15/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins Women's Softball World Cup Finals debut with 6-0 shutout over China

On the Castions di Strada diamond in Friuli Venezia-Giulia, Team Italy ace Alice Nicolini pitched a complete game shutout against China. Home runs from sluggers McKenzie Barbara, Andrea Filler and Marta Gasparotto powered the Italians in their Softball World Cup Finals debut on Monday night, July 15, 2024. The Italians return for a battle against USA on Tuesday, July 16th at 8:30 pm.

15/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Team Italy player development director Gianguido Poma answers 5 questions

Gianguido Poma takes time out during Haarlem Baseball Week in the Netherlands to share his insight on coaching Team Italy and leading the Club Italia LA28 initiative

15/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Spain 10-3 for first Haarlem Baseball Week win

Two home run blasts by Samuele Gamberini and one homer from Nathanael Batista powered Team Italy past Spain at Haarlem Baseball Week in the Netherlands on Monday, July 15, 2024. The Italians return for a battle against undefeated Japan on Tuesday, July 16th at 3:30 pm.

14/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Gold medal for undefeated Team Italy in U18 European Baseball Championship after 3-1 victory over Germany

Team Italy pitcher and U18 Euro MVP Giacomo Taschin earned the win against Germany in the U18 European Baseball Championship finals at the Armin Wolf Arena in Regensburg, Germany on Sunday, July 14, 2024 and punched the Azzurri ticket to the 2025 U18 Baseball World Cup

14/07/2024 3 Minute Read

USA defeats Team Italy 6-4 at Haarlem Baseball Week

After suffering a 4-0 shutout to the Kingdom of the Netherlands the prior evening, Team Italy was defeated 6-4 by a group of top Junior College (JUCO) All-Stars from the USA at Pim Mulier Stadion in Haarlem on Sunday morning, July 14, 2024 The Italians return for a battle against Spain on Monday, July 15th at 3:30 pm.

13/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy advances to U18 Euro Baseball finals after 6-5 extra-inning win over Great Britain

Team Italy (6-0) battles Germany in the U18 European Baseball Championship finals at the Armin Wolf Arena in Regensburg, Germany on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at 7 pm

13/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Team Italy loses Haarlem Baseball Week debut to Kingdom of the Netherlands 4-0

The young and talented Italians suffered a 4-0 shutout to an undefeated Dutch veteran team at Pim Mulier Stadion in Haarlem on Saturday night, July 13, 2024. Team Italy returns for a clash against a group of top college prospects from the USA on Sunday morning at 11:30 am.

13/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Former LA Dodger prospect Federico Celli brings veteran presence to young Team Italy at Haarlem Baseball Week

29-year-old Federico Celli leads a talented group of promising Club Italia LA28 players vying for Olympic qualification at Haarlem Baseball Week, an international tournament featuring teams from Europe, Asia and North America.

13/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 squad places third at Youth Rotterdam Baseball Week after 15-2 win over Kingdom of the Netherlands

Team Italy closed out Youth Rotterdam Baseball Week with a third-place finish after a convincing 15-2 victory over the Kingdom of the Netherlands U15 squad at the Neptunus Sports Complex on Saturday, July 13, 2024

12/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy advances to U18 Euro Baseball semifinals after 9-3 win over Germany

Group A top-seed Team Italy (5-0) faces Group B second-seed Great Britain (3-2) in the U18 European Baseball Championship semifinals in Regensburg, Germany on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 7:30 pm

12/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Italy to host 2025 U15 Softball World Cup and 2026 U15 Baseball World Cup

By hosting the U15 Softball World Cup in 2025 and the U15 Baseball World Cup in 2026, Italy will have organized world-class sporting events in the country for four consecutive years

12/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Francesco Bonvini makes Team Italy Elite debut at Haarlem Baseball Week via FIBS College Pipeline and IABF Scholarship

The Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) College Pipeline has proven successful for Team Italy pitcher Francesco Bonvini and other Italian prospects at American colleges. The young and promising Parma native makes his Azzurri Elite debut at Haarlem Baseball Week from July 12-19, 2024.

11/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 rematch against the Czechs in Youth Rotterdam Baseball Week semifinals after 10-9 extra-inning loss to Germany

Coming off an emotional 16-12 extra-inning win over the Kingdom of the Netherlands U16 squad earlier in the day, Team Italy suffered a 10-9 extra-inning loss to Germany at the Neptunus Sports Complex on Thursday night, July 11, 2024. The Italians return on Friday, July 12th at 3:30 pm in the semifinals against the Czech Republic.

11/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy claims U18 European Baseball Championship semifinal berth after 2-1 win over Spain

The Italians punched their ticket to the U18 European Baseball Championship semifinals after defeating Spain 2-1 on Thursday, July 11, 2024 in Regensburg. Team Italy returns to Armin Wolf Baseball Arena on Friday, July 12th at 6 pm to face undefeated Germany.

11/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 squad wins 16-12 extra-inning Youth Rotterdam Baseball Week game against Dutch U16 squad

Team Italy played with heart against an older Kingdom of the Netherlands U16 squad during Youth Rotterdam Baseball Week at the Neptunus Sports Complex on Thursday, July 11, 2024. The Italians came from behind throughout the contest and tied the game 12-12 in the seventh inning. The Azzurri U15 squad added four runs to win 16-2 in eight innings.

11/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy makes Haarlem Baseball Week debut against Kingdom of the Netherlands on July 13, 2024

It will be the 135th showdown in history between the Italians and the Dutch hosts during Haarlem Baseball Week 2024 at Pim Mulier Stadion in the Netherlands

10/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy registers third consecutive shutout at U18 European Baseball Championship

After a 7-0 shutout over Israel two days prior and a 10-0 mercy-rule shutout over Austria 10-0 the day before, Team Italy rolled over Croatia 14-0 via mercy rule in five innings on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at the U18 European Baseball Championship in Regensburg, Germany

10/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Giulio Monello and Simone Carnevale replace Alberto Mineo and Claudio Scotti on Team Italy roster at Haarlem Baseball Week

As a precautionary measure to prevent injury, Team Italy captain Alberto Mineo is being replaced by catcher Giulio Monello and Azzurri ace Claudio Scotti is being replaced by pitcher Simone Carnevale at the 31st edition of Haarlem Baseball Week in the Netherlands from July 12-19, 2024

10/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 squad endures 8-7 heartbreaking loss at Youth Rotterdam Baseball Week

Errors committed by the Italians in the fifth inning was the difference in the Kingdom of the Netherlands U15 squad’s 8-7 win over Team Italy on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 during Youth Rotterdam Baseball Week at the Neptunus Sports Complex

09/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 squad suffers 11-7 loss in Youth Rotterdam Baseball Week debut

The Czech Republic took an early 7-0 lead after two innings and never looked back against Team Italy on day one of Youth Rotterdam Baseball Week in the Netherlands. The Italians return to the Neptunus Sports Complex in Rotterdam to take on the host country’s U15 squad on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 3:30 pm.

