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 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.
Strengthening Pathway Opportunities for U16 Women’s Athletes
Softball Australia is proud to continue strengthening the national high-performance pathway through expanded development opportunities designed to support growth, readiness, and long-term success for young female athletes.
Softball Australia Cup launches in Brisbane 2026 with International Tri-Series
Softball Australia is proud to unveil ‘Softball Australia Cup’, a new international invitational tournament set to debut at Downey Park, Brisbane, from 29 January – 1 February 2026.
U23 Men Complete Canberra Training Camp Ahead of World Cup Selection
Australia’s U23 Men have wrapped up their training camp in Canberra as the group edges closer to team selections for the 2026 World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) U-23 Men’s Softball World Cup Finals, to be held next April in Colombia, South America.
Softball Australia Appoints Adam Rindfleish as Head Coach of the Aussie Steelers
Softball Australia is proud to announce the appointment of Adam Rindfleish as the new Head Coach of the Australian Open Men’s Softball Team – the Aussie Steelers.
Patty Gasso Set to Lead Team USA Softball in Historic Return to Australia
For the first time in 25 years, Team USA will take the field in Australia — and Head Coach Patty Gasso says she can’t wait to see her side go head-to-head with the Aussie Spirit in what promises to be an exciting international showcase.
Four Head Coaches Confirmed for Men's Pathway Program
Softball Australia is excited to announce the appointment of Head Coaches for the Men’s Pathway program, a key part of supporting our national talent pathway. These coaches will play a vital role in guiding emerging talent and shaping the future of men’s softball in Australia.
Pathway Momentum: Women’s Program Staff Announced
Pathway Momentum: Women’s Program Staff Announced with Men’s Update Pending