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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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 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)

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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 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.

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 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."

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

30/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy crushes Swiss 21-1 in U18 European Softball Championship debut

Team Italy beat Switzerland 21-1 in a three-inning mercy-rule landslide at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic on Sunday, July 30, 2023. The Italians return for a battle against Ukraine on Monday, July 31, 2023 at 8 am (ET).

28/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy arrives in Prague for the U18 European Softball Championship

Hoping to improve from a silver-medal finish in the 2021 U18 European Softball Championship, Team Italy manager Andrea Longagnani wants to bring home the gold medal in 2023.

27/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes at U18 European Softball Championship in Prague from July 30-August 5, 2023

Team Italy manager Andrea Longagnani has selected 16 players to compete at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic from July 30-August 5, 2023

26/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Philippines 6-5 and earns wild card berth to 2024 Softball World Cup Finals in Buttrio and Castions di Strada

The Italians earned the right to compete in the Softball World Cup Group Finals with a 6-5 win over Philippines in Castions di Strada on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Olympic champions Japan and Tokyo bronze medalists Canada also punched tickets to the international competition after finishing first and second respectively at the Softball World Cup Group Stage C tournament.

25/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy seeks revenge against Philippines in Softball World Cup Group Stage C Playoffs on July 26, 2023 at 8 am (ET)

After Philippines came from behind in the bottom of the seventh inning to beat Team Italy 6-5 in the Softball World Cup Group Stage C Opening Round in Castions di Strada on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, the Italians get another chance for redemption to continue in the playoffs with a win over Philippines on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 8 am (ET). The winner of the game plays the loser of the battle between Japan and Canada later in the day at 2 pm (ET).

25/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers first Softball World Cup Group Stage C Opening Round loss to Japan

The Italians played with heart and suffered a 3-0 shutout to Japan in Castions di Strada on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. Yesterday's postponed game against Philippines is scheduled to resume later today at 2:30 pm (ET).

23/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy beats Canada 6-1 before weather halts Softball World Cup game against Philippines

The Italians beat Canada 6-1 on July 23, 2023 and returned the following day to only have their game against Philippines halted due to weather in the bottom of fourth inning with the score tied 1-1. The contest will resume on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 6 am (ET). Team Italy concludes Softball World Cup Group Stage C Opening Round play with a battle against Japan later at 2 pm (ET).

22/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Two wins for Team Italy at Softball World Cup Group Stage C in Castions di Strada and Buttrio

Team Italy kicked off Softball World Cup Group Stage C action in Castions di Strada and Buttrio with a 4-2 win against Venezuela and a 9-0 shutout over New Zealand. The Azzurre play undefeated Canada on July 23, 2023 at 2 pm (ET).

20/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad selected for European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy in Collecchio from August 16-19, 2023

Team Italy U13 softball squad manager Maria Grazia Barberis has selected 16 players to compete against Team Israel, GB Cubs and Joudrs Prague in the European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy Sport Division in Collecchio from August 16-19, 2023

17/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy roster disclosed for Softball World Cup Group Stage C in Castions di Strada and Buttrio

Team Italy manager Federico Pizzolini brings the same 16 players who recently captured the Canada Cup Bronze Medal at Softball City in Surrey, BC to the Softball World Cup Group Stage C competition in Castions di Strada and Buttrio (Friuli Venezia-Giulia), Italy from July 22-26. 2023

17/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy prepares for Softball World Cup with exhibition games against University of Alabama in Ronchi dei Legionari on July 19 and 20, 2023

After a third place finish at the Canada Cup in Surrey, British Columbia, Team Italy plays exhibition games against University of Alabama on the diamond of Ronchi dei Legionari on July 19 and 20, 2023 in preparation for the Softball World Cup Group Stage C in Castions di Strada and Buttrio, Italy from July 22-26, 2023.

17/07/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy wins bronze medal and Andrea Filler collects Best Defensive Player Award at Canada Cup

Team Italy suffered a 10-0 shutout to TC Colorado at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Sunday, July 16, 2023 and placed third in the international softball competition. Andrea Filler was named Canada Cup Best Defensive Player after Japan defeated TC Colorado 4-0 in the Canada Cup Gold Medal Final.

16/07/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy upsets Canada 6-2 and plays TC Colorado for right to battle Japan in Canada Cup Championship Final

Team Italy upset Tokyo Olympics bronze medal winner Canada in a must-win Canada Cup playoff game by a score of 6-2 at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Sunday, July 16, 2023. The Italians now face second-seed TC Colorado at 6:30 pm (ET). The winner earns the right to compete in the Canada Cup Gold Medal Final against undefeated Japan at 9 pm (ET).

16/07/2023 3 Minute Read

McKenzie Barbara named Canada Cup All-Star prior to Team Italy shutting out Israel 2-0 in playoffs and advancing to semifinals

Solid pitching from Alice Nicolini coupled with home runs from Laura Vigna and Marta Gasparotto helped the Italians win a critical Canada Cup playoff game against Israel at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Saturday, July 15, 2023 and punch their ticket to the semifinals. Team Italy returns for a battle against third-seed Canada on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 4 pm (ET).