09/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy beats Austria 10-0 in U18 European Baseball Championship

After a 7-0 shutout over Israel the day prior, Team Italy returned to defeat Austria 10-0 via mercy rule in six innings on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at the U18 European Baseball Championship in Regensburg, Germany

09/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy roster announced for Women’s Softball World Cup Finals in Castions di Strada

Azzurre manager Federico Pizzolini has revealed the 16 players that will represent Team Italy at the XVII Women’s Softball World Cup Finals in Castions di Strada from July 15-20, 2024

08/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Israel 7-0 in U18 European Baseball Championship debut

Azzurri pitchers Filippo Sabatini, Giacomo Taschin and Daniel Francini combined to deliver a 7-0 shutout with 14 strikeouts and limit israel to just two hits in their European Baseball Championship debut in Regensburg, Germany on Monday, July 8, 2024

07/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy makes U18 European Baseball Championship debut against Israel in Regensburg, Germany

Team Italy U18 manager Guglielmo Trinci believes his Azzurri squad is ready to compete at its highest level in the Euros

06/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy settles for silver medal as bad weather cancels U15 European Softball Championship final

The Czech Republic was declared the Gold Medal winner in the U15 European Softball Championship final in Prague since the Czechs had defeated the Italians earlier in the tourney

06/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy places fourth in U12 Euro Baseball Championship

The young and talented Italian U12 baseball squad settled for fourth place after suffering losses to Germany (10-0) in the semifinals on Friday, July 5, 2024 and the Czech Republic (11-0) in the bronze medal game on Saturday, July 6, 2024

04/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy faces undefeated Germany in U12 Euro Baseball Championship semifinals

After a 5-1 loss to the Kingdom of the Netherlands the day prior, the young and talented Italian U12 baseball squad must bounce back and defeat host Germany in the semifinals on Friday, July 5, 2024 at 6 pm (local time) to advance to the Gold Medal game

03/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy guaranteed U12 Euro Baseball Championship semifinal berth after two shutouts

The young and talented Italian U12 baseball squad beat Austria 15-0 (4 innings) on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 and defeated Lithuania 21-0 (3 innings) on the following day in Paderborn, Germany. Team Italy plays undefeated Kingdom of the Netherlands to determine the Group B top seed on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 1 pm (local time)

03/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy roster unveiled for Haarlem Baseball Week

Making its third consecutive appearance at the historic Dutch tournament, the Azzurri baseball squad features a mix of both experienced and promising new faces from Italy’s Serie A

01/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Back-to-back no-hitters for Team Italy in U15 European Softball Championship

The dynamic pitching duo of Sabrina Bottazzi and Emma Obino are unhittable as Team Italy cruises to double-digit shutouts over Croatia (10-0, 4 innings) and the Kingdom of the Netherlands (11-0, 5 innings). The Italians return to Svoboda Park in Prague on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 9:30 am to face undefeated Great Britain.

01/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy is ready for the U12 European Baseball Championship in Paderborn, Germany

The young and talented Italians make their U12 Euro debut against Austria on Tuesday July 2, 2024 at 3:30 pm. Live streaming via subscription on baseballeurope.tv

30/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U15 European Softball Championship exhibition game

The young and talented Italians defeated the Kingdom of the Netherlands 11-7 in a pre-Euro exhibition game at Svoboda Park in Prague on Sunday, June 30, 2024

28/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy completes training in Friuli-Venezia Giulia before embarking for U15 European Softball Championship

The Team Italy U15 softball squad have finished workouts on the Buttrio diamond and have departed for the Euros in Prague, Czech Republic

28/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy schedule announced for U18 Softball World Cup Group B

Team Italy debuts against host China in U18 Softball World Cup Group B action on August 14, 2024 at 7 pm (local time) in Pingtan, Other games against Japan, the Netherlands, Peru and Puerto Rico are scheduled through August 17, 2024.

25/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad competes in Vittorio Pino Memorial in Legnano from July 11-13, 2024 before departing for Canada

Team Italy U18 softball manager Andrea Longagnani has summoned 16 players to Legnano for the Vittorio Pino Memorial Tourney before traveling to Toronto, Canada for a ten-day training camp from July 15-24, 2024 in preparation for the group stage of the U18 Softball World Cup in Pingtan, China from August 14-18, 2024

25/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy gathers in Lodi from July 6-8, 2024 in preparation for U15 Baseball World Cup

The Team Italy U15 baseball squad holds workouts in Lodi from July 6-8, 2024 before participating in an international tournament in Rotterdam from July 9-13, 2024

24/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy roster revealed for U18 European Baseball Championship in Regensburg

Azzurri manager Guglielmo Trinci has selected 20 players to represent Team Italy in the U18 European Baseball Championship in Regensburg, Germany from July 8-14, 2024.

23/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy #30 jersey and Hall of Fame plaque delivered to Bill Holmberg's family in Godo

In celebration of the life and memory of international baseball ambassador Bill Holmberg, Federazione Italiana Baseball Sofball President Andrea Marco gave wife Gabriella Holmberg her late and great husband's retired Team Italy #30 jersey and FIBS Hall of Fame plaque before game two of the Serie A battle between host Godo and Nettuno 1945

21/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Elite workout in Parma on June 26, 2024 to prepare for Haarlem Baseball Week

A group of 23 seasoned Azzurri veterans will represent Team Italy at Haarlem Baseball Week, which takes place in the Netherlands from July 12-19, 2024

20/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball squad revealed for Euro Championship

Azzurrini manager Stefano Burato has summoned 18 players to Trento for a training camp from June 26-30, 2024 prior to departing for the U12 European Baseball Championship in Paderborn, Germany

20/06/2024 1 Minute Read

After win over Modena, Team Italy U18 baseball squad makes final preparations for Euro Championship

After a 5-1 Comcor Modena exhibition game victory, the Team Italy U18 baseball squad will meet in Verona on June 29, 2024 before departing for the European Baseball Championship in Regensburg, Germany

20/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Refund policies for WBSC Women's Softball World Cup tickets

In the event of postponements, failure to play or relocation of games to another venue, here are the refund policies for WBSC Women's Softball World Cup tickets

19/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Cuggiono, Italy unveils mural of Yogi Berra, Joe Garagiola, Frank Crespi and Jim Pisoni

The Milanese city that hosted 'La Cultura del Baseball' for Expo 2015 dedicates a mural to Berra, Garagiola, Crespi and Pisoni, its proud sons who became Major League greats

14/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Italian Softball Talent Team competes in Giancarlo Bianchi Junior Tourney in Saronno from June 27-30, 2024

Team Italy Junior softball manager Maria Grazia Barberis has selected 17 girls to represent the Talent Team at the Ninth Annual U16 Giancarlo Bianchi International Tournament in Saronno from June 27-30, 2024

14/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Women’s Softball World Cup Finals tickets discounted 30% on June 15, 2024

Day and season tickets for the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals in Castions di Strada (Friuli-Venezia Giulia) from July 15-20, 2024 are discounted 30% on Saturday, June 15, 2024

11/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy holds training camp in Cupramontana in preparation for U12 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy U12 baseball manager Stefano Burato has invited 26 players to a three-day training camp beginning Monday, June 17, 2024 to prepare for the U12 European Baseball Championship in Paderborn, Germany from July 2-7, 2024

11/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy roster unveiled for U15 European Softball Championship

Seventeen players have been selected to represent Team Italy at the U15 European Softball Championship in Prague from July 1-6, 2024

10/06/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals media credential window opens

Media representatives can now request access to the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals in Castions di Strada (Udine) from July 15-20, 2024 via the World Baseball Softball Confederation website platform

10/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy prepares for Women’s Softball World Cup with workout in Udine on June 24, 2024

Azzurre manager Fedrico Pizzolini has summoned 17 players to begin the squad’s summer training in Friuli-Venezia Giulia to prepare for the Women’s Softball World Cup Finals in Castions di Strada from July 15-20, 2024

07/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad plays exhibition games against Godo and Modena on June 18 & 19, 2024

Team Italy U18 manager Guglielmo Trinci prepares his Azzurri squad for the U18 European Baseball Championship in Regensburg, Germany from July 8-14, 2024 with two exhibition games against Serie A teams Godo and Modena

03/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy BXC staff and program revealed in preparation for Blind Baseball International Cup

Defending champion Team Italy will attempt to win its second consecutive Blind Baseball International Cup at Farnham Park in Buckinghamshire (London) from September 27-29, 2024

30/05/2024 3 Minute Read

Team Italy manager Mike Piazza inspires Club Italia LA28 baseball prospects in Codogno

National Baseball Hall of Famer and Team Italy manager Mike Piazza along with technical director Gianguido Poma were impressed with the potential of Club Italia LA28, a young group of Olympic hopefuls vying for Italy’s qualification

29/05/2024 2 Minute Read

Milano-Cortina 2026 Foundation welcomes WBSC Women's Softball World Cup

At the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup press conference hosted by the Milano-Cortina 2026 Foundation on the 44th floor of the Allianz Building in Milan. Team Italy Elite Softball captain Giulia Longhi exclaimed: "We aim to make history."

