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ELLEN ROBERTS ON HER LIFE BEYOND SOFTBALL

Ellen Roberts knew from the age of 5 that she wanted to make softball her life – she started learning how to pitch a ball, and she has been hooked on it ever since. Currently hopeful about partaking in the Tokyo Olympics, we find out what her life is like outside the mound.

Thu 10 Jun 2021

NOTICE: SOFTBALL NSW ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Notice is hereby given of the Annual General Meeting of Softball NSW Incorporated, which will be held under the conditions of the Softball NSW Constitution Part IV – General Meeting 13.1, at West HQ, 33 Railway Street, Rooty Hill on Sunday 12th September 2021 at 10.00 am.

Thu 10 Jun 2021

STATE TEAM SELECTION POLICY AND SELECTORS EOI RELEASED

Softball NSW Board has recently approved its State Team Selection Policy which comes into effect as of 28thMay 2021. The purpose of the document is to outline the policy and operational processes that apply to the selection of all state team selectors and state team athletes. Selectors who are successfully chosen to represent SNSW at State Championship events, will have clear guidelines set out in this updated policy.

Fri 28 May 2021

BLEED BLUE MEN’S QUAD SERIES

Softball NSW is proud to present a Men’s Pathways Team Series event at Blacktown International Sports Park this Saturday, the 29th of May, following the cancellation of many National Championships.

Wed 26 May 2021

RECOGNIZING VOLUNTEERS IN NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK

National Volunteer Week (NVW) is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteers. From Monday 17th to Sunday 23rd May 2021, NVW celebrates the significant contribution of Australia’s almost six million volunteers.

Tue 18 May 2021

LAUNCHED: NSW PARLIAMENTARY FRIENDS OF SOFTBALL & BASEBALL

The Parliamentary Friends of Softball & Baseball is a new parliamentary group which formed and confirmed by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Mr Jonathan O’Dea on March 25. During this meeting, the Member for Blacktown Mr Stephen Bali and Member for Coffs Harbour Mr Gurmesh Singh were elected as the inaugural Co-Chairs.

Mon 17 May 2021

AUSSIE FAREWELL EVENT

Softball NSW would like to invite all members and the wider community for an Aussie Farewell and fan Event, at Blacktown International Sportspark on Sunday 23rd May 2021. This event is to acknowledge the NSW based Aussie Spirit players before they head to Japan for final selection and the Tokyo Olympic Games.

Fri 14 May 2021

2021 UNDER 16 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

The Under 16 State Championships will be hosted by Southern Districts Softball Association (SDSA) in 2021, on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 July, at Jacquie Osmond Reserve, Warwick Farm.

Thu 13 May 2021

2021 SNSW STATIC CAMP

Softball NSW would like to advise all members of the upcoming STATIC (Softball Training and Talent Identification Camp). STATIC is targeted at players from the previous U12 State Championships (2020) of all abilities. This is an educational experience for players and will allow them to be a part of a fun environment while learning more about the game of Softball.

Tue 11 May 2021

MANLY WARRINGAH AND SOFTBALL CAMPBELLTOWN TEEBALL CHAMPIONS FOR 2021

The 2021 Under 10 State Championships, hosted by Central Coast Softball Association, was an amazing, jam-packed weekend of Teeball action! The atmosphere at the grounds was electric, and the weather was perfect for the weekend to showcase the best young teeballers from across the state. The girls and boys really outdid themselves with their team camaraderie and renditions of classic Softball chants and songs, driving their teams to a number of nail-biting finishes.

Tue 11 May 2021

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY: SOFTBALL NSW POLICY REFERENCE GROUP EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OPEN

Softball NSW are now calling for nominations from within the community to join the Softball NSW Policy Reference Group. The function of the Softball NSW Policy Reference Group is to review the existing draft policies and make recommendations to the Board of Softball NSW on the most effective framework, for best practice governance and application at all levels.

Mon 10 May 2021

2022 SNSW STATE TEAM ATHLETE EOI

Softball NSW is now accepting Expressions of Interest for athletes from ALL AGE GROUPS, wishing to be considered for 2022 NSW State Team Selection.

Mon 10 May 2021

2021 SNSW OPEN WOMEN’S STATE CHAMPIONSHIP DATE CHANGE & 2022 UNDER 23 MEN’S & WOMEN’S SELECTION ADVICE

Softball NSW wishes to advise of changes to the originally scheduled Open Women’s State Championship for 2021, as well as selection advice for the 2022 Under 23 National Championship Men’s and Women’s teams.

Fri 07 May 2021

COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION: COACHING FRAMEWORK (FACEBOOK LIVE TUES 27TH APRIL 7.00PM)

To assist with the education of our community on the changes to the Softball Australia Coaching Framework, Softball NSW CEO Daniel Rushworth along with State Coaching Director Adam Rindfleish will be holding a community information session on Tuesday April 27 at 7.00pm via Facebook Live.

Fri 23 Apr 2021

TRU BLUE ON ANZAC DAY

Softball NSW is proud to announce that this upcoming ANZAC DAY, we will be hosting a Tru-Blue Fastpitch Series involving the Under 16’s and Under 18’s NSW Girls. This event showcases the talents of both our Under 16’s and 18’s Girls as they battle it out throughout the day.

Wed 21 Apr 2021

2021 SOFTBALL NSW UNDER 14 TRI SERIES – DAYS 2 & 3 RECAP

The 2021 SNSW Under 14 Tri Series came to a close this afternoon after three action-packed days of Softball. After the success of the Fully Loaded Tournament on Wednesday, our teams came into Thursday ready to switch back to a fastpitch focus. It was a long day of round games, but our players and officials were up to the challenge.

Fri 16 Apr 2021

SKINS PARTNERS WITH SOFTBALL NSW

Softball NSW is pleased to announce SKINS as the organisation’s Official Compression Partner. The three-year partnership will see SKINS supply Softball NSW State and Regional Teams with performance and recovery compression apparel. These offerings will include long sleeve tops and long tights for all teams from Under 14 through to our Over 35’s within our pathway programs. Further to this, SKINS will also provide significant opportunities to Softball NSW community members through heavily discou

Fri 16 Apr 2021

2021 SOFTBALL NSW UNDER 14 TRI SERIES – DAY 1 RECAP

After disappointment with the cancellation of the Interstate Challenge in Lismore, it was fantastic to see our Under 14 Country and Metro teams out on the diamond today to kick start the 2021 Under 14 Tri Series. With a Fully Loaded play format, games were fast and action-packed. The developmental opportunities for our players and officials were plentiful, and everyone enjoyed the long but game-heavy day.

Wed 14 Apr 2021