSC awards MEDIAPRO exclusive broadcast rights in the Americas to 2022
24/07/2019

The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) has awarded MEDIAPRO the exclusive broadcast rights across the Americas for all WBSC’s world championships through 2022 as well as the flagship global competition on the calendar, the 2019 WBSC Premier12.

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Diamilette Quiles becomes first-ever woman in Puerto Rico Baseball Federation Double-A league

Diamilette Quiles becomes first-ever woman in Puerto Rico Baseball Federation Double-A league
17/05/2019

Diamilette Quiles will become the first woman to ever play in the Double-A Superior League, the top level competition of the Baseball Federation of Puerto Rico (Federación de Béisbol Aficionado de Puerto Rico), when she makes the field at first base for the Montañeses de Utuado against the Patrolmen of San Sebastian at the Ramón […]

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New European Women’s Baseball Championship to be launched this July in Rouen, France

New European Women’s Baseball Championship to be launched this July in Rouen, France
15/05/2019

The best women’s baseball team in Europe will qualify for the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup and compete For the Title of World Champion. The next Women’s Baseball World Cup is scheduled for 2020.

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Psota, Stephenson announce retirement from Canada Women’s Baseball National Team

Psota, Stephenson announce retirement from Canada Women’s Baseball National Team
25/04/2019

After 15 seasons with the program, that has included participation in all eight Women’s Baseball World Cups and the 2015 Pan American Games, Kate Psota and Ashley Stephenson are retiring as players from the Women’s National Team.

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Simone Wearne steps down as Australia Women’s Baseball National Team manager

Simone Wearne steps down as Australia Women’s Baseball National Team manager
26/03/2019

Australia Baseball Hall of Famer Simone Wearne stepped down as Emeralds manager after a six-year tenure as Women’s Baseball Australia National Team manager, and three World Cup campaigns

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WBSC Baseball World Cup umpire Po Chun Liu earns IOC Women and Sport top award

WBSC Baseball World Cup umpire Po Chun Liu earns IOC Women and Sport top award
20/03/2019

World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) Baseball World Cup® umpire Po Chun Liu was awarded the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Women and Sport World Trophy, the highest distinction that the IOC bestows in the category

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Women’s Baseball legends Kate Psota and Ashley Stephenson retire

Women’s Baseball legends Kate Psota and Ashley Stephenson retire
16/03/2019

The two veterans were on the original Canadian National Team during the first ever Women’s Baseball World Cup, that the North American Country hosted back in 2004. Stephenson will join the coaching staff

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Women’s Baseball High School Invitational MLB Grit takes off on International Women’s Day

Women’s Baseball High School Invitational MLB Grit takes off on International Women’s Day
08/03/2019

A total of 60 girls, aged 18 and under, who play baseball at the High School level, will compete in games and participate in special events. Allison Schroeder, Liz Gilder (Canada), Eva Cristina Torres Vega (Puerto Rico), Ashton Lansdell, Emily Tsujikawa (USA) competed in WBSC Women’s World Cup

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France opens Camp, will host first Women’ Baseball European Championship

France opens Camp, will host first Women’ Baseball European Championship
08/02/2019

The French Baseball and Softball Federation (FFBS) opened Camp in Montigny le Bretonneux, near Paris, with the Women’s Baseball National Team. France will host next Summer the first European Championship. A total 40 women players attended Camp. Lahcène Benhamida, who is in charge of coaches development for FFBS, explained: “Most of them play regularly baseball, […]

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Aaron Myette named Canada Women’s Baseball National Team Manager

Aaron Myette named Canada Women’s Baseball National Team Manager
11/12/2018

Born in 1977, the new skipper is a former MLB pitcher (a total 47 games, 30 as a starter, in parts of six seasons) who represented Canada internationally. He was in the staff of former manager Lachance, who stepped down after a bronze medal in the 2018 WBSC World Cup

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Japan, Canada, Chinese Taipei lead new WBSC Women’s Baseball World Rankings

Japan, Canada, Chinese Taipei lead new WBSC Women’s Baseball World Rankings
05/12/2018

The latest rankings reflect the results of over 100 matches from the Women’s Baseball World Cup across an evaluation period of 2014-2018.

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What does the future hold for Women’s Baseball?