24/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Softball U13 Talent Team workout in San Bonifacio on June 11, 2024

Team Italy U13 softball manager Maria Grazia Barberis has selected 26 players to join the Talent Team in San Bonifacio on Tuesday, June 11, 2024

21/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Club Italia LA28 baseball prospects play exhibition game in Codogno on May 29, 2024

The young and promising Italian prospects striving for Olympic qualification compete against the local Serie A baseball team in Codogno on May 29, 2024

21/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad plays exhibition games in Collecchio on June 18, 2024

Team Italy U18 softball manager coach Andrea Longagnani has summoned 18 players for a morning workout followed by two exhibition games in Collecchio on June 18, 2024

19/05/2024 2 Minute Read

FIBS and Udinese Calcio celebrate partnership with Team Italy Softball and Baseball

Prior to the start of the soccer match between host Udinese Calcio and Empoli FC on Sunday, May 19, 2024, members of the Team Italy softball squad displayed the WBSC Softball World Cup trophy on the field in celebration of the upcoming international competition in Castions di Strada from July 15-20, 2024. Team Italy Baseball Elite manager Mike Piazza and FIBS President Andrea Marcon also spoke at the Club House and greeted fans.

16/05/2024 3 Minute Read

WBSC Women's Softball World Cup trophy revealed

BNL d'Italia Tennis International hosted the official press conference for the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup, which will take place in Castions di Strada from July 15-20, 2024

16/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U17 Baseball5 squad gathers in Aosta on June 10 & 11, 2024

Team Italy Baseball5 manager Maurizio Balla has summoned 12 players (six boys and six girls) to Aosta for a two-day workout in preparation for the Youth Baseball5 European Championship in Clermont Ferrand, France from October 29-November 2, 2024

14/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad plays exhibition games on May 21 & 22, 2024

Azzurri manager Guglielmo Trinci has summoned 24 players for exhibition games against Parmaclima and Camec Collecchio

12/05/2024 1 Minute Read

The Daily Passes for the Softball World Cup can be purchased at the direct links

Daily tickets for the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals in July can be reached from the single-day link. 20% World Baseball Softball Day discount promotion extended to through Monday May 13th.

03/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad impresses in Caronno and Bollate

Team Italy U15 softball manager Maristella Perizzolo was impressed with her squad’s strong showing at recent workouts in in Caronno and Bollate. The Azzurrine will reunite again at the end of June.

02/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Tickets now on sale for the Women’s European Softball Championship in Utrecht

There are three options for purchasing tickets for the Women’s European Softball Championship in Utrecht, the Netherlands from September 1-7, 2024

30/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad plays two exhibition games in Grosseto on May 7-8, 2024

Due to bad weather in Piacenza, the Team Italy U18 has canceled its workout on May 1, 2024. The Azzurri squad will instead play two exhibition games against Bbc Grosseto and Bsc Big Mat on Tuesday, May 7th and Wednesday, May 8th.

29/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy makes U18 European Baseball Championship debut in Regensburg against Israel on July 8, 2024

Team Italy manager Guglielmo Trinci will have the Azzurri prepared for battle in the U18 European Baseball Championship from July 8-14, 2024 in Regensburg. The Italians are in Group A with host Germany, Israel, Austria, Croatia, and Spain.

26/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad meets in Piacenza on May 1, 2024

Team Italy U18 manager Guglielmo Trinci has summoned 30 players for a workout in Piacenza on May 1, 2024

19/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U15 Baseball World Cup Group A in Barranquilla, Colombia from August 16-25, 2024

The Azzurrini are placed in Group A with host Colombia, Japan, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and Guam in the 20th edition of the U15 Baseball World Cup

17/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U18 Softball World Cup Group Stage in Pingtan, China from August 14-18, 2024

The Italians are in U18 Softball World Cup Group B with host China, Japan, Peru, the Netherlands and Puerto Rico

16/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball squad reunites in Florence on May 1, 2024

Team Italy U15 baseball manager Giuseppe Mazzanti has summoned 23 players to Florence for the squad's second workout on Wednesday, May 1, 2024

15/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women’s softball squad undergoes athletic tests in Saronno on May, 14, 2024

Team Italy elite softball manager Federico Pizzolini has summoned 17 Azzurre players for a series of athletic tests in Saronno on Tuesday, May 14, 2024

12/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy manager Mike Piazza and Steel Sports present Baseball and Softball Family Day in Florence on April 26, 2024

National Baseball Hall of Famer and Team Italy manager Mike Piazza joins official partner Steel Sports for a day dedicated to the boys and girls of baseball and softball, their parents and their coaches

12/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in Women’s European Softball Championship in Utrecht, the Netherlands from September 1-7, 2024

12-time Euro Champion Team Italy automatically qualifies for the second round and will be in Group Y with Great Britain, Greece and Israel along with winners of Group B (Bulgaria, Denmark, France and Ukraine) and Group C (Austria, Hungary, Malta and Poland)

11/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Steel Sports works with Team Italy U12 Baseball Coaching Staff in Bologna, Anzio and Novara for first three of six Open Drafts

The first three Open Drafts for baseball players recommended by their respective clubs are scheduled in Bologna, Anzio and Novara. Steel Sports coaches will work with the Team Italy staff in identifying the best candidates for the national team in preparation for the U12 European Baseball Championship in Paderborn, Germany from July 2-6, 2024.

11/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball squad begins training in Padova on April 25, 2024

In preparation for the U15 Baseball World Cup in Colombia in August, the Azzurrini begin workouts in Padova on Thursday, April 25, 2024

11/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball workout in Verona on April 25, 2024

Team Italy U18 baseball manager Guglielmo Trinci has summoned 30 prospects to an intensive day of training in Verona on Thursday, April 25, 2024

08/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Club Italia LA28 makes baseball debut in Grosseto with two wins

Club Italia LA28 manager Gianguido Poma and his coaching staff worked diligently with 24 baseball players for five days of extensive physical and athletic tests before winning two exhibition games against local Serie A teams in Grosseto

08/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad holds workouts in Caronno Pertusella and Bollate

Team Italy U15 softball manager Maristella Perizzolo has called up 18 players for three days of intensive workouts from April 29-May 1, 2024 in Lombardy

08/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 Softball tryouts in Rome, San Bonifacio and La Loggia

The Team Italy U13 softball squad is holding tryouts between April 25th and May 12th in Rome, San Bonifacio and La Loggia

02/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 manager Guglielmo Trinci feels upbeat after workout for 52 baseball prospects in Arezzo

With eyes on the U18 European Baseball in Regensberg, Germany in July, Azzurri manager Guglielmo Trinci along with coaches Gianmario Costa, Alessandro Fanfoni, Claudio Corradi and Gianluca Poli have called for additional workouts on April 25th in Verona and May 1st in Piacenza.

29/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Young Italian softball prospects are making progress at U.S. colleges

The Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) and Italian American Baseball Foundation (IABF) College Pipeline in association with Between the Lines has already proven successful for young Team Italy prospects at American colleges

22/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Club Italia LA28 begins journey in Grosseto

The first gathering for young and promising baseball prospects aiming for the qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games will take place at Roberto Iannella Stadium in Grosseto from April 2-7, 2024

21/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U15 Baseball World Cup in Colombia from August 16-25, 2024

After a nine-year absence from the U15 Baseball World Cup competition. Team Italy returns to the global stage at the 2024 U15 Baseball World Cup in Barranquilla, Colombia.