15/07/2023 3 Minute Read

Despite 8-1 loss to Japan, Team Italy is still alive in Canada Cup playoffs

Team Italy must win another playoff game against the winner of the contest between Israel and Greece tonight at 11:30 pm (ET) in order to return on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 4 pm (ET) and compete for a Canada Cup medal.

15/07/2023 4 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Mexico 7-6 in extra innings and faces Japan in Canada Cup playoffs

Team Italy finished Canada Cup round-robin play at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Friday night, July 14, 2023 by defeating Mexico 7-6 in nine innings and earning the right to battle top-seed Japan as the fourth-seed in the playoffs on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 1:30 pm (ET)

14/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Australia 8-0 via mercy rule at Canada Cup

After dominating Greece in a three-inning mercy-rule 16-0 shutout the night prior, Team Italy kept dreams alive of reaching the Canada Cup playoffs at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Friday, July 14, 2023 by defeating Australia in five innings via mercy rule by a score of 8-0.

14/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy crushes Greece 16-0 via mercy rule in Canada Cup

After suffering a 2-1 loss to undefeated TC Colorado earlier in the day, Team Italy returned with a vengeance in the Canada Cup at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Thursday night, July 13, 2023 and easily beat Greece 16-0 in a three-inning mercy-rule game.

13/07/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy edged 2-1 by undefeated TC Colorado in Canada Cup

After a 9-2 five-inning mercy-rule victory over Israel the day prior, Team Italy was defeated 2-1 by a young and talented TC Colorado squad in the Canada Cup at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Thursday, July 13, 2023. The Italians return later tonight at 9 pm (ET) for another game against Greece.

12/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Israel 9-2 for first Canada Cup win

After two consecutive losses to Japan and Canada, Team Italy bounced back with a 9-2 five-inning mercy-rule victory over Israel in the Canada Cup at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Wednesday, July 12, 2023

12/07/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers 7-4 loss to Canada in Canada Cup

Team Italy suffered its second consecutive Canada Cup loss to Olympic bronze medal winner Canada by a score of 7-4 at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Tuesday, July 11, 2023

10/07/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy loses Canada Cup debut to Japan 8-0

Having experienced a euphoric 7-3 win over Australia in an exhibition game just two days prior, Team Italy came down to earth when losing to softball powerhouse Japan 8-0 via mercy rule in six innings during the Canada Cup at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia on Monday, July 10, 2023. Undefeated Japan (2-0) shut out Australia 7-0 earlier in the day, while Israel beat Greece 4-0.

09/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Australia 7-3 in Canada Cup exhibition game

Prior to the official start of the Canada Cup at Softball City in Surrey, British Columbia, Team Italy won an exhibition game against Australia A by a score of 7-3 on Saturday, July 8, 2023

07/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy and Japan livestream at Live.CanadaCup.com on July 10, 2023 at 6:30 pm (ET)

Watch the livestream of the Canada Cup International Softball Championship from Monday, July 10, 2023 through Sunday, July 16, 2023 at Live.CanadaCup.com

04/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy hosts WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals in Friuli Venezia Giulia from July 15-21, 2024

The XVII WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Finals will be played on the diamonds of Castions di Strada and Buttrio from July 15-21, 2024

03/07/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 Women's European Softball Championship roster unveiled

After final practices and exhibition games in Ronchi dei Legionari from July 23-28, 2023, the Team Italy U18 women's softball squad departs for the European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic. Manager Andrea Longagnani said, "We always aim for the gold as we are not interested in other colors."

28/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad plays in Giancarlo Bianchi Tourney in Saronno from July 13-16, 2023

Team Italy U13 softball manager Maria Grazia Barberis has selected 16 players to participate in the Giancarlo Bianchi Tournament in Saronno from July 13-16, 2023

19/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Daily Passes for Softball World Cup in Friuli Venezia Giulia are now available

Team Italy battles Japan, Canada, Venezuela, the Philippines and New Zealand on the diamonds of Castions di Strada and Buttrio. Enjoy 19 games during the five-day Softball World Cup Group Stage in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Discounted admission for those under 14 and free admission for children under eight.

14/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women’s softball squad faces Japan in Canada Cup debut on July 10, 2023

Team Italy travels to Surrey’s Softball City in British Columbia and makes its Canada Cup debut against Japan on Monday, July 10, 2023 at 3:30 pm (PT). The international competition continues through Sunday, July 16, 2023.

