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USA Softball All-Star Showcase Unites Legends and Rising Stars

Katie Burkhart-Gooch|
Jul 26, 2021; Yokohama, Japan; Team United States pitcher Rachel Garcia (21) warms up in the bullpen during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Yokohama Baseball Stadium in Yokohama, Japan. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-Imagn Images
Jul 26, 2021; Yokohama, Japan; Team United States pitcher Rachel Garcia (21) warms up in the bullpen during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Yokohama Baseball Stadium in Yokohama, Japan. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-Imagn Images | Kareem Elgazzar-Imagn Images

If you’re a softball fan or raising one, mark your calendar for June 15. The USA Softball Collegiate All-Star Showcase is more than just a game; it’s an experience that brings together the future of the sport with the athletes who helped shape it.

Held at the USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex in Oklahoma City, this event features standout collegiate All-Americans drafted into four powerhouse teams, alongside members of the U.S. Women’s National Team. It’s a rare chance to see some of the best college athletes and pro legends share the same field, and trust me, you’ll feel the intensity, pride, and passion from the first pitch to the last out.

Whether your kids dream of wearing red, white, and blue or just hit their first home run in rec ball, this is where those dreams start to feel real. Fans get to watch elite-level softball up close, meet the players, grab autographs, and soak in the kind of energy that only Team USA can bring. From the music to the matchups, this showcase delivers a championship atmosphere without the pressure of a bracket.

I had the privilege of playing in this game after winning the Women’s College World Series in 2008. A little twist? I ended up rooming with the starting pitcher from the team we’d just beaten twice. Once in Oklahoma City, and again when we were drafted to the same Pro team. Nothing like some friendly competition to keep things spicy.

That’s what makes this event so special – it’s about respect, growth, and community. You see rivals become teammates, heroes become mentors, and kids fall in love with the game all over again.

If you’re a parent thinking about taking your child to their first big softball event, this is the one. You’re not just buying a ticket, you’re investing in inspiration. You’re giving them a front-row seat to what’s possible.

Tickets are on sale now. Bring your glove, your camera, and your love for the game. It’s worth every penny.

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Katie Burkhart-Gooch
KATIE BURKHART-GOOCH

Katie Burkhart is a former professional softball pitcher and Arizona State University alumna, where she was a three-time All-American and led the Sun Devils to a national championship. She played professionally in the U.S., Japan, and Italy, and has coached at the Division I level. She now provides private pitching instruction and mindset training for athletes of all levels. Katie is also the author of Mental Muscle and Beyond the Game, books focused on athletic performance and life after sports.

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