19/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball manager Andrea Longagnani reflects on squad’s Isidoro Dusi Memorial performance

Azzurrine skipper Andrea Longagnani reflected on the Team Italy U18 softball squad’s performance at the conclusion of the Isidoro Dusi Memorial, which took place on the diamonds of Bollate and Caronno Pertusella on March 16 and 17, 2024.

14/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 Baseball5 squad begins season with workout in Aosta on March 28 & 29, 2024

Team Italy manager Maurizio Balla has summoned 22 prospects for a two-day workout in Aosta to prepare for the U18 Baseball5 European Championship, which will take place at the end of October in Clermont Ferrand, France.

13/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball prospects begin training in Arezzo

Team Italy U18 baseball manager Guglielmo Trinci will have the opportunity to see two different groups of players showcase in Arezzo on March 29 and 30, 2024

07/03/2024 3 Minute Read

Japan sweeps Team Europe in Global Baseball Games

After a 5-0 shutout the night prior, Samurai Japan delivered the one-two punch with a 2-0 combined no-hit perfect game shutout over Team Europe in the second of the Global Baseball Games at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan on Thursday, March 7, 2024

06/03/2024 3 Minute Read

Team Europe suffers 5-0 shutout to Japan in Global Baseball Games opener

Samurai Japan pitchers limited Team Europe to six hits while the Samurai offense posted two runs in the first and fifth innings and added one more in the sixth inning to post a 5-0 shutout over the Europeans. The second contest of the two game Carnext Samurai Japan series takes place on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 7 pm (local time) and 5 am (ET)

05/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy clashes with the Netherlands in Haarlem Week 2024 debut

National Baseball Hall of Famer and Team Italy Elite manager Mike Piazza will prepare his Azzurri players and Club Italia LA28 Olympic prospects for the 135th showdown in history between the Italians and the Dutch hosts during Haarlem Week 2024 at Pim Mulier Stadion

05/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad competes in Bollate Tournament from March 22-24, 2024

Team Italy U15 softball manager Maristella Perizzolo has selected 18 players for the Bollate Tournament from March 22-24, 2024

05/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Alessandro Maestri returns to Osaka for Global Baseball Games as Team Europe pitching coach

It is home away from home for former Team Italy ace Alessandro Maestri, who pitched in Japan for the Orix Buffaloes from 2012 to 2015. He makes a triumphant return to the city where enjoyed some of his favorite personal and professional memories as the pitching coach for Team Europe in the Global Baseball Games against Samurai Japan at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka on Wednesday, March 6th and Thursday, March 7th.

03/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Watch the Global Baseball Games livestream on GameTime

The two Carnext Samurai Japan Series games between Japan and Team Europe, which are scheduled on Wednesday, March 6th and Thursday, March 7th at 7 pm (local Osaka time) and 5 am (ET), will be streamed on the WBSC GameTime OTT platform

01/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy vies for third consecutive title at U22 Women's European Softball Championship in Kutno, Poland from August 5-10, 2024

After defeating host Czech Republic in the 2022 U22 Women's European Softball Championship final in Kunovice and Kingdom of the Netherlands in the 2018 U22 Women's European Softball Championship Gold Medal game in Trnava, Slovakia, Team Italy attempts to score its third consecutive title and fourth championship in history at the eight edition of the international competition in Kutro, Poland from August 5-10, 2024.

28/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in Haarlem Baseball Week from July 12-19, 2024

The Azzurri participate in the historic Dutch event for the seventh time with an eye towards the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

27/02/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad reunites in Bollate

Eighteen Italian players have been selected to participate in the first Team Italy U18 softball workout from March 15-17, 2024

22/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U12 European Baseball Championship in Paderborn from July 2-6, 2024

Team Italy manager Stefano Burato along with coaches Alessandro Rosa Colombo, Simona Conti, Christian Tosini and Deborah Zanetti go for the gold in the U12 European Baseball Championship in Paderborn, Germany from July 2-6, 2024

21/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U18 European Baseball Championship in Regensburg from July 8-14, 2024

Under the guidance and leadership of new manager Guglielmo Trinci, Team Italy hopes to rebound and secure a medal in the 2024 U18 European Baseball Championship in Regensburg, Germany after a fourth-place finish in 2022.

17/02/2024 2 Minute Read

Young Italian baseball prospects are making progress at U.S. colleges

The Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) College Pipeline has already proven successful for several young Team Italy prospects at American colleges

14/02/2024 2 Minute Read

Rosters for Global Baseball Games in Osaka announced

Six Italian players will represent Team Europe at the Carnext Samurai Japan Series Global Baseball Games at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka on March 6 & 7, 2024

09/02/2024 2 Minute Read

Global Baseball Games between Team Europe and Japan held in Osaka on March 6 & 7, 2024

The second edition of the Global Baseball Games between Team Europe and the Samurai Japan national team take place at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka on March 6 and 7, 2024. Team Europe roster will be announced on February 14th.

08/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U17 Baseball5 holds tryout in Bologna

In preparation this year’s European Youth Championship in France, the Team Italy U17 Baseball5 staff is holding an open tryout in Bologna on February 24 and 25, 2024

05/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy reunion: Dominic Fletcher joins Nicky Lopez on the Chicago White Sox

Dominic Fletcher and Nicky Lopez, two of Team Italy’s best performing players in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, are reunited on the Chicago White Sox

02/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U18 Softball World Cup Group B in China from August 14-18, 2024

Team Italy faces U18 Softball World Cup Group B host China, Japan, Kingdom of the Netherlands and two representatives from the Americas Qualifier in Pingtan from August 14-18, 2024

02/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Softball gathers in Rome for athletic tests

Team Italy Softball (Elite, U18 and U15) players assemble in Rome on on Sunday, February 25, 2024 to undergo a series of athletic tests at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center

01/02/2024 1 Minute Read

CON-X 2024 opens door to new possibilities

Last weekend CON-X 2024 took place at the Palacongressi in Rimini, home to the 2020 and 2023 editions of the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention. The event officially marked the start of the season with optimism for a bright future ahead.

30/01/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Baseball and Softball coaching staffs announced

At the recent CON-X 2024 in Rimini, the Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball Federal Council revealed the coaching staffs for the Team Italy Baseball and Softball programs

27/01/2024 3 Minute Read

FIBS President Andrea Marcon speaks at CON-X 2024 in Rimini

Speaking in front of a capacity crowd at CON-X 2024 inside Palacongressi’s Amphitheater Hall in Rimini on Saturday, January 27, 2024, Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) President Andrea Marcon announced that he would seek reelection for another four-year term

26/01/2024 1 Minute Read

CON-X 2024 knocks it out of the park at Palacongressi in Rimini

After well-received workshops for coaches and scorekeepers by a cast of international speakers, the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention ended day one of the three-day CON-X 2024 with Binario Vivo theater company's production of "Batti e Corri"

25/01/2024 1 Minute Read

CON-X 2024 presents National Classifiers Committee workshops from January 26-28

The National Classifiers Committee (CNC) will host 12 engaging seminars for baseball and softball scorekeepers at CON-X 2024 at the Palacongressi in Rimini beginning Friday, January 26th and continuing through Sunday, January 28th. Highlights include special presentations from internationally-acclaimed statisticians Pablo Carpio, Michael Zambelli and Paul Macaluso.

