Seven exciting young teams from around the state came down to Jack Brabham park last weekend to feature in the 2022 Under 12 Girls' State Championship. Hosted by Orange District Softball Association in conjunction with the Boys' tournament, the event featured Cumberland Nepean, Georges River, Hornsby, Manly Warringah, North Shore, Orange and Penrith City. 

The two-day event was bustling with crowds that had come down from around the state to watch the young softballers in action - and day 1 provided all the entertainment they could've hoped for and more, with the girls from Manly Warringah asserting their dominance with an unbeaten 4-game record. Day 2 was a continuation of their great run, with two wins securing their spot in the Grand Final. Joining them in the final game of the tournament was Cumberland Nepean who had won 5 out of their 6 group games. 

Played at 1:15pm on diamond 1, the Grand Final was also arguably the most exciting from across the two days of the Championship, with Manly Warringah and Cumberland Nepean spending the next hour and fifteen minutes proving how they were above the rest in the tournament - much like how it was when the same two teams faced off in the Grand Final last year. Cumberland Nepean ultimately came out stronger this time, claiming the Championship title with a 9-8 scoreline. 

Watch the full highlights of the Grand Final

Final Placings

Champions- Cumberland Nepean

Runners Up- Manly Warringah

3rd Place- Georges River

4th Place- North Shore

5th Place- Penrith City

6th Place- Hornsby

7th Place- Orange

Players Player Awards

Cumberland Nepean- Madeline Gauci

Georges River- Sierra Ryan

Hornsby- Bianca Eisermann

Manly Warringah- Amarlea Tonga

North Shore- Madeleine Kunce

Orange- Jovi

Penrith City- Phillipa Cracknell & Chloe Dunham

Softball NSW would like to thank Orange District Softball Association, as well as all volunteers, athletes, team management, and attendees who made the 2022 Under 12 State Championships a great success. For any further information in relation to the event, please contact Softball NSW Events & Facilities Coordinator Aimee Sutton via events@softballnsw.org.au.