13/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women’s softball squad prepares for the Canada Cup

Prior to hosting the Softball World Cup Group Stage in Friuli Venezia-Giulia during late July, the Team Italy women’s softball squad travels to Surrey in British Columbia to participate in the Canada Cup from July 10-16, 2023

08/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad competes in Città di Bollate tourney from June 30-July 2, 2023

Team Italy U15 softball manager Maristella Perizzolo has summoned 16 players for the fifth annual Città di Bollate tournament from Friday, June 30-Sunday, July 2, 2023

04/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad finishes the Utsugi Cup with a 21-0 win over Tanzania

Team Italy leaves the Utsugi Cup in Takasaki City, Japan after a three-inning 21-0 mercy-rule victory against Tanzania to secure fifth place in the international competition. U15 softball manager Maristella Perizzolo said, "We'll treasure it in view of the World Cup in October."

03/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad loses to USA and China at the Utsugi Cup

At the Utsugi Cup in Takasaki, Japan on Saturday, June 3, 2023, the Azzurrine softball squad was shut out by USA 3-0 and China 5-0. The Italians seek redemption tomorrow as they battle Tanzania for fifth place on the final day of the international competition.

29/05/2023 1 Minute Read

2023 Women’s Softball World Cup: tickets for Group C in Friuli Venezia Giulia on sale

Tickets for the Castions di Strada and Buttrio facilities are available through the TicketSms platform until June 18. Special discount for FIBS members.

18/05/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women’s softball squad put to the test against Rheavendors Caronno, MKF Bollate and Inox Team Saronno

From May 22-24, 2023, the Team Italy women’s softball squad plays exhibition games against Rheavendors Caronno, MKF Bollate and Inox Team Saronno

18/05/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad gathers in Rovigo on June 12-13, 2023

The Team Italy U18 softball squad undergoes a series of athletic tests and two days of intensive training in Rovigo in preparation for the upcoming U18 European Softball Championship

11/05/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad holds workout in Casteldebole on Sunday, June 18, 2023

Team Italy U13 softball manager Maria Grazia Barberis has summoned 26 players for an intensive day of training in the Bologna area on Sunday, June 18, 2023

08/05/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad prepares for Utsugi Cup in Japan

Team Italy U15 softball manager Maristella Perizzolo has selected sixteen players to compete in the Utsugi Cup in Takasaki City, Japan from June 2-4, 2023

03/05/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women’s softball squad plays exhibition games in Caronno, Bollate and Saronno

The Azzurre softball squad prepare for the World Cup Group Stage competition in July with morning workouts followed by afternoon exhibition games in Caronno, Bollate and Saronno from May 22-24, 2023

27/04/2023 2 Minute Read

Women’s Softball World Cup Group Stage schedule revealed

The XVII WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Group Stage features a total of 57 games during the month of July at three different venues in Ireland (July 11-15), Spain (July 18-22) and Italy (July 22-26). Team Italy makes it debut on July 22 against Venezuela and competes on the diamonds of Buttrio and Castions di Strada during the international competition.

14/04/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad plays exhibition game in Parma and trains in Collecchio

Team Italy U18 softball manager Andrea Longagnani has summoned 20 players for an exhibition game against Taurus-Donati Gomme Old Parma at the Aldo Notari Sports Center in Parma on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 4 pm (local time). On the following day, the team will hold workouts and training in Collecchio.

13/04/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy baseball climbs to Top 12 in WBSC rankings

As a result of Team Italy advancing to the 2023 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, the Italians moved up four positions to 12th place in the WBSC rankings. Team Italy softball remains steady and holds its WBSC 8th place ranking.

12/04/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad holds workout in Caronno Pertusella on April 25, 2023

Team Italy U13 softball manager Maria Grazia Barberis has selected 26 players for an intensive day of training in Caronno Pertusella on Tuesday, April 25, 2023

08/04/2023 1 Minute Read

Japan and the Philippines join Team Italy in Softball World Cup Group C

Based on the recent results of the 2023 Asian Softball Cup, Japan and the Philippines are now placed in Softball World Cup Group C alongside host Team Italy in Castions di Strada and Buttrio from July 22-26, 2023

06/04/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad holds workouts and exhibition games in Avigliana on April 24 and 25, 2023

After successful training in Grosseto and exhibition games in Bollate, the Team Italy U15 softball squad gathers for more workouts and competition in Avigliana on April 24 and 25, 2023

28/03/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad meets in Bollate and Saronno on April 10-11, 2023

Team Italy U18 softball manager Andrea Longagnani has summoned 17 players to the diamonds of Bollate and Saronno on April 10-11, 2023

20/02/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad gathers in Grosseto

After undergoing a series of athletic tests in Modena recently, the Team Italy U15 softball squad reunites for a three-day training camp in Grosseto from March 3-5, 2023

03/02/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad put to the test in Modena

Team Italy U15 softball manager Maristella Perizzolo has selected twenty-four players to undergo a series of physical tests at at Giovanni Torri Municipal Baseball Stadium in Modena on Sunday, February 19, 2023

02/02/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad reunites in Rome from February 20-22, 2023