21/01/2024 5 Minute Read

Change The Game takes center stage at CON-X 2024

Sefi Idem, Filippo Galli, Paola Puglisi and Valentina Aragona along with Team Italy softball ambassador Fabrizia Marrone will be joined by Change the Game leader Daniela Simonetti in training workshops against abuse. Serving as a support system for clubs in complying with the legal provisions for the protection of boys and girls in competition, Change the Game makes it presence known at CON-X 2024 at the Palacongressi in Rimini.

19/01/2024 2 Minute Read

CON-X 2024 welcomes international umpires Zdenek Zidek and Frances Billingsley to Rimini

Twenty workshops are scheduled for baseball and softball umpires at CON-X 2024 at the Palacongressi in Rimini from January 26-28, 2024. Comitato Nazionale Arbitri (CNA) commissioner Gianluca Magnani will open the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention program for umpires and host an award ceremony.

19/01/2024 1 Minute Read

Binario Vivo presents "Batti e Corri" on stage at CON-X 2024

After the premiere at the Teatro Nuovo in Pisa, the Binario Vivo theater company proudly presents "Batti e Corri" at CON-X 2024 inside PalaCongressi ‘s Sala della Piazza in Rimini on Friday, January 26, 2024 at 7 pm

18/01/2024 1 Minute Read

San Diego Padres and Team Italy catcher Brett Sullivan holds clinic in Collecchio after CON-X 2024

Brett Sullivan will work with both catchers and their coaches at the Giannino Zinelli complex, home of Collecchio Baseball Softball, on Monday afternoon, January 29, 2024.

13/01/2024 3 Minute Read

CON-X 2024 program revealed, Dan Peterson named guest of honor

There are 97 workshops that make up the CON-X 2024 program, which focuses on youth promotion and development at the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention. In addition to Filippo Galli and Sefi Idem being added as presenters. legendary basketball coach, commentator and trainer Dan Peterson will serve as guest of honor at the Palacongressi in Rimini on Saturday, January 27, 2024.

10/01/2024 3 Minute Read

CON-X 2024 presents a trio of MLB speakers

2023 WBC Team Italy and San Diego Padres catcher Brett Sullivan, renowned pitching coach Felice Phil Cundari and Toronto Blue Jays Advance Scout Anthony Lucchese are among the special guests appearing at CON-X-2024, the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention.

07/01/2024 1 Minute Read

Women's Softball World Cup Finals: Daily Passes on sale

Available on the VivaTicket.com platform the Daily Passes for the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals 2024. Full Passes are also on sale for the main softball event, scheduled in Castions di Strada, Udine, Italy between July 15-20, 2024.

04/01/2024 1 Minute Read

CON-X 2024: Italian Baseball and Softball Convention hotels

CON-X 2024 attendees can use the online booking platform provided by Aia Palas for their accommodations in Rimini, Italy

02/01/2024 2 Minute Read

CON-X 2024: Softball Royalty grace the Palacongressi stage in Rimini, Italy

Team Italy Senior Elite special advisor Mike Candrea and pitching coaches Nancy Evans and Becky Blatnik are among the guest speakers scheduled to appear at CON-X, the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention, at the Palacongressi in Rimini from January 26-28, 2024.

29/12/2023 2 Minute Read

2024 Piemonte Tournament of the Regions dates, locations and logo revealed

The 21st edition of the Tournament of the Regions will take place in seven different locations on nine baseball diamonds in Piemonte from June 6-9, 2024. Torino hosts the finals. Longtime FIBS artist and graphic designer Andrea Villani created the logo.

24/12/2023 2 Minute Read

FIBS President Andrea Marcon sends best wishes to Team Italy Baseball and Softball supporters

Sport culture and training continue to serve as essential tools in facing the great challenges that await baseball and softball on and off the diamond. The new Social Responsibility section of the FIBS website has launched.

20/12/2023 1 Minute Read

CON-X 2024: Italian Baseball and Softball Convention tickets available via VivaTicket

Three types of ticketing options remain for CON-X 2024, the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention, at the Palacongressi di Rimini from January 26-28, 2024

19/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy ranked 14th in WBSC/KONAMI Men's Baseball World Ranking

Japan. Mexico and USA top the WBSC/KONAMI Men's Baseball World Ranking, while Kingdom of the Netherlands ranks seventh and Team Italy ranks 14th

15/12/2023 4 Minute Read

FIBS Pipeline and Barry Butera grant Mathieu Silva's wish to play baseball and study in the USA

After representing Team Italy in the 2021 U12 Baseball World Cup and the 2022 U12 European Baseball Championship, Mathieu Silva left Bollate for an extraordinary experience at Barry Butera's Lake Castle School in Madisonville (New Orleans), Louisiana.

14/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Christmas Promo tickets for Women's Softball World Cup Finals in Italy on sale

A limited-time Women's Softball World Cup FInals Christmas Special Ticket Package for the entire tournament is now available via VivaTicket through January 6, 2024 for only €55.60

13/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in Women's Softball European Championship in Utrecht, Netherlands from September 1-7, 2024

The Netherlands host the 24th edition of the Women's Softball European Championship in Utrecht from September 1-7, 2024

04/12/2023 3 Minute Read

New York Gala hints of promising future for IABF and FIBS

The Italian American Baseball Foundation celebrated a historic year with nearly 500 guests joining the festivities at Marina Del Rey in Bronx, New York on Thursday, November 30, 2023. From the documentary 'Mission: Classic' to the doubling of scholarships, Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball President Andrea Marcon could not be more happy with the progress of the long-term relationship with IABF and the launch of new partnerships.

01/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Free CON-X online training with PA Announcer Jean Allard on December 6, 2023 at 1 pm (ET)

Jean Allard, PA Announcer of the 2023 Softball World Cup Group Stage in Italy, will host an online workshop via Zoom on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 1-2 pm (ET)

28/11/2023 2 Minute Read

2024 Women's Softball World Cup Finals schedule and ticket packages are now online

The XVII Women's Softball World Cup Final Round on the Italian diamond of Castions di Strada in Friuli Venezia-Giulia takes place from July 15-20, 2024. Team Italy is in Group A with USA, Canada and China. FIBS members can now purchase tickets, while the general public can access Christmas Special tickets beginning December 14, 2023.

26/11/2023 1 Minute Read

CON-X 2024 at Palacongressi Rimini welcomes Team Italy catcher Brett Sullivan to Coaches Convention

Palacongressi di Rimini hosts the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention for the third time from January 26-28, 2024. San Diego Padres catcher Brett Sullivan is the first of many special guests slated to appear at CON-X 2024.

24/11/2023 2 Minute Read

The boxer who dreamed of MLB: Dario Ricci's new book “Rocky Marciano” launched in Bologna in celebration of the Italian-American legend’s 100th birthday

Dario Ricci's new book "Rocky Marciano" was officially launched in Bologna on Thursday, November 23, 2023 in celebration of the Italian-American boxing legend’s 100th birthday. From the Abruzzo origins of the Marchegiano family to the rise of young Rocco into the boxing world, the biography reveals Marciano’s never-realized dream of playing professional baseball.

22/11/2023 1 Minute Read

WBSC awards Brazil hosting rights for one of three U18 Softball World Cup Group Sites

Estadio Municipal de Beisebol Mie Nishi in Sao Paolo, Brazil will serve as one of three U18 Softball World Cup Group Sites from July 23-27, 2024. Team Italy is among the nine squads already qualified for the international competition.