What does the future hold for Women’s Baseball?
20/09/2018

Not many people know that movie director Francis Ford Coppola is a huge advocate of Women’s Baseball. We discuss the future of the game with him, old timer Shirley Burkovich, World Cup stars Sato and Underwood and top prospect Melissa Mayeux

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Japan wins sixth Women’s Baseball World Cup in a row

Japan wins sixth Women’s Baseball World Cup in a row
01/09/2018

Superstar Ayami Sato pitched on two-day rest and went five scoreless innings, Iori Miura kept up to her usual production. Japan was simply perfect and left no chance to Chinese Taipei

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Women’s Baseball World Cup: players and managers quotes after the final

Women’s Baseball World Cup: players and managers quotes after the final
01/09/2018

After the final of the Women’s Baseball World Cup we had a chance to collect quotes from the managers, MVP Ayamy Sato and top run producer Iori Miura. Japan’s manager Megumi Kitta welcomed reporters her way: with a respectful bow. She then showed confidence: “We were not nervous. This was the last game of the […]

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USA win, will play against Canada for third place in the Women’s Baseball World Cup

USA win, will play against Canada for third place in the Women’s Baseball World Cup
31/08/2018

The game didn’t have much meaning, but the USA showed they made the field to compete. They outscored the Dominican Republic and can now warm up for the third place game against Canada

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Japan and Chinese Taipei are ready for the final of the Women’s Baseball World Cup

Japan and Chinese Taipei are ready for the final of the Women’s Baseball World Cup
31/08/2018

Just a few hours before the World Championship game, you can read how Ayami Sato, manager Megumi Kitta are approaching the final with Japan. Tseng Chi, Lee Shin Yun and Tu Yu Chuan are anticipating a historical event for Chinese Taipei

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Women’s Baseball World Cup: Final Day photo gallery

Women’s Baseball World Cup: Final Day photo gallery
31/08/2018
The last day of competition featured only two games: USA-Canada (bronze medal) and Japan-Chinese Taipei (World Championship). The pictures are a selection of those taken during the games
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Canada beats USA in ten, grabs bronze medal in Women’s Baseball World Cup

Canada beats USA in ten, grabs bronze medal in Women’s Baseball World Cup
31/08/2018

“When you play against the USA you don’t need to get ready,” said André Lachance on his last assignment as Canada’s manager. Daphnée Gélinas batted in four runs and 16-year-old Allison Schroder picked the win

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How to watch: Follow WBSC’s live-stream of the Women’s Baseball World Cup 2018

How to watch: Follow WBSC’s live-stream of the Women’s Baseball World Cup 2018
30/08/2018

WBSC will live-stream all 50 games of the Women’s Baseball World Cup at USSSA Space Coast Complex in Viera, Florida

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Women’s Baseball World Cup: USA use long ball and are still in play

Women’s Baseball World Cup: USA use long ball and are still in play
30/08/2018

The hosts used the long ball, home runs by Gordarez and Baltzell, to defeat Canada and they can still hope to face Japan in the final. Amanda Sementelli earned the win. Results of Day 3 of the super round on Thursday will be key

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Japan keeps perfect record, heads to Women’s Baseball World Cup final

Japan keeps perfect record, heads to Women’s Baseball World Cup final
30/08/2018

Japan won the eigth game in a row and proceeds to Friday’s final with a clean record in tournament. Their streak is now at 29. Japan will seat to watch the other two games of the super round and find out their opponent

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Women’s Baseball World Cup: Day 9 photo gallery

Women’s Baseball World Cup: Day 9 photo gallery
30/08/2018

In this photo gallery you will find a selection of the pictures taken during the third and final day of the super round. The gallery is focused on Japan-Venezuela, Canada-Chinese Taipei and USA-Dominican Republic

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Women’s Baseball World Cup: consolation round third and final Day

Women’s Baseball World Cup: consolation round third and final Day
30/08/2018

Hong Kong beat The Netherlands and recorded the second win in the tournament. Cuba defeated Puerto Rico and improved to 3-2

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Chinese Taipei erases four run deficit, beats Canada and will play the Women’s Baseball World Cup final

Chinese Taipei erases four run deficit, beats Canada and will play the Women’s Baseball World Cup final
30/08/2018

Canada got started with four runs, but Chinese Taipei came right back, scored three runs in both the first and the third inning and never needed to look back. Starter Huang Chiao Yun used 118 pitches to pitch a complete game

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Women’s Baseball World Cup: Sato shines, Japan beats the USA to remain undefeated

Women’s Baseball World Cup: Sato shines, Japan beats the USA to remain undefeated
29/08/2018

Japan beat the USA to remain undefeated. Now the path to the final is really steep for the hosts. Ayami Sato, the two-time MVP, pitched a complete game gem, showing an MLB like breaking ball

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Venezuela opens Day 2 of Women’s Baseball World Cup super round with win

Venezuela opens Day 2 of Women’s Baseball World Cup super round with win
29/08/2018

Venezuela beat the Dominican Republic and still has a remote possibility to qualify for the medal round. After falling behind, Venezuela came back and broke the score open in the bottom of the second

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