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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.