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U16 Women’s Development Camp Strengthens National Pathway

Following the announcement of strengthened pathway opportunities for U16 women’s athletes, the recent U16 Women’s Development Camp delivered a purposeful and performance-driven experience aligned with Softball Australia’s long-term athlete development framework.

Mon 30 Mar 2026

Aussie Spirit to compete in 2026 USA Softball International Cup

The Aussie Spirit will travel to Oklahoma City, the competition venue for softball at the 2028 LA Olympics, to compete in the 2026 USA Softball International Cup.

Mon 30 Mar 2026

U18 Women’s Camp Strengthens National Pathway

Australia’s U18 Women’s program took a key step forward with a national development camp and Test Series against New Zealand in Redlands. The week provided valuable high-performance training and international match experience for emerging athletes.

Thu 12 Mar 2026

Australian U18 Men’s Team Announced for 2026 WBSC Softball World Cup Oceania Qualifier

Following the recent announcement of the U18 Australian Men’s Squad, Softball Australia is pleased to further announce the U18 Men’s Team selected to represent Australia at the WBSC U18 Men’s Softball World Cup Oceania Qualifier, to be held in Manawatu, New Zealand from 24–28 April 2026.

Tue 24 Feb 2026

Softball Australia and revolutioniseSPORT Confirm Partnership Extension

Softball Australia and revolutioniseSPORT are pleased to announce the extension of their partnership, reaffirming a shared commitment to innovation, collaboration, and the long-term success of softball in Australia.

Wed 18 Feb 2026

Leigh Evans OAM Announces Decision Not to Re-Stand as National Umpire-in-Chief (Technical)

After more than two decades of dedicated national service, Leigh Evans OAM has announced he will not re-stand for the role of National Umpire-in-Chief (Technical) in 2026.

Mon 16 Feb 2026

Join the Local Organising Committee for the 2027 WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals

Softball Australia is establishing the Local Organising Committee for the 2027 WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals, a team that will play a vital support role in delivering this global event on home soil.

Tue 10 Feb 2026

Australia will open the road to LA28, with Redcliffe set to crown the very first nation to qualify for the Olympic Games

With only 894 days until softball returns to the Olympic stage at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, the WBSC has confirmed the qualification pathway for the women’s softball tournament.

Tue 10 Feb 2026

Top takeaways from the Softball Australia Cup

Softball Australia Cup Play By Play Commentator Eric Balnar sums up his top three takeaways for each team at the 2026 Softball Australia Cup.

Tue 03 Feb 2026

Softball Australia Celebrates Three New Hall of Fame Inductees

Softball Australia has proudly welcomed three legends of the game, Stacey Porter, Justine Smethurst, and Chelsea Forkin, into the Softball Australia Hall of Fame, recognising careers defined by excellence, leadership, and enduring service to the sport.

Mon 02 Feb 2026

Kerry Franklin Awarded the 2025 Vivienne Triplett Umpire of the Year

Kerry Franklin has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Vivienne Triplett Umpire of the Year Award, recognising her outstanding service, leadership, and sustained excellence in softball officiating at state, national, and international levels.

Sat 31 Jan 2026

Spirit, Growth and Big Moments: Storylines from the Softball Australia Cup

Softball Australia Cup Play By Play Commentator Eric Balnar breaks down the storylines from the opening two days of the 2026 Softball Australia Cup.

Fri 30 Jan 2026

Aussie Men Shine at Historic Vic Guth Softball Tournament in Auckland

Australian Aussie Steelers and Under 23 Men, made their presence known on the international stage at the 2026 Vic Guth Softball Tournament, hosted by the Auckland United Softball Club in Auckland, New Zealand from January 23–26.

Wed 28 Jan 2026

International Softball Returns to Kayo Sports with Live Coverage of the 2026 Softball Australia Cup

Softball Australia is proud to announce that the Softball Australia Cup will be broadcast live on Kayo Sports, marking the Australian softball’s return to Kayo Sports for the first time since the 2023 Women’s Softball World Cup Group Stage. In a landscape where major codes lead broadcast coverage, and fans are demanding more visibility for women’s sport, this broadcast returns international women’s softball to the national stage at a pivotal moment for the game.

Sat 24 Jan 2026

Olympian Leigh Godfrey, formally inducted into the Softball Australia Hall of Fame

At the conclusion of the 2026 Under 16 National Championships today at the Mirrabooka Softball Complex and in front of her friends and family, Leigh Godfrey OLY was formally inducted in the Softball Australia Hall of Fame. Leigh is recognised for her outstanding contribution to Australian softball and her distinguished career representing, the Australian Women’s Softball team, the Aussie Spirit at the highest international level.

Sun 18 Jan 2026

Four Potential Debutants Named in 2026 Softball Australia Cup Team

Softball Australia has announced the team selected for the 2026 Softball Australia Cup, with four athletes in line to make their senior international debuts as the program continues to build depth ahead of the 2027 WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals.

Sun 18 Jan 2026

Softball Australia Statement – 2026 John Reid Shield Open Men's National Championships Update

Softball Australia wishes to advise that the 2026 John Reid Shield (Open Men’s National Championship) will not proceed due to an insufficient number of team entries.

Fri 09 Jan 2026

Former Aussie Spirit player, Natalie Titcume formally inducted into the WBSC Hall of Fame

One of Australia’s most capped players, Natalie Titcume OLY was formally inducted into the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) Hall of Fame in Brisbane, Australia today before Game 3 of the Down Under International Softball Series between the Australia and Team USA.

Fri 02 Jan 2026