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Australia’s U-18 Men’s Team Set for New Zealand Test Series

Published Fri 21 Feb 2025

Softball Australia is pleased to announce the U-18 Men’s National Team that will travel to New Zealand to compete in a five-game test series against the New Zealand U-18 Men’s Team. This exciting international series provides an invaluable opportunity for Australia’s rising stars to gain high-level competition experience and further their development on the world stage. 

The test series will serve as an important step in preparing young athletes for future senior international representation, with the selected squad showcasing a strong mix of talent, skill, and determination. 

2025 Softball Australia U-18 Men’s National Team “Junior Steelers” – Australia vs. New Zealand Test Series:

 

Name 

State 

Tyson Buswell 

WA 

Connor Buxton 

QLD 

Chad Charlesworth 

QLD 

Alex Duncalfe 

QLD 

Flynn Edards 

QLD 

Jonathan Fabar 

NSW 

Austin Gooden 

NSW 

Max Hayhow 

NSW 

Jaxon Maluga 

QLD 

Thomas McCarroll 

QLD 

Noah Powell 

NSW 

Carter Shears 

NSW 

Maikera Thompson-Tetana 

NSW 

Lachlan Titheradge 

WA 

Ezekiel Turnbull 

NSW 

Blake Turner 

QLD 


Additionally, the National Selectors have named an extended squad of athletes as the
U-18 Men’s ‘Junior Steelers’ Squad for 2025. This selection acknowledges their impressive performances and ongoing development, highlighting them as future contenders for national team selection. Their dedication and skill have set them apart, and we look forward to following their continued progression in the years ahead.  

2025 Softball Australia U-18 Men’s “Junior Steelers” Squad:

Name 

State 

Markus Ainslie 

VIC 

Jack Etherton 

VIC 

Noah Forrest 

WA 

Lucas Jenkins 

QLD 

Jackson Jones 

SA 

Xavier Lachat 

NSW 

Mason Malkoun 

NSW 

Jordan Micallef 

NSW 

Cooper Nitschke 

VIC 

Elisha Orr 

QLD 

Lachlan O'Sullivan 

QLD 

Darcey Pes 

WA 

Michael Pfingst 

QLD 

Ethan Scott 

VIC 


Softball Australia congratulates all selected athletes and acknowledges the dedication and effort they have put into their development. Stay tuned for more updates as the Junior Steelers take on New Zealand and continue their journey towards elite international success. 

 


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