Team Italy U18 softball manager Andrea Longagnani has selected 25 players to report to the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome for three days of athletic and physical tests in Rome

26/01/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women’s softball team undergoes athletic and physical tests in Rome

Eighteen players have been summoned by Team Italy Elite manager Federico Pizzolini, who will assisted by Azzurre staff members and the CONI Institute of Sciences at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome, to oversee a weekend of athletic and physical tests on February 4 and 5, 2023

20/01/2023 1 Minute Read

Softball legend Mike Candrea appears at CON-X in Rimini, Italy

Team Italy softball senior advisor Mike Candrea will make a series of presentations at CON-X in Rimini from January 27-29, 2023

15/01/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy softball manager Federico Pizzolini reflects on Florida training camp experience

The Team Italy women's softball squad held a winter training camp in Tampa, Florida from January 3-8, 2023 to kick off the new year. Azzurre manager Federico Pizzolini said, "I am satisfied with the results and the positive feedback."

11/01/2023 1 Minute Read

Nancy Evans and Becky Blatnick work with Team Italy softball pitchers before presenting at CON-X 2023

The coaches entrusted with the growth and future development of Team Italy softball pitchers will be at CON-X 2023 for a series of presentations on the various aspects of pitching after four intensive practices with 17 pitchers from U15 and U18 categories at the Collecchio BSC.

02/01/2023 2 Minute Read

WBSC reveals updated baseball and softball world rankings

The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) has released the new world rankings for men's baseball as well as women's and men's softball based on 2019-2022 results

15/12/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy elite softball squad travels to Tampa to prepare for 2023 World Cup

The University of Southern Florida (USF) plays host to the first meeting of the new year for the Azzurre softball squad from January 3-8, 2023 in preparation for the World Cup in July

15/12/2022 2 Minute Read

Castions di Strada and Buttrio, Italy host WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Group C from July 22-26, 2023

With a new two-Stage format being implemented, the XVII WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup begins in Dublin, Ireland for Group A from July 11-15, 2023. The international competition continues for Group B in Valencia, Spain from July 18-22, 2023 before Group C commences in Castions di Strada and Buttrio, Italy from July 22-26, 2023.

07/12/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad begins 2023 season in Rome

The Team Italy U18 softball squad reunites at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome from January 5-7, 2023

07/11/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy youth softball pitchers and catchers train in Collecchio and Modena

Beginning Sunday, November 13, 2022 and continuing on selected dates through Sunday, March 12, 2023, the top Team Italy youth softball prospects will refine their skills in Collecchio and Modena

10/10/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad reunites in Modena

14 members of the Team Italy U15 softball squad will undergo a series of physical tests at the Giovanni Torri complex in Modena beginning on Sunday, October 30, 2022. The athletes will be joined by another nine players on Monday, October 31, 2022.

02/08/2022

Video recap of Italy Softball and Baseball Week 16: Bronze for Team Italy elite softball, Serie A baseball playoffs

Team Italy elite softball squad earns a bronze medal at the Women’s European Championship in Barcelona, Spain. Serie A baseball playoffs are coming to a close.

30/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy wins Women's European Softball Championship Bronze Medal and qualifies for WBSC World Cup

The Team Italy women's softball squad defeated Czech Republic 4-2 at Estadio Municipal de Sófbol Antonio Hervás in Sant Boi de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, July 30, 2022 to win the European Softball Championship Bronze Medal Game and qualify for the first stage of the WBSC World Cup

29/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Spain 10-1 and qualifies for Women’s European Softball Championship Bronze Medal Game

Against Spain on Friday, July 29, 2022, Team Italy sluggers Elisa Cecchetti and McKenzie Barbara hit grand slams to put the Italians in the Women’s European Softball Championship Bronze Medal Game against Czech Republic

28/07/2022 3 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Czech Republic but loses to the Dutch in the Women's European Softball Championship

The Team Italy women's softball squad defeated Czech Republic 13-1 and lost to Kingdom of the Netherlands 3-2 in the European Softball Championship at Estadio Municipal de Sófbol Antonio Hervás in Sant Boi de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain on Thursday, July 28, 2022

27/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy wins one, loses one on day four of Women's European Softball Championship

Team Italy shut out France 10-0 before coming up short in a 2-1 loss against Great Britain in the Women's European Softball Championship at Estadio Municipal de Sófbol Antonio Hervás, Sant Boi de Llobregat (Barcelona) on Wednesday, July 27, 2022

26/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Germany 4-3 and shuts out Ireland 7-0 in Women's European Softball Championship

Undefeated Team Italy came from behind to beat Germany 4-3 and later shut out Ireland 7-0 in the Women's European Softball Championship at Camp Municipal de Sófbol de Viladecans in Viladecans (Barcelona), Spain on Tuesday, July 26, 2022

25/07/2022 3 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Israel 12-2 in Women's European Softball Championship