22/11/2023 1 Minute Read

“Mission: Classic” documentary available for viewing on YouTube

The complete documentary that tells the story of Team Italy's adventure at the 2023 World Baseball Classic is now streaming on the Italian American Baseball Foundation YouTube Channel

22/11/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy Baseball Elite, LA28 Olympic Prospect and U18 squads undergo physical tests in Rome on December 10, 2023

Physical tests for the Senior Elite, Olympic Prospect and U18 national baseball teams will be held on Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 10 am to 6 pm at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome

17/11/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball tryouts in Casteldebole and Collecchio

22 prospects in Casteldebole and 24 prospects in Collecchio will participate in Team Italy U15 baseball tryouts on Sunday, November 26th in Casteldebole and on Sunday, December 3rd in Collecchio

17/11/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball tryouts in Macerata and Collecchio

Two tryouts at different locations will attract 85 prospective Azzurrini players

11/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy places sixth in Baseball5 European Championship

Having defeated Spain in the best-of-three series (6-3, 7-8 and 1-0) before losing two of three matches against the Netherlands (5-4, 2-8, 11-5) the day prior, Team Italy was beaten twice (7-1 and 16-0) by France on the final day of Baseball5 European Championship in Lithuania to register a sixth-place finish in the international competition.

10/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy rises to sixth place in WBSC Women’s Softball Ranking

For the first time in history since the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) established the women's softball ranking, Team Italy has reached its highest position ever in sixth place

08/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy qualifies for the Baseball5 Euro Championship Super Round

On day two of the Baseball5 European Championship in Druskininkai, Lithuania, Team Italy defeated Modova (5-2, 4-3) before losing to host powerhouse Lithuania (11-1, 11-2), but returned with conviction to beat the Czech Republic (3-1, 1-0) in order to guarantee a Super Round berth. The Italians conclude Group B Qualification Round action with a best-of-three game series against Belgium on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 3:15 pm (local time).

08/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Elite, U18 and U15 softball players undergo athletic tests in Rome on December 3, 2023

The Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome will host 60 softball players from the Elite, U18 and U15 squads for an extensive series of physical tests using the the ARP (Analysis, Research & Performance) system in preparation for the 2024 season on Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm.

07/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins Baseball5 European Championship debut with victory over Estonia

After losing 6-5 in the first match of the best-of-three games against Estonia on day one of the Baseball5 European Championship in Druskininkai, Lithuania, Team Italy rebounded with 17-3 and 6-0 victories to win the set against the Estonians on November 7, 2023.

01/11/2023 2 Minute Read

“Mission: Classic”, Team Italy movie will premiere in Milan on November 8th

The full-length Mission Classic Italia Baseball film will debut at the 40th annual Milan International FICTS Fest. The Federation of International Cinema Television Sportifs is recognized by the International Olympic Committee for promoting the values of sport through footage. The screening on November 8 at 6.30 p.m. at the Testori Auditorium will feature an introduction by Italian coach Michele Gerali. Registration is required, but it's free to attend while seats last.

27/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy places eighth at U15 Softball World Cup after 3-0 shutout over Brazil

Team Italy picked up its fourth victory at the U15 Softball World Cup in Tokyo with a 3-0 shutout over Brazil on Saturday, October 28, 2023

26/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Czechs edge Team Italy 10-9 in U15 Softball World Cup Placement Round

Team Italy could not hold on to a 9-4 lead after Czech Republic rallied for five runs in the sixth inning and a decisive run in the seventh to prevail in the 10-9 victory at the U15 Softball World Cup at the Komazawa Olympic Park Sports Complex on October 26, 2023. The Italians return on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 2 pm (local time) for their final game against Brazil.

24/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Elite Baseball5 roster announced for Euro Championship

Team Italy Baseball5 manager Maurizio Balla has chosen four men and four women for the European Championship in Druskininkai, Lithuania from November 7-11, 2023. Prior to departure, the eight players along with four reserves will meet for a final workout in Cambiano on November 1, 2023.

24/10/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Peru then loses to Chinese Taipei at U15 Softball World Cup

After falling victim to a no-hitter to Japan the day prior, Team Italy rebounded with a 7-4 win over Peru before losing 4-2 to Chinese Taipei in the U15 Softball Cup at the Setagaya City Okura Sports Center on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. The Italians are now relegated to the 7-12 placement round and travel to nearby Komazawa Olympic Park Sports Complex for a game against Czech Republic on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 2 pm (local time).

23/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy falls victim to Japan no-hitter at U15 Softball World Cup

A trio of Japan pitchers threw a combined no-hitter against Team Italy in a six-inning mercy-rule 12-0 shutout on day three of the U15 Softball World Cup at the Setagaya City Okura Sports Center on Monday, October 23, 2023. The Italians return for two games tomorrow beginning at 10 am (local time) with a clash against Peru followed by a battle against Chinese Taipei at 12:30 pm (local time).

22/10/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers first defeat at U15 Softball World Cup to Mexico

Despite having several opportunities to score, Team Italy suffered a 4-0 shutout to Mexico under the lights on the Komazawa diamond in Tokyo at the U15 Softball World Cup on Sunday, October 22, 2023

21/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U15 Softball World Cup debut with 7-0 mercy-rule shutout over New Zealand

Team Italy pitcher Giulia Squalizza threw a three-hitter with four strikeouts and one walk in the five-inning 7-0 mercy-rule shutout over New Zealand at Komazawa Olympic Park in Tokyo on Saturday, October 21, 2023. The Italians return tomorrow for a U15 Softball World Cup clash against Mexico at 6 pm (local time).

19/10/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy begins U15 Softball World Cup journey in Japan

Prior to the start of the inaugural U15 Softball World Cup in Japan from October 21-29, 2023, Team Italy manager Maristella Perizzolo commented: "This group has been preparing for a year, some players have even put in two years of work. It will be a fantastic opportunity for the girls and for all of us."

18/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy's quest to reach WBC quarterfinals captured in MIssion Classic docuseries

The third and final part of the Mission Classic Docuseries produced by the Italian American Baseball Foundation (IABF) and Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) is now available for viewing on the IABF YouTube Channel. Part III takes you through Team Italy's World Baseball Classic journey from battling in the first round in Taipei to advancing to the quarterfinals against Japan.

16/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball and softball return to Olympics in 2028

The International Olympic Committee in Mumbai voted today to include baseball, softball, lacrosse, squash, cricket and flag football in the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles

15/10/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy WBC bench coach Blake Butera named Rays’ senior director of player development

The Tampa Bay Rays recently announced the promotion of the Azzurri 2023 World Baseball Classic bench coach Blake Butera to senior director of player development after just one season as their assistant field coordinator. He will be in charge of the entire system of analysis and growth of the Rays' prospects in the lead player development role.

11/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad wins tourney in Regensburg

Team Italy U18 manager Gianguido Poma led the Azzurri to victories over the Regensburg Academy, Bayern Munich and the Friuli Venezia Giulia Academy to win the German-hosted baseball tournament in Regensburg from October 6-8. 2023

10/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Baseball5 squad meets in Pesaro on October 15, 2023 in preparation for Euro Championship

Team Italy Baseball5 manager Maurizio Balla has summoned 15 players to Pesaro on Sunday, October 15, 2023 to prepare for the Elite European Championship in Lithuania from November 7-11, 2023.

10/10/2023 1 Minute Read

LA 2028 proposes the inclusion of baseball and softball in the Olympic program

Baseball and softball are among the disciplines proposed by LA28 for inclusion in the Olympic program. The decision is expected at the IOC Congress on Monday, October 16, 2023 in Mumbai, India.

08/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins first-ever Baseball for the Blind European Championship

The first-ever Baseball for the Blind European Championship took place on October 7- 8, 2023 on the Casteldebole diamond in Bologna, where a group of former Fortitudo players joined Alfredo Meli to put into practice his idea of baseball for the blind and visually impaired 30 years ago.

05/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Rob Fumagalli hosts CON-X Athletic Trainers Workshop in Rome on October 28, 2023

Cincinnati Reds Director of Major League Strength and Conditioning Rob Fumagalli, who served as trainer for Team Italy in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, offers a free all-day CON-X Physical Preparatory Course at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Acquacetosa (Rome) on Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 10:30 am to 6 pm. Advance registration is required.

