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Australian Government’s major investment propels Softball Australia towards LA2028

Softball Australia has secured funding from the Australian Government’s $385m Win Well and Play Well investment ahead of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The funding ensures Australians have world class pathways and support at all levels of sport, from participation to high performance.

Mon 02 Dec 2024

Aussie Spirit's Michelle Cox officially announces her retirement

As Michelle Cox officially announces her retirement from international softball, Softball Australia bids a fond farewell to a player whose dedication, talent, and spirit have left an indelible mark on the sport.

Fri 29 Nov 2024

Softball Australia Partners with Centre for Multicultural Sport (CMS) to Champion Inclusion and Diversity in Sport

Softball Australia is proud to announce a new partnership with the Centre for Multicultural Sport, an initiative led by the Centre for Multicultural Youth to drive social changes through sport.

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Wed 27 Nov 2024

Laing Harrow steps down as Aussie Spirit Head Coach

Aussie Spirit Head Coach Laing Harrow has decided to step down with his last day being 13 December 2024.

Tue 26 Nov 2024

REIGNING WORLD CHAMPIONS - THE AUSSIE STEELERS ARE SET TO FACE OFF AGAINST THE NEW ZEALAND BLACK SOX

Softball Australia’s national Men’s team, the Aussie Steelers, are set to light up the diamond this December in an epic international softball exhibition against the New Zealand Black Sox

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Fri 22 Nov 2024

Softball Australia to Host China’s National Women’s Softball Team in December Showdown!

Brisbane, QLD, 5 – 8 December 2024 – Softball Australia is thrilled to announce that China’s national women’s softball team will be visiting Australia this December for an exciting, action packed, international series.

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Thu 07 Nov 2024

Celebrating James English: 2024 Vivienne Triplett Umpire of the Year Award Winner

Softball Australia congratulates James English on his unwavering dedication and outstanding contributions to Australian softball as an umpire. James was announced as the prestigious 2024 Vivienne Triplett Umpire of the Year Award at Softball Australia’s Annual General Meeting on Saturday 26 October 2024. This accolade not only highlights his remarkable achievements on the diamond but also emphasises his extensive impact within the softball community spanning over more than two decades.

Sat 26 Oct 2024

Softball Australia farewells a World Champion

Softball Australia is deeply saddened to announce the passing of 1965 World Champion, Nancy Whittingham in Adelaide, South Australia on Sunday 20th October 2024 aged 89.

Thu 24 Oct 2024

Future Steelers: U-18 Men’s Squad Builds Strong Foundations at AIS Development Camp

The U-18 Men’s Squad recently completed an intensive development camp at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), with players benefiting from high-level coaching and support in preparation for future international competitions.

Mon 21 Oct 2024

Interested in becoming a future Green and Gold athlete? Join Australia's Greatest Ever Talent Search

Softball Australia are on the hunt for Australia’s Future Green and Gold players, in the greatest Olympic and Paralympic talent search Australia has ever seen!

Sun 20 Oct 2024

Leigh Godfrey celebrates her graduation from the National Gen32 Program

Softball Australia’s U18 Head Coach, Leigh Godfrey, celebrates her graduation from the National Gen32 Program.

Thu 17 Oct 2024

Let's shape the future of Softball in Australia together.

We're excited to announce the launch of two important surveys aimed at shaping the future of softball in Australia.

Fri 11 Oct 2024

Join the Conversation: Updated Concussion Guidelines in Softball (Webinar)

Softball Australia is excited to announce an essential webinar on our recently updated Concussion Guidelines, presented by Dr. David Hughes AM, the Chief Medical Officer at the Australian Institute of Sport. This session promises to be a pivotal training opportunity for everyone involved in softball, from coaches and players to administrators and medical professionals.

Fri 11 Oct 2024

Step Up to the Plate: Coach the Aussie Steelers to Glory at the 2025 WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup Finals

Softball Australia is seeking its next Aussie Steelers Men’s head coach heading into its World Title Defence of the 2025 WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup Finals, being played at Prince Albert, Canada. Opportunities to coach a world champion team on the international stage are rare—apply today for this once-in-a-lifetime chance!

Thu 26 Sep 2024

Aussie Spirit’s Clare Warwick and Stacey McManus Announce Retirement

Softball Australia bids a fond farewell to two of its distinguished players, Clare Warwick and Stacey McManus, as they officially announce their retirement from international softball.

Tue 10 Sep 2024

The Future of Australian Softball arrives in Dallas for the WBSC U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup Group C

Australia’s U-18 Women’s Team has arrived in Dallas, USA, ready to compete in the WBSC U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup Group C from August 29 to September 2.

Tue 20 Aug 2024

Australia farewells a World Champion player and teammate

Softball Australia is deeply saddened to announce the passing of World Champion and Hall of Fame inductee, Norma Woods (nee Allsopp) on Wednesday 7th August in Melbourne, Australia after a short illness.

Sun 11 Aug 2024

Building the Future of Aussie Softball: Insights from the U-16 Women's Squad Camp

The Softball Australia U-16 Women's Squad recently completed an intensive week-long development camp at the prestigious Australian Institute of Sport (AIS). This camp, which marked a significant step in the squad's development and introduction to the Softball Australia high performance pathway, saw the participation of the talented players who were announced earlier in the year.

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Mon 05 Aug 2024