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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Backing the Game Nationwide: Softball Australia and Easton Australia Sign Five Year Partnership
Softball Australia proudly announced today a five-year partnership signing with Easton Australia (Easton) at the USA Down Under International Softball Series in Redlands, Queensland.
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