Official WBSC Webpage WBSC Executive Vice President Craig Cress highlighted the elite level of play expected over the next six days: "These eight teams have earned the right to contest the Finals after a very competitive Group Stage last year. After 57 exciting games in 2024, now we are closing the event with the best teams aiming to conquer the World Title," he said. Click here for current local time at Prince Albert Pools for WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Finals … [Read More...]
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Stage Date Start > Finish Type Distance (km) Distance (mi) Winner 3 Mon 07/07 Valenciennes > Dunkerque Flat 178.3 110.8 Tim Merlier (SOQ) Tour de France 2025 Stage 3: Merlier Triumphs in Chaotic Sprint Finish Stage 3 of the 2025 Tour de France, a 178.3 km flat run from Valenciennes to Dunkerque, delivered high drama as Tim Merlier (Soudal-QuickStep) claimed victory in a thrilling, … [Read More...]
USA Men This Week at 2025 WBSC World Cup at Prince Albert Canada
Will face defending champions Australia, Japan and Dominican Republic in Pool Play … [Read More...]
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Mixed in with all the fastpitch news, my report on my other favorite sporting event, the Tour de France. I got home from my Sunday cycling ride in time to learn that my rooting favorite, Mathieu van der Poel (mentioned in my morning post) had won the second stage of the Tour de France. A deserving win for a racer who is often the one that others are drafting on. (He led the paceline for teammate Jasper Philipsen on Day 1, helping him win the yellow jersey for the opening stage of the race.) … [Read More...]
2025 WBSC Men’s World Cup Set to Begin Tomorrow, Tuesday, July 8
Official WBSC 2025 Men's World Cup Webpage The 2025 WBSC Men's World Cup of fastpitch kicks off tomorrow in Prince Albert, Canada, as eight elite teams converge to battle for the ultimate prize in international softball. Over the next six days, these contenders will compete for the coveted title of world champion. Eight teams earned their spots in 2024 for this prestigious event and will be divided into two pools of four teams each. Pool play runs for the first three days (July 8-10), … [Read More...]
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Tour de France. I know, what's this doing on Fastpitch West? Just a nod to my cycling friends and fans of the race, which started on Saturday, July 5. July will be, of course, the biggest month for fastpitch fans, with the WBSC World Cup and more just around the corner. But it's also the month for road cycling. The Tour de France is cycling's ultimate test of endurance - a three-week odyssey across France covering over 2,000 miles of punishing terrain. Riders battle mountain passes, sprint … [Read More...]
Canada Captures 4 Nations Cup Gold with Perfect 4-0 Record at Saskatoon
Canada completed a dominant tournament run with a 2-1 victory over New Zealand in the gold medal game, finishing with a perfect 4-0 record on home soil in Saskatoon. Pitching Duo Delivers Championship Devon McCullough got the start for Canada in the championship game, with Justin Schofield providing impressive relief work to close out the victory. The Canadian pitching staff held New Zealand to just one hit in the title game. Canada struck early with two runs in the first inning and … [Read More...]
Gold Medal Game – Canada v. New Zealand for 4 Nations Cup at Saskatoon
Live on Softball Premier TV - Kyle Smith and Kris Abbott with the Call of the Game … [Read More...]
U.S. Men’s National Team Captures Bronze with 2-1 Victory Over Japan in 4 Nations Cup at Saskatoon
In a tightly contested bronze medal game at the 4 Nations Cup in Saskatoon, Canada, the U.S. Men’s National Team edged out Japan 2-1. The game showcased strong pitching, defensive plays, and clutch hitting, with the U.S. capitalizing on key opportunities to secure the win. The U.S. struck first in the bottom of the 1st inning. J Lewis drew a walk and advanced to third on a single by Blake Milheim. Tyler Johnson’s fielder’s choice allowed Lewis to score, giving the U.S. a 1-0 lead. Japan’s … [Read More...]
USA vs. Japan in Bronze Medal Game for 4 Nations Cup at Saskatoon – 5pm CST Saturday night
USA Falls to Canada, will face Japan in Bronze Medal Game of 4 Nations Cup at Saskatoon
Misses Gold Medal Game by One Run on Tiebreaker Rule In an intense international showdown, Canada outlasted the U.S. Men’s National Team 5-2 in a game marked by strong pitching, timely hitting, and critical defensive plays. The game showcased both teams' resilience, with Canada capitalizing on key opportunities to secure the victory. The U.S. opened the scoring in the top of the 2nd inning when Jonathan Lynch launched a solo home run to center field off Canada’s starter Sean Cleary, … [Read More...]
Canada secures spot in Gold Medal Game for 4 Nations Cup at Saskatoon
Will face New Zealand in Gold Medal Game at 7 PM CST on Softball Premier TV Gold Medal Game - Canada vs. New Zealand … [Read More...]
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