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Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) begins their inaugural season on June 7 with the partnership and support of Major League Baseball. In the picture, from left to right: Montana Fouts, Odicci Alexander, Sis Bates, Skylar Wallace, Amanda Lorenz, Aliyah Andrews, Maya Brady, and Aleshia Ocasio.

AUSL Blaze Trade Former Arkansas Razorback for Former Arizona Two-Way Star

AUSL's Blaze, the team's worst performing team have traded former All-American Arkansas Razorback Danielle Gibson Whorton for two-way threat in former Arizona player Devyn Netz. This is only the second trade in the history of the league.

Allison Smith
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Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) begins their inaugural season on June 7 with the partnership and support of Major League Baseball. In the picture, from left to right: Montana Fouts, Odicci Alexander, Sis Bates, Skylar Wallace, Amanda Lorenz, Aliyah Andrews, Maya Brady, and Aleshia Ocasio.
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AUSL Blaze Trade Former Arkansas Razorback for Former Arizona Two-Way Star

AUSL's Blaze, the team's worst performing team have traded former All-American Arkansas Razorback Danielle Gibson Whorton for two-way threat in former Arizona player Devyn Netz. This is only the second trade in the history of the league.

Allison Smith
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One UCLA softball standout is joining the women's basketball program in 2026.
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UCLA Softball Standout to Join Bruins Basketball Team in 2026 as Dual-Sport Athlete

One UCLA softball star is joining the Bruins basketball team. She'll play both softball and basketball in 2026.

Nicole Reitz
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Jun 10, 2025; Eugene, OR, USA; A NCAA logo flag at the NCAA Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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SCORE Act Introduced in U.S. House to Reform College Sports, Defend Olympic Sports

A month after the historic House Settlement that has shaken and changed the landscape of college sports at large, and softball specifically, members of the US House are planning to introduce a new bill next week that would alter the transfer portal.

Allison Smith
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Zac Shaw, an assistant coach at Mississippi State, is a member of Team USA’s men’s fastpitch team.
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College Softball Coaches Help Lead USA to Super Round at 2025 WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup

Several women's college softball coaches are excelling greatly at the 2025 Men's Softball World Cup Finals.

Nicole Reitz
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May 25, 2025; Fayetteville, AR, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks first baseman Bri Ellis (77) prior to facing the Ole Miss Rebels in game three of the Fayetteville Super Regional at Bogle Park. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
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Softball On SI's NCAA Division I All-Quarter-Century Team: First Base

Softball On SI names its NCAA Division I All-Quarter-Century Team first baseman nominees, highlighting one of the most dominant players at the position over the last 25 years.

Maren Angus-Coombs
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Two softball legends will appear in MLB's Celebrity All-Star Game.
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MLB All-Star Celebrity Softball Game to Feature 2 Softball Legends

MLB All-Star weekend is approaching, and the 24th annual All-Star Celebrity Softball Game is set to kick off the festivities on July 12.

Nicole Reitz
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Purdue Softball Adds Former All Big-12 Honoree to Coaching Staff
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Purdue Softball Adds Former All-Big 12 Honoree to Coaching Staff

The Purdue Boilermakers have picked up a huge addition in the off season not on the roster, but the coaching staff. Former Baylor softball standout Nicky Dawson will be an assistant on the 2026 coaching staff.

Sarah Person
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Sam Landry uses ASL to communicate with her family and teammates.
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How One AUSL Star Communicates With Fans and Teammates Using ASL

One Volts pitcher uses American Sign Language to communicate with her family and friends while on the field.

Nicole Reitz
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Jun 5, 2025; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; The Texas Longhorns and the Texas Tech Red Raiders play in game two of the NCAA Softball Women's College World Series finals at Devon Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-Imagn Images
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SEC Softball Coach Sparks Controversy Over Proposed Batters’ Box Rule

An SEC softball coach, Larissa Anderson, is drawing attention after speaking out against a proposed NCAA rule allowing batters to keep part of their foot on the chalk outside the box, sparking debate across the sport.

Sarah Person
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Rutgers Softball Adds Veteran Coach to Staff
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Rutgers Softball Adds Veteran Coach to Staff

Rutgers softball has made a huge addition to its coaching staff ahead of the 2026 season as longtime coach Nick French has been announced as an assistant coach.

Sarah Person
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Missouri grabbed an All-American outfielder out of the transfer portal.
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Mizzou Softball Grabs All-American Outfielder out of Transfer Portal

A record-breaking outfielder is headed to Mizzou via the transfer portal.

Nicole Reitz
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UNCW Softball Adds Former Florida State Assistant To Coaching Staff
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UNCW Adds Former Florida State Softball Assistant To Coaching Staff

UNCW softball has announced a huge addition to its coaching staff ahead of next season as former Florida State assistant, Kyle Holton will take over as pitching coach for the Seahawks.

