News - Softball Australia

Softball is for everyone

Softball Australia and Disability Sports Australia (DSA) are continuing their partnership through DSA’s Sports Incubator Program, building on their work to create more opportunities for people with disability to take part in softball.

Fri 21 Aug 2026

Spirited Away: Aussie Spirit Squad Set for Japan Tour

Softball Australia has announced the 18 members of the 2026 Aussie Spirit Squad selected to participate in next month's Japan Tour, providing an important international development and assessment opportunity ahead of future national team selections.

Thu 20 Aug 2026

2026/27 Player Drafts are Officially Open

Player nominations are now open for the 2026/27 U14, U16, U18, U23, Open Men's and Women's National Championships.

Fri 14 Aug 2026

Spirit stars embracing the road to 2027

With the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2027 on home soil drawing closer, Australian Spirit players Kaia Parnaby and Taylah Tsitsikronis are relishing the opportunity to help shape the next chapter of Australian softball.

Sun 09 Aug 2026

Australian softball legends reunite in Brisbane

Australian softball’s past and present came together in Brisbane to celebrate a landmark moment of three decades since the sport made its Olympic debut at the 1996 Atlanta Games.

Sun 09 Aug 2026

Aussie Spirit wrap campaign at the home of the LA Olympics

The Aussie Spirit have wrapped up an exciting and valuable campaign in Oklahoma City at the 2026 International Cup at Devon Park, the future home of softball competition at the LA 2028 Olympic Games.

Wed 05 Aug 2026

Aussie Spirit Ready To Rock At The Home Of LA Olympics

The Aussie Spirit have touched down in Oklahoma City ahead of the 2026 International Cup at Devon Park, the home of softball for the LA 2028 Olympics.

Thu 30 Jul 2026

Multi-Year Partnership with Eckersley Print Group

Naming the company as an Official Sponsor of the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals 2027 and Preferred Print Partner of Softball Australia.

Tue 21 Jul 2026

Two More Nations Qualified for World Cup Finals

Two more nations have secured their place at the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals 2027 in Redcliffe, joining host nation Australia, and Group A qualifiers, Canada and Chinese Taipei on softball’s biggest stage.

Mon 20 Jul 2026

Two Years Until Softball Takes on LA28

Today marks just two years until the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, and Softball Australia is celebrating the return of softball to the Olympic program, an exciting new chapter.

Tue 14 Jul 2026

QUT partners with Softball Australia

Softball Australia is proud to announce QUT as its major education partner, forming a powerful alliance designed to propel Australian softball toward success on the world’s next biggest stage – the LA28 Olympic Games.

Mon 22 Jun 2026

First teams punch tickets to WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals in Redcliffe 2027

Canada and Chinese Taipei join host nation Australia in securing their spot for the WBSC Women's World Cup Finals, following the conclusion of Group Stage A in Prague, Czechia.

Sun 21 Jun 2026

All Eyes on Prague: What You Need to Know Ahead of the Women’s Softball World Cup Group Stage

The road to World Cup glory, and the LA28 Olympic Games, begins in Prague, with everything on the line from the very first pitch. Here’s a quick guide to what matters most.

Mon 15 Jun 2026

Sarah Loh appointed as member of WBSC Softball Commission

Sarah Loh appointed as member of WBSC Softball Commission, strengthening Australia’s global voice ahead of Women’s Softball World Cup and the Olympics

Mon 15 Jun 2026

Betty McGuire OAM & Sandra Evans OAM recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours

Huge congratulations to Betty McGuire OAM and Sandra Evans OAM on being recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours

Mon 08 Jun 2026

PTP x Softball Australia Partnership locked in for our biggest year yet

Softball Australia is excited to announce the renewal of its partnership with PTP, extending a powerful and proven collaboration through to 2026.

Thu 04 Jun 2026

Pathway Momentum: Men's Program Staff Announced

Softball Australia has confirmed its Men’s Pathway Program staff across U14, U16, U18 and U23 squads. Expressions of Interest remain open for several roles as the pathway continues to grow.

Tue 02 Jun 2026

U15 Women’s World Cup Qualifier Camp Showcases Australia’s Emerging Talent

Softball Australia recently hosted the U15 Women’s World Cup Qualifier Selection Camp at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in Canberra, bringing together some of the nation’s most promising young athletes as part of the ongoing national pathway program.

Wed 20 May 2026