The Team Italy women's softball squad defeated Israel 12-2 in the European Softball Championship at Campo Municipal de Béisbol Can Torelló in Gavá (Barcelona), Spain on Monday, July 25, 2022

24/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy elite shuts out Poland 11-0 in European Softball Championship debut

The Team Italy women's softball squad defeated Poland in a four-inning mercy-rule 11-0 shutout in the European Softball Championship at Campo Municipal de Béisbol Can Torelló in Gavá (Barcelona), Spain on Sunday, July 24, 2022

24/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy in the Women's European Softball Championship live on WBSC Europe Official YouTube Channel

The WBSC Europe Official YouTube Channel is proud to present all the live action from the 2022 Women's European Softball Championship in Spain

23/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U15 European Softball Championship Silver Medal and qualifies for 2023 U15 World Cup in Tokyo

Undefeated Czech Republic shut out Team Italy 10-0 in a four-inning mercy-rule Gold Medal win in the U15 European Softball Championship final in Enschede, the Netherlands on Saturday, July 23, 2022. Both teams have punched their ticket to represent the Europe-Africa Region at the upcoming 2023 WBSC U15 Softball World Cup in Tokyo Japan.

22/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Great Britain forfeits to Team Italy in U15 European Softball Championship

Team Italy wins by forfeit 7-0 due to the British federation's failure to register its roster but still plays abbreviated game halted by injury sustained by Great Britain pitcher Amy Morris

21/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Two more wins for Team Italy in U15 European Softball Championship

After a 16-1 rout over Lithuania and a slim 4-3 victory over Ukraine on Wednesday, July 21, 2022, Team Italy looks to score a medal in the U15 European Softball Championship in Enschede, the Netherlands

20/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Germany and the Netherlands at the U15 European Softball Championship

Team Italy defeated Germany 16-3 and host Netherlands 5-1 in the U15 European Softball Championship in Enschede on Wednesday, July 20, 2022

19/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy rebounds after loss to Czechs with 24-0 win over Croatia at U15 European Softball Championship

After suffering a 10-0 shutout to Czech Republic, Team Italy rebounded with a 24-0 three-inning mercy-rule victory over Croatia in the U15 European Softball Championship in Enschede, the Netherlands on Tuesday, July 19, 2022

18/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U15 European Softball Championship debut over France

Team Italy shut out France 1-0 to kick off the U15 European Softball Championship in Enschede, the Netherlands on Monday, July 18, 2022

17/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy roster and schedule revealed for U15 European Softball Championship from July 18-23, 2022

The young and talented Team Italy U15 softball players have arrived in Enschede, the Netherlands to compete for the European Championship title from July 18-23, 2022

15/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy elite roster announced for European Softball Championship

After competing in the World Games, The Team Italy elite softball squad is currently in Anzio to prepare for the European Softball Championship from July 24-30, 2022

13/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy softball squad beats Mexico, places 7th in the World Games

The Team Italy elite women's softball squad won its first and final game in the World Games against Mexico by a score of 4-1 at Hoover Met Stadium on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 to place seventh in the international competition

12/07/2022 3 Minute Read

Team Italy softball squad suffers 7-0 shutout to Puerto Rico in the World Games

The Team Italy elite women's softball team lost to Puerto Rico 7-0 via mercy rule after five innings in the World Games at Hoover Met Stadium on Tuesday, July 12, 2022

11/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy softball squad suffers third loss in the World Games

Team Italy lost to Chinese Taipei 4-1 in the World Games at Hoover Met Stadium in Hoover, Alabama on Monday, July 11, 2022

11/07/2022 2 Minute Read

USA defeats Team Italy softball squad 6-0 in the World Games

Scoring four runs in the first inning, USA went on shut out Team Italy 6-0 in the World Games at Hoover Met Stadium in Hoover, Alabama on Sunday evening, July 10, 2022

10/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy loses to Canada 10-4 in World Games softball debut

Leading 4-0 after two innings, Team Italy could not hold off a strong Canada offense and lost 10-4 in the World Games at Hoover Met Stadium in Hoover, Alabama on Sunday afternoon, July 10, 2022

10/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy elite softball debut at the World Games postponed due to adverse weather

Lightning, thunder and rain kept the Team Italy women's softball team from playing USA in the World Games at Hoover Met Stadium in Hoover, Alabama on Saturday night, July 9, 2022. The game has been rescheduled for Sunday, July 10, 2022 at 6:30 pm (CT).

08/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy softball manager Federico Pizzolini speaks before the World Games

At a morning workout for pitchers and catchers at George Ward Park in Birmingham, Alabama, Italian manager Federico Pizzolini praises his elite softball team and staff before facing USA in the World Games at Hoover Met Stadium on Saturday night, July 9, 2022 at 7 pm (CT)

06/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Becky Blatnick's Pitching Clinics Across Northern Italy

On June 26th, 29th, and 30th, pitching specialist Becky Blatnick ran three perfectly executed softball clinics across Northern Italy. Here she is interviewed about her experience and reflects on the events.