03/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy prepares for Baseball5 Elite European Championship in Lithuania

After two Italian U18 and U17 Baseball5 squads placed second (Team Italy Blue) and fourth (Team Italy Red) behind Heart of the Alps trophy winner Vilnius (Lithuania) and third-place finisher Lyon (France) in Aosta on October 1, 2023, Team Italy Baseball5 manager Maurizio Balla has called one final workout on Sunday, October 15, 2023 to determine his roster for the upcoming Elite European Championship in Lithuania from November 7-11, 2023

03/10/2023 2 Minute Read

FIBS President believes Team Italy elite baseball will bounce back by thinking outside the box

Following Team Italy’s disappointing ninth place finish in the 2023 European Baseball Championship, Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) President Andrea Marcon shared his thoughts on how the Azzurri will rebound by adopting a new approach and a positive mindset

01/10/2023 1 Minute Read

European Baseball Champions League to replace European Baseball Champions Cup in 2024

Four of the most prominent European baseball powerhouses— Italy, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic and Germany— in conjunction with WBSC Europe announced at the recent European Baseball Championship in the Czech Republic that they will participate in the European Baseball Champions League in 2024.

30/09/2023 4 Minute Read

Team Italy places ninth in Euro Baseball Championship after 6-5 win over Croatia

The Azzurri came from behind and scored five runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to win its final Euro Baseball Championship game against Croatia by a score of 6-5 at Blansko’s Strawberry Field in the Czech Republic on Saturday, September 30, 2023. The Italians ended the international tournament with a 4-2 record.

29/09/2023 3 Minute Read

Back-to-back wins for Team Italy in Euro Baseball Championship Placement Round

The Azzurri won its second Euro Baseball Championship 9-16 Placement Round game over Switzerland 12-3 at Třebíč Nuclears ballpark in the Czech Republic on Friday, September 29, 2023. The Italians travel to Blansko’s Strawberry Field tomorrow for a 6:30 pm (local time) contest against the winner of the Croatia and Belgium game to determine the Euros 9th and 10th place finishers.

28/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy rebounds with 15-0 mercy-rule win over Ukraine in Euro Baseball Championship Placement Round

The Azzurri won its first Euro Baseball Championship 9-16 Placement Round game via mercy rule in a six-inning 15-0 shutout over Ukraine at Třebíč Nuclears ballpark in the Czech Republic on Thursday, September 28, 2023. The Italians return tomorrow for a 12 noon (local time) contest against Switzerland.

27/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Mike Piazza believes building baseball culture in Italy will grow the game and breed success

After being excluded from the European Baseball Championship Quarterfinals as a result of two consecutive losses, Azzurri manager Mike Piazza admits the blow is very hard to take but believes the solution lies within Italy in building baseball culture.

26/09/2023 4 Minute Read

Team Italy comes up short against Great Britain and misses out on Euro Baseball Championship Quarterfinals

Sweden and undefeated Great Britain advance to the 2023 Euro Baseball Championship Quarterfinals from Group B as a result of beating Team Italy in Třebíč, Czech Republic. Despite two home runs from Azzurri slugger Robel Garcia, Seattle Mariners top prospect Harry Ford hit two devastating blasts of his own to eliminate Team Italy’s chances for a medal with a 11-10 victory on Tuesday, September 26, 2023

25/09/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers 8-3 loss to Sweden in Euro Baseball Championship

35-year-old Swedish pitcher Per Sjors threw eight innings and allowed just five hits to Team Italy in the 8-3 upset over the Italians in Třebíč, Czech Republic on Monday, September 25, 2023. The Azzurri return for a must-win game against Great Britain on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 11:30 am (ET).

24/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins Euro Baseball Championship debut with 15-2 victory over Hungary

The Team Italy offense scored four runs in the first inning and eight runs in the fourth inning to keep Hungary out of the game early. The Azzurri collected 13 hits (including five doubles) to win their first game at the XXVII European Baseball Championship in Trebic, Czech Republic.

23/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Euro Baseball Championship begins for Team Italy

Azzurri manager Mike Piazza has selected 24 players, many of whom are from Italy's Serie A with some reinforcement from overseas, to battle in the European Baseball Championship in Czech Republic

22/09/2023 2 Minute Read

FIBS and Steel Sports partnership paves The Lasorda Way for Team Italy baseball and softball

Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball and Steel Sports have formed a strategic partnership to have the Steel Sports Coaching System, named The Lasorda Way, integrated into all levels of the Italian national baseball and softball programs

22/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Czechs edge Team Italy 5-3 in final Euro Baseball 2023 prep game

Host Czech Republic defeated Team Italy 5-3 at Draci Arena in Brno on Friday, September 22, 2023. The Azzurri make their European Baseball Championship debut against Hungary in Trebic on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 11 am (local time).

22/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad participates in Regensburg tournament from October 6-8, 2023

Team Italy U18 manager Gianguido Poma along with coaches Lucio Taschin and Ivano Licciardi have selected 20 prospective Euro Baseball Championship prospects to play games against the Regensburg Academy, the Friuli Venezia Giulia Academy and a Bavarian squad

21/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Czech Republic 7-1 in first Euro Baseball 2023 prep game in Brno

A family-friendly atmosphere and respectable crowd filled Draci Arena in Brno for the first of two European Baseball Championship Preparatory Games between host Czech Republic and Team Italy on Thursday, September 21, 2023. After a 7-1 win over the Czechs, the Italians return for a rematch on Friday, September 22, 2023 at 1 pm (local time).

21/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy and Czech Republic exhibition games livestream for free at www.baseballeurope.tv

The two European Baseball Championship Preparatory Games between Team Italy and Czech Republic on Thursday, September 21st and Friday, September 22nd are now available for viewing at www.BaseballEurope.tv, the official platform of the European Baseball Championship.

20/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy bench coach Gianguido Poma refuses to give away games during European Baseball Championship

"We want an Italy that gives nothing away,” declared Azzurri bench Gianguido Poma prior to departing for two European Baseball Championship Preparation Games in Brno against host Czech Republic on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 6:30 pm (local time) and Friday, September 22, 2023 at 1 pm (local time)

19/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy in the European Baseball Championship at www.baseballeurope.tv

The Senior European Baseball Championship takes place live and direct from the Czech Republic beginning September 24th and ending with the Euro medal games on October 1st. www.baseballeurope.tv offers the livestream of all games on a platform powered by Staylive, the newest media partner of WBSC Europe.

19/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy roster and schedule revealed for U15 Softball World Cup in Japan

Team Italy manager Maristella Perizzolo has announced the names of the 16 players and three reserves at home for the upcoming U15 Softball World Cup in Tokyo, Japan from October 21-29, 2023. The Italians are in Group A along with host Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Chinese Taipei and Peru.

17/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Italian Baseball Challenge concludes with Team Italy 6-2 win over Croatia

After a 10-2 victory over Switzerland the day prior in the Italian Baseball Challenge, Team Italy defeated Croatia 6-2 in Ronchi dei Legionari on Sunday, September 17, 2023. The Italians travel to Brno for two exhibition games against Czech Republic prior to the start of the European Baseball Championship in the Czech Republic.

