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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

Aussie Spirit Secures 7th Place with Thrilling Final Game Win

Aussie Spirit finish 7th on the world stage, in the 2024 WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals.

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Thu 25 Jul 2024

HIGH STAKES AND HIGH TEMPERATURES

Aussie Spirit challenged at the 2024 WBSC Softball Women’s World Cup Finals The Aussie Spirit team have showcased resilience and competitive determination, despite facing extreme heat and tough competition from powerhouse teams in Japan (World No.3), the Netherlands (World No.8) and Puerto Rico (World No. 2). Here's a closer look and recap of their opening round in the 2024 WBSC Softball World Cup Finals:

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Thu 18 Jul 2024

2024 Over 35 Softball National Championships

Softball Australia is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the 2024 Over 35 Men's and Women's Softball National Championships, held from the 9th – the 14th of July in Blacktown, NSW. This year’s National Championships showcased exceptional talent and fierce competition from across the country, culminating in memorable victories and outstanding individual performances.

Tue 16 Jul 2024

Softball Australia’s Women’s Spirit Team are ready to launch at the 2024 WBSC World Cup Finals in Italy!

July 15, 2024 - The excitement is palpable as the Australian Women’s Spirit Team prepares to kick off their campaign at the Women’s Softball World Cup Finals 2024 in Castions di Strada, Italy. The tournament commences today, Monday 15th July, with a thrilling match-up between Japan and Australia scheduled at 11:00am CEST (7pm AEST/6.30pm ACST/ 5pm AWST).

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Mon 15 Jul 2024

The Aussie Spirit's Focus Sharpens on the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals 2024.

The Aussie Spirit are primed for a deep push in the WBSC Women’s World Cup Finals being played in Castions Di Strada, Italy, after playing in the Canada Cup.

Tue 09 Jul 2024