05/07/2022

Video recap of Italy baseball and softball Week 14: Team Italy wins U22 European Softball Championship

Team Italy U22 softball manager Andrea Longagnani leads undefeated squad to Euro championship title in Kunovice, Czech Republic. In baseball, San Marino and Bologna sweep.

04/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women's softball squad roster and schedule announced for the World Games in Alabama

The World Games in Birmingham, Alabama begin on Saturday, July 9, 2022. Team Italy is in Group A with host USA, Canada and Taiwan. The Italians make their debut against USA at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium on Saturday night, July 9, 2022 at 7 pm (CT).

02/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy wins back-to-back U22 Women's European Softball Championships

With its 3-2 victory over host Czech Republic in the U22 Women's European Softball Championship final in Kunovice on Saturday, July 2, 2022, Team Italy won its third title in history to become the European nation with the most amount of championships

01/07/2022 3 Minute Read

Team Italy goes for the gold in the U22 European Softball Championship final on July 2, 2022 at 12:45 pm (ET)

After the 12-5 victory over France and the come-from-behind 8-7 win over Spain in the U22 European Softball Championship final round robin on Friday, July 1, 2022, undefeated Team Italy has earned the right to compete in the U22 European Softball Championship final in Kunovice against host Czech Republic on Saturday, July 2, 2022 at 12:45 pm (ET)

30/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy shuts out Ireland and the Netherlands in U22 European Softball Championship

With the 10-0 shutout over Ireland and the 4-0 shutout over the Netherlands, Team Italy has won eight consecutive games in the U22 European Softball Championship in Kunovice, Czech Republic

29/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Two Team Italy U13 softball squads compete for the European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy

After a two-year hiatus, the U13 European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy competition returns to Collecchio from August 10-13, 2022

29/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy advances to U22 European Softball Championship final round robin

Undefeated Team Italy (6-0) beat host Czech Republic 4-1 and Germany 7-0 in the second round robin of the U22 European Softball Championship in Kunovice on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 to guarantee access to the final round robin

29/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad participates in Vittorio Pino Memorial Tourney in Legnano from July 14-17, 2022

The fourth edition of the Vittorio Pino Memorial Tourney in Legnano features the Team Italy U18 softball squad, two American teams and three local Italian squads

28/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy advances to U22 European Softball Championship second round robin

After shutting out Croatia 14-0 and Slovakia 10-0 in U22 European Softball Championship Group A action in Kunovice, Czech Republic on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, undefeated Team Italy (4-0) plays Czech Republic (3-0) and Germany (2-1) on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 in the second round robin

27/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy wins two in U22 Women’s European Softball Championship debut

The Team Italy U22 women’s softball squad shut out Sweden 16-0 in afternoon and hours later returned to defeat Ukraine 18-2 at the U22 European Softball Championship in Kunovice, Czech Republic on Monday, June 27, 2022

26/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy roster revealed for U22 European Softball Championship

With the U22 European Softball Championship in Kunovice, Czech Republic already in progress, Team Italy defends the European Championship title with games on Monday, June 27, 2022 against Sweden at 1.30 pm (local time) and Ukraine at 6 pm (local time)

24/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U22 softball squad departs to Czech Republic to defend Euro Championship title

After extensive training in Buttrio, the Team Italy U22 softball squad leaves for Kunovice, Czech Republic to defend the European Championship title won four years ago.

24/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Young Italian softball pitchers and catchers welcome to attend free clinics conducted by coach Becky Blatnick in Ronchi, Bologna and Saronno

Internationally-renowned pitching coach Becky Blatnick hosts free clinics for softball players aged 14-20 on Sunday, June 26th in Ronchi, Wednesday, June 29th in Bologna, and Thursday, June 30th in Saronno

23/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad competes in Summerdays tournament from July 8-10. 2022

Organized by Friul '81, the 15th edition of the Summerdays softball tourney features six teams on the diamond of Castions delle Mura from July 8-10. 2022

23/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball: roster revealed for Bollate tourney and European Softball Championship

With less than a month to prepare for the U15 European Softball Championship in the Netherlands, U15 manager Maristella Perizzolo has selected 17 players to participate in the upcoming U16 Bollate tournament from July 1-3, 2022

20/06/2022 2 Minute Read

FIBS presents its Blue Roster Honor Club NFT

Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) is the first federation in the world to offer its Honor Club through the latest generation blockchain technology

15/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy softball senior elite and U22 squads gather in Buttrio on June 20, 2022

Team Italy softball managers Federico Pizzolini and Andrea Longagnani have revealed the summer calendar for the senior elite and U22 squads

14/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U14 softball players announced for Giancarlo Bianchi International Tournament in Saronno from July 14-17, 2022

Team Italy U14 softball manager Vanessa Tuci has selected 14 players and three reserves to compete against La Loggia, Blue Angels, Bollate, Saronno, TTT and Softball School in the Giancarlo Bianchi International Tournament in Saronno from July 14-17, 2022

09/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Italy hosts Women’s Softball World Cup Group Stage in 2023 and Finals in 2024

The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) awarded the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Group Stages hosting to Italy, Ireland and Spain. Each country will host a group of the Softball World Cup in 2023, and Italy will ultimately the finals in 2024.