Sarah Person
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Junior catcher Reese Atwood was named the winner of the 2025 Johnny Bench Award.
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SEC Softball Star Named Winner of the 2025 Johnny Bench Award

An SEC softball star was named the winner of the 2025 Johnny Bench Award by the Cincinnati Reds.

Nicole Reitz
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Oregon State hired former Oregon pitcher Morgan Scott as the new pitching coach.
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Oregon State Softball Adds Former Oregon Pitcher to Coaching Staff

Oregon State Softball strengthens its coaching staff with the addition of a former Oregon pitcher, Morgan Scott, bringing in Pac-12 experience and in-state rivalry roots.

Sarah Person
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Bella Ortiz led Puerto Rico in the circle and at the plate during the U-15 WBSC World Cup.
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Puerto Rico’s Ace Reflects on U-15 WBSC World Cup and Emotional Win Over USA Softball

Puerto Rico ace Isabella Ortiz reflects on her undefeated run, leading the U-15 Women’s Softball World Cup in RBIs, and honoring her late coach during a powerful upset over Team USA.

Maren Angus-Coombs
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Ole Miss softball picked up a two-way player out of the transfer portal.
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Ole Miss Softball Adds NFCA Player of the Year Through Transfer Portal

Former West Texas A&M two-way player Emilee Boyer announced on Instagram that she is moving to Division I and will join the Ole Miss Rebels for her senior seaso

Nicole Reitz
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Volts outfielder McKenzie Clark of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League made history when she was a part of the first trade in league history.
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AUSL Softball Player’s Stats Explode After Girlfriend Gets Traded to Her Team

One AUSL player has had a terrific season at the plate since her girlfriend joined the roster.

Nicole Reitz
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Lilly Parrish has been named the MVP of the Florida Gulf Coast League
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North Carolina, Transfer Portal Softball Stars Highlight FGCL Summer Awards

The Florida Gulf Coast League announced awards to the most outstanding players of the summer. 

Nicole Reitz
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Utah's Paige Parker talks with Mariah Lopez during a softball game between Utah and Washington in the Women's College World Series at USA Softball Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City, Friday, June 2, 2023. Washington won 4-1.
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OU Softball National Champion Joins Oregon's Support Staff

Oregon softball has added a new Director of Player Development with championship experience, find out who is joining the Ducks’ staff.

Maren Angus-Coombs
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Apr 22, 2008; Los Angeles, CA, USA; USA national team players Monica Abbott (14), Vicky Galindo (19), Jennie Finch (27), Jenny Topping (31), Alicia Hollowell (34), Lauren Lappin (37), Laura Berg (44), Caitlin Lowe (26), Natasha Watley (29) Jessica Mendoza (2) and Crstyl Bustos (6) listen to national anthem before exhibition game against the UCLA Bruins at Easton Field.
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Oregon State Softball Adds Another Olympic Gold Medalist to Coaching Staff

Oregon State softball continues to elevate its program by adding an Olympic gold medalist to its coaching staff ahead of the upcoming season.

Maren Angus-Coombs
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Orange Beach High School softball ranks second on the MaxPreps High School Rankings list.
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High School Softball Rule Changes: NFHS Updates Tech Use Guidelines, More for 2025-26

The National Federation of State High School Associations met in its annual rules meeting to discuss several changes that will impact high school softball across the country.

Nicole Reitz
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UCLA's Alexis Ramirez (28) helps Megan Grant (43) touch home plate after a home run in the 7th inning of the Women's College World Series softball game between the UCLA Bruins and the Tennessee Volunteers at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Sunday, June, 1, 2025.
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Appendix G, Obstruction Emerge as Key Issues in NCAA Softball Coaches' Rules Survey

Appendix G and obstruction topped the list of concerns in the latest NCAA softball coaches' rules survey, signaling a potential shift in future rule changes.

Maren Angus-Coombs
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Texas Tech starting pitcher NiJaree Canady (24) pitches in the sixth inning during a softball game between Texas Tech and UCLA at the Women’s College World Series at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
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Texas Tech Softball Star NiJaree Canady Lands NIL Deal with Venmo

NiJaree Canady will serve as a brand ambassador for Venmo during the 2025-26 season.

Nicole Reitz
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Char Lorenz transferred from Louisville to LSU after an All-American season with the Cardinals.
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Why All-American Char Lorenz Picked LSU Softball After Entering the Transfer Portal

After a standout season at Louisville, Char Lorenz entered the transfer portal and chose LSU, find out what made the Tigers the right fit.

Maren Angus-Coombs
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Kinsey Fiedler has been named assistant coach at UMKC.
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Former Tennessee Softball Outfielder Kinsey Fiedler Named Assistant Coach at UMKC

The University of Missouri-Kansas City announced that former Tennessee outfielder Kinsey Fiedler is joining the staff as an assistant coach.

Nicole Reitz
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