16/09/2023 2 Minute Read

The Azzurri start Italian Baseball Challenge with 10-2 win over Switzerland

Team Italy kicked off the Italian Baseball Challenge on the recently renovated Junior Alpina Trieste Prosecco diamond with a 10-2 victory over Switzerland on Saturday, September 16, 2023. The Italians return tomorrow for another game against Croatia in preparation for the European Baseball Championship in Czech Republic beginning September 24, 2023

15/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Baseball5 roster revealed for "Heart of the Alps" tournament

The Baseball5 "Heart of the Alps" Baseball5 tournament takes place in Aosta on Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1, 2023 and serves as the final opportunity for Team Italy manager Maurizio Balla to prepare his squad for the Elite European Championships in November

11/09/2023 1 Minute Read

FIBS and IABF present Between The Lines' 2023 Junior College Softball Showcase

Women softball players between 15-18 years of age are welcome to compete for a scholarship awarded by FIBS and IABF at the Between The Lines' 2023 Junior College Softball Showcase on October 14 and 15, 2023 in Bollate

08/09/2023 1 Minute Read

UnipolSai Bologna sweeps San Marino for Italian Baseball Series title

UnipolSai Fortitudo Bologna triumphed in Serravalle by a score of 6-2 and dethroned reigning champion San Marino for the 2023 Italian Baseball Series title, the 14th Scudetto in history and the first for the Bolognese since 2020, after a four-game sweep concluding on Friday, September 8, 2023. UnipolSai Bologna’s Ricardo Paolini was awarded Most Valuable Player.

06/09/2023 2 Minute Read

2023 European Baseball Championship adventure begins for Team Italy

27 Azzurri players have been selected to participate in the Italian Baseball Challenge tournament in Friuli Venezia Giulia prior to the start of the European Baseball Championship in the Czech Republic

02/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Watch Italian Baseball Series between UnipolSai Bologna and San Marino on YouTube FIBSChannel

The 2023 Italian Baseball Series begins on Sunday, September 3rd at 2:30 pm (ET). UnipolSai Bologna and San Marino compete for the fourth time in the last five years. The San Marino players try to repeat a historic hat trick, while the Bolognese aim to bring back the Scudetto after a three-year absence.

27/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team U15 softball squad shows promise at "Città di Grosseto" Tournament

Broken into two groups, Team Italy White and Team Italy Blue, the Azzurrine placed second and fifth respectively in the "Città di Grosseto" U19 Softball Tourney

19/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad wins sixth consecutive European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy

Team Italy U13 softball squad manager Maria Grazia Barberis led the Azzurrine to a perfect 7-0 record at the European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy in Collecchio to win the sixth consecutive Sport Division title after a 9-1 victory over Israel in the final on Saturday, August 19, 2023

16/08/2023 2 Minute Read

IABF, FIBS Partner on Development of International Baseball, Softball Portal

Organizations evolve partnership through technology and player, coach opportunities.

16/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy remains in top 12 of WBSC baseball rankings

The WBSC Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) has released the latest world baseball rankings and has once again listed Team Italy in the top 12

12/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy places fifth in U23 European Baseball Championship after 11-7 extra-inning win over Czechs

After Team Italy beat Austria 11-2 in Wiener Neustadt, Austria on Friday, August 11, 2023 in the U23 European Baseball Championship Placement Round (5-8), the Italians traveled to nearby Schwechat and defeated Czech Republic 11-7 in eight innings after a walk-off grand slam by Samuele Gamberini to win fifth place on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

11/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy bounces back with 11-2 win over Austria in U23 European Baseball Championship

After suffering a 13-3 six-inning mercy-rule loss to Germany the day prior and as a result being relegated to the U23 European Baseball Championship Placement Round (5-8), Team Italy beat Austria 11-2 in Wiener Neustadt, Austria on Friday, August 11, 2023. The Italians travel to nearby Schwechat and play for fifth place against Czech Republic on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 10 am (local time).

10/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers mercy-rule loss to Germany in U23 European Baseball Championship

The Italians suffered a 13-3 six-inning mercy-rule loss to Germany in their final U23 European Baseball Championship Group B round-robin game in Wiener Neustadt, Austria on Thursday, August 10, 2023.

09/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Belgium via mercy rule in U23 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy won its second U23 European Baseball Championship game with a 14-4 five-inning mercy-rule victory over Belgium in Schwechat, Austria on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. The Italians return to nearby Wiener Neustadt for its final Group B round-robin game against Germany on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 2:30 pm (local time).

08/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U23 European Baseball Championship debut with 7-0 shutout over France

Team Italy defeated France 7-0 on day one of the U23 European Baseball Championship in Wiener Neustadt, Austria. The Italians travel to nearby Schwechat for a round-robin game against Belgium on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 4 pm (local time)

07/08/2023 1 Minute Read

European Baseball Championship 2023: hospitality packages for fans

The Czech Organizing Committee, together with a local travel agency has built special offers for the fans who will follow their teams in Trebic, Ostrava, Prague and Brno from September 24th to October 1st.

05/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Austria hosts U23 European Baseball Championship from August 8-12, 2023

The fourth edition of the U23 European Baseball Championship takes place at Ducks field in Wiener Neustad and at Bats field in Schwechat, Austria from August 8-12, 2023. Team Italy competes in Group B against France, Belgium and Germany. The two top teams advance to the semifinals on Friday, August 11, 2023.

05/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy qualifies for U18 Softball World Cup after Euro silver-medal finish

Despite beating Czech Republic 2-1 just two days prior in Prague, Team Italy suffered its only loss at the U18 European Softball Championship in the Euro Gold Medal Game against the defending champions via mercy rule in five innings by a score of 9-1 on Saturday, August 5, 2023.

05/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy roster revised again for U23 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy makes its U23 European Baseball Championship debut against France in Wiener Neustadt, Austria on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 10 am (local time). With the recent injuries to pitchers Diego Gergolet and Luca Capellano, Azzurri manager Alberto D'Auria has revised the U23 European Baseball Championship roster with the addition of utility player Juan Carlos Infante Jr. and pitcher Edoardo Zingarelli.

04/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy in U18 European Softball Championship Final on August 5, 2023 at 12 noon (ET) on WBSC Europe YouTube Channel

Undefeated Team Italy (10-0) won a 14-5 five-inning mercy-rule U18 European Softball Championship Super Round game against Ukraine and another 17-7 four-inning mercy-rule contest versus Great Britain in Prague, Czech Republic on Friday, August 4, 2023. The Italians return for the U18 European Softball Championship Final against reigning champion Czech Republic on Saturday, August 5, 2022 at 12 pm (ET).

03/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy eyes U18 European Softball Championship Final after wins over Israel and Czech Republic

The undefeated Italians (8-0) won an 8-1 five-inning mercy-rule game against Israel and an emotional 2-1 contest versus host Czech Republic at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague on Thursday, August 3, 2023. Team Italy returns for two Super Round games tomorrow beginning with an 11:45 am (local time) battle against Ukraine followed by an evening clash with Great Britain at 7 pm (local time) to ensure its ticket to the U18 European Softball Championship Final on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 6 pm (local time).

02/08/2023 1 Minute Read

With mercy-rule wins over Irish and Dutch, undefeated Team Italy destined for U18 European Softball Championship Super Round

Team Italy continued to dominate at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic with a five-inning mercy-rule 7-0 shutout over Ireland and a five-inning mercy-rule 8-1 victory over Kingdom of the Netherlands on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. The Italians return tomorrow for a battle against Israel at 11:45 am (local time) before entering the Super Round and facing Czech Republic later at 5 pm (local time).

01/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy dominates U18 European Softball Championship with mercy-rule shutouts over Denmark and Sweden

The Italians won an 18-0 three-inning mercy-rule game against Denmark and a 13-0 five-inning mercy-rule contest versus Sweden at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic. Team Italy returns for two games on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 beginning with a 9:30 am (local time) battle against Ireland followed by an afternoon clash with KIngdom of the Netherlands at 4:30 pm (local time).

31/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins second U18 European Softball Championship game with 7-0 shutout over Ukraine

A walk-off single by Team Italy captain Felicia Di Pancrazio ended the 7-0 shutout over Ukraine via mercy rule in the bottom of the fifth inning on day two of the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic. The Italians return for two games on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 beginning with an 8:30 am (local time) battle against Denmark followed by an afternoon contest at 3:15 pm (local time) versus Sweden.