08/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy softball senior elite and U22 squads unite in Saronno for workout and exhibition game on June 14, 2022

In preparation for the European Softball Championships, the Team Italy women’s softball senior elite and U22 squads gather in Saronno for a morning workout followed by a 5 pm exhibition game against Serie A1’s Inox Team on Tuesday, June 14, 2022.

06/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 and U18 softball prospects put to the test in Reggio Emilia on June 13, 2022

The Team Italy U18 and U15 softball squads undergo a series of athletic tests in Reggio Emilia on Monday, June 13, 2022

14/05/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy Junior and Senior Women's European Softball Championship schedules revealed

Following the U22 Women’s European Softball Championship in Kunovice, Czech Republic from June 26-July 2, 2022, Enschede, Netherlands hosts the U15 Women’s European Softball Championship from July 18-23, 2022 and Sant Boi, Spain welcomes the Senior Women’s European Softball Championship from July 24-30, 2022.

09/05/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad meets in Bollate on June 2, 2022

A full day of activities is planned for the 30 selected U13 softball players invited to the workout in Bollate on Thursday, June 2, 2022

12/04/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 and U18 softball squads train together then play each other in Collecchio on April 25, 2022

Collecchio hosts the Team Italy U15 and U18 softball teams for a day of training and friendly competition on Monday, April 25, 2022

31/03/2022 1 Minute Read

FIBS President Marcon, Team Italy managers Piazza and Pizzolini live on FIBS Youtube Channel on April 1, 2022

The official start of baseball and softball season in Italy kicks off with a special FIBS Youtube Channel live broadcast from Multiventi Sport Domus in Serravalle, San Marino on Friday, April 1, 2022 beginning at 5:30 am (EDT)

07/03/2022 2 Minute Read

FIBS mourns the passing of former Team Italy women’s softball manager Barry Blanchard

Barry Blanchard, who led Team Italy to victory in the Olympic Softball Qualifier in Macerata in 2004 and the Azzurre squad to the 2004 Athens Games passed away at the age of 86 in his native Australia

06/03/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy women's softball squad returns from USA with renewed confidence and enthusiasm to win

After a successful Spring Training campaign in Arizona and California, Team Italy women's softball manager Federico Pizzolini was interviewed to discuss how the trip abroad has given the squad a renewed sense of purpose and energy

27/02/2022 3 Minute Read

Team Italy women's softball squad shuts out College of the Desert 10-0 in Palm Desert, California

After two weeks of Spring Training in Arizona and California under the watchful eye of Team Italy manager Federico Pizzolini and special advisor Mike Candrea, the Azzurre women's softball team returns home a winner after defeating College of the Desert by a score of 10-0 under the lights on Saturday, February 26, 2022

26/02/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy softball schedule revealed at the World Games 2022

Seventh-ranked Team Italy battles top-ranked USA, third-ranked Canada and ninth-ranked China in Group A play beginning July 9th at the World Games 2022 in Birmingham, Alabama

12/02/2022 3 Minute Read

Team Italy women's softball begins spring training in Arizona and California

Team Italy manager Federico Pizzolini and special advisor Mike Candrea lead the women's softball squad with two weeks of training and exhibition games in the U.S.A.

10/02/2022 1 Minute Read

Simona Conti, Marta Gambella and Lauro Lanzarini awarded 2021 Italian Coach of the Year

Italian coaches Simona Conti and Marta Gambella received over 60% of the 796 votes cast to win the 2021 Coach of the Year Award over second-place finishers Francesco Aluffi and Elisa Peri. Lauro Lanzarini won the 2021 Baseball for the Blind Coach of the Year Award.

22/01/2022 2 Minute Read

Italian baseball and softball media visibility data reveals major growth in 2021

As compared to 2019, the recent uptick in global viewership and media visibiiliiy suggests the thriving demand for Italian baseball and softball coverage will increase in 2022

04/12/2021 1 Minute Read

Softball pitching clinics from Becky Blatnick and Nancy Evans begin in Italy on December 7, 2021

A canceled flight has postponed the arrival of the American pitching coaches Becky Blatnick and Nancy Evans. As a result, Team Italy coach Marco Villani will coordinate the scheduled workout in Modena on December 5, 2021 and the second Modena pitching clinic on the following day has been canceled. Those athletes affected by the cancellation must email teamitaly@fibs.it and choose another date in either Bollate or Caprino Veronese.

