International Women’s 

Game W-1: Australia A vs Japan 3:30AM AEST 

AUS-A 0 def by JAP 7
AUS-A: 0R 3H 2E 
JAP: 7R 7H 0E 

Game W-4: Australia A vs Canada 11:00AM AEST 

AUS-A 0 def by CAN 9 
AUS-A: 0R 1H 0E 
CAN: 9R 11H 0E 

The Australia A team had a challenging opening day of the tournament, facing formidable opponents Japan and the tournament hosts, Canada. Despite their best efforts, our team encountered tough competition, registering losses in both games. 

In the first game, Australia A went head-to-head against a well-balanced Japan side. Japan showcased their offensive prowess, with six different players scoring runs throughout the game. Japan took an early lead, capitalizing on a strong second inning to secure four runs. Despite a valiant effort, Australia A fell short, as Japan emerged victorious with a final score of 7-0. 

In the second game, Australia A found themselves facing a spirited Canadian team in front of an enthusiastic home crowd. Canadian pitcher Sara Groenwegen delivered a stellar performance on the mound, demonstrating her skill by allowing zero runs on just one hit and recording an impressive eight strikeouts. Australia A fought hard, but they were unable to overcome the dominant Canadian team, resulting in a 9-0 loss. 

Although the opening day of the tournament did not yield the desired outcomes for Australia A, there were valuable lessons to be learned from both games. Australia A will continue their tournament journey tomorrow, where they will face Greece. With a resilient spirit and a renewed focus, our team is eager to rebound and showcase their talent on the field. 

Futures Gold 

Game FG-12: Australia U-19 vs Snohomish Shock 05 7:30AM AEST 

AUS U-19 9 def SNHM 2 
AUS U-19: 9R 13H 3E 
SNHM: 2R 3H 3E 

The Australia Under-19 softball team had a strong performance to secure a decisive 9-2 victory against Snohomish Shock 05. The Australian batters wasted no time making an impact, crossing the plate three times in both the second and sixth innings. 

Hannah Barlow, Caitlin Hosking, Soraya Hamson, and Lauren Brown each delivered multiple hits for the team, showcasing their talent with the bat, as Barlow and Hosking lead the scoresheet with two runs each. 

On the pitching mound, Jayda Lorigan proved to be a formidable force for Snohomish Shock 05. Lorigan stifled the opposing team's offense with seven strikeouts and only allowed one run on one hit, making the game difficult for Snohomish. 

Australia U-19's cohesive performance, both offensively and defensively, was the key to their victory. Their early and late scoring runs set the tone for the match, while Lorigan's outstanding pitching solidified their winning result. 

Showcase Gold 

Game SG-11: Calgary Kaizen U17 Black vs Australia U-17 6:00AM AEST 

CLGR 4 def by AUS U-17 12 
CLGR: 4R 8H 6E 
AUS U-17: 12R 13H 1E  

The Australia Under-17 softball team showcased their talent with a fantastic performance, securing a strong 12-4 victory against Calgary Kaizen U17 Black. The young Aussies started strong, with Isabella Watson's double bringing in three runs in the first inning. Throughout the game, Watson, Sophia Matthews, Lekyhia Jackson, and Abbey Wehr delivered multiple hits, contributing to the team's offensive success. 

Pitching duties were shared among Bridie Nicol, Markayla Butler, and Olivia Durham, who collectively stifled Calgary's attempts to mount a comeback. Nicol and Durham both recorded four strikeouts, highlighting their pitching prowess. 

Despite Calgary's resilience in the third and fourth innings, Australia U-17 maintained their dominance and continued to score. They sealed the victory in the sixth inning with four additional runs, putting the positive outcome beyond doubt. 

The Australia U-17 team's cohesive teamwork, offensive power, and solid defence were evident throughout the match. Their impressive performance sets a strong foundation for the rest of the tournament. 

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