23/11/2021 2 Minute Read

Softball pitching coaches Nancy Evans and Becky Blatnick conduct Team Italy clinics in Modena, Bollate and Caprino Veronese

University of Arizona softball pitching legends Nancy Evans and Becky Blatnick will conduct three clinics in association with the Team Italy coaching staff from December 5-12, 2021 in Emilia-Romagna, Lombardia and Veneto

04/11/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 and U18 softball squads meet via Zoom on November 9, 2021

Team Italy U15 softball manager Giulio Brusa and Team Italy U18 softball manager Andrea Longagnani will lead their respective teams through the Zoom conference call on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at 6:30 pm (local time)

24/10/2021 4 Minute Read

FIBS Federal Council announces dates for 2022 championships and CON6

The FIBS steering committee also appointed the new Team Italy U15 baseball staff and approved the documentation governing next year's competitive calendar

19/10/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy youth softball squads undergo series of athletic tests in Modena

The Team Italy U15 and U18 softball squads will be put through a series of athletic tests on the diamond and in the indoor facility of the Modena Baseball Club on Sunday, October 31, 2021 and Monday, November 1, 2021.

26/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Softball bronze medal game-bound Canada beats Team Italy 8-1 in Tokyo Olympics

The Team Italy women's softball squad ended the Tokyo Olympics with an 8-1 loss to bronze medal game-bound Canada in Yokahama on July 26, 2021

25/07/2021 2 Minute Read

Softball medal hopes for Team Italy diminish with 5-0 loss to Mexico in Tokyo Olympics

The Team Italy women's softball squad fell victim to a one-hitter by Mexico pitcher Dallas Escobedo, who led her team to its first-ever Olympic win and eliminated Italy's chances of earning a medal in Tokyo

24/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Czechs take first while Team Italy places second in U18 Euro Softball Championship

The Team Italy Juniors softball squad lost 6-3 to host Czech Republic in the U18 Women's European Softball Championship final in Prague on July 24, 2021

24/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women's softball squad plays with heart in 5-0 loss to Japan in Tokyo Olympics

Team Italy held Japan scoreless for three innings before a two-run home run in the top of the fourth inning by cleanup hitter Yu Yamamoto put the Tokyo Olympics host in control of the game

23/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy defends Juniors Euro Softball Championship title on July 24, 2021 at 11 am (ET)

Having lost to host Czech Republic two days prior, Team Italy looks to make amends with the Czechs and win the U18 Women's European Softball Championship final game in Prague on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at 11 am (ET)

22/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers first loss in U18 Women's European Softball Championship

Czech Republic defeated Team Italy 9-4 on day four of the U18 Women's European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic

22/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women’s softball squad falls victim to Australia 1-0 shutout in Tokyo Olympics

Team Italy played with heart but lost 1-0 to Australia during the Tokyo Olympics in Fukushima on July 22, 2021

21/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy advances in U18 Women's European Softball Championship after 23-2 rout over France

Team Italy (5-0) finished U18 Women's European Softball Championship Group A round-robin play after defeating France 23-2 in Prague, Czech Republic on July 21, 2021

21/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Tenacious Team Italy holds USA hitless for three innings but falls short in Olympic Softball debut

Team Italy starter Greta Cecchetti matched USA ace Cat Osterman pitch-for-pitch for three complete innings, but the Americans prevailed in the end by a score of 2-0 in game one of the Tokyo Olympics

20/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy beats Sweden and Germany in U18 Women’s European Softball Championship

On day two of the U18 Women’s European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic on July 20, 2021, defending Euro champion Team Italy won a pair of games over Sweden and Germany to remain undefeated (4-0) and the top-seed in Group A

19/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy picks up two mercy-rule wins on day one of U18 Women’s European Softball Championship

Team Italy easily defeated Poland and Croatia on opening day of the U18 Women’s European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic on July 19, 2021

18/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy women's softball squad prepares for Tokyo Olympics with 2-0 shutout over Honda Reverta in Sendai

The Team Italy women's softball squad ended its five-game Sendai exhibition series with a 2-0 win over Honda Reverta in preparation for the Tokyo Olympics opener against USA on July 20, 2021 at 11 pm (ET)

17/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad arrives in Prague to defend Euro Championship throne

Team Italy defends the U18 Women's European Softball Championship title in Prague, Czech Republic from July 19-24, 2021

07/07/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy roster announced for U18 European Softball Championship in Prague

Team Italy manager Andrea Longagnani names 17 players for the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic from July 19-24, 2021

04/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy manager Federico Pizzolini reveals women's softball roster for Tokyo Olympics

After successfully defending the Women's European Softball Championship throne in Friula-Venezia Giulia on July 3, 2021, Team Italy is already back at work preparing for the Tokyo Olympics.

03/07/2021 3 Minute Read

Team Italy repeats as Women's European Softball Champion after defeating Kingdom of the Netherlands 9-5 in Friuli-Venezia Giulia

The last time Team Italy beat the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the Euro championship final game on Italian soil was in 1995 when the international competition was held in Settimo Torinese.