From the Canberra Times: The disappointment of a 2-0 semi-final loss to Venezuela in 2013 is still fresh in the minds of Australian players as they chase world championship glory in Canada. And it's why Canberra pitcher Adam Folkard says anything less than a championship victory would be considered a failure when the tournament begins on Friday. "We have come here to win," … [Read more...]
Half dozen teams are in the mix for a gold medal
Great preview at the Star Phoenix, with comments from our broadcast colleague and frequent Fastpitchwest contributor, Blair Setford. By Scott Larson, The Starphoenix June 25, 2015 With the assistance of Blair Setford, here's a quick peek at the teams competing at the 2015 WBSC Men's World Softball Championship. Setford is on the coaching staff of the Toronto Gators and will … [Read more...]
The World is Waiting
First pitch of the 2015 WBSC Men's Softball World Championship just a day away, as teams and fans make their final preparation here in Saskatoon. We'll be on hand for the duration of the tournament, as part of the Ballpark Broadcasting team, which includes Lance Winn, Kyle Smith, Joe Todd and Blair Setford. (Last summer's Whitehorse broadcast team for the ISF Jrs. plus Blair … [Read more...]
Poll Question: Pick the 2015 WBSC Finalists
[poll id="2"] (Pick two teams and click the "VOTE" button) … [Read more...]
Before the Black Sox came the Pilgrims
Classic ! From Softball New Zealand The first New Zealand Men’s Softball Team to attend a World Series, fondly known as the “Pilgrims” World Series 1966, Mexico City. Lovin' those Mad Men style hats. Not shown in photo: Don Draper. Editor's note: Kudos to Jim Williamson for spotting Kevin Herlihy in the back row of the above photo. Jim also notes that Bill Massey was … [Read more...]
Preliminary Rosters for 2015 WBSC Men’s World Championship – June 26-July 5
The Preliminary Rosters for the 2015 WBSC Men's World Championship, to be held June 26-July 5 at Saskatoon Sasketchewan are posted at the official WBSC website. Click here to view or view below. ARGENTINA Last Men's World Championship appearance - 2013 Juan BRANDAUER * Mauricio CACERES * Santiago CARRIL * Gustavo GODOY * Manuel GODOY Román GODOY HERBEL Sebastian … [Read more...]
Great Britain announces its roster for the 2015 WBSC Men’s World Championships
Cap tip ISC Canada East Congrats to Kyle Linton, Philip John and Darrin Newson, along with Richard Haldane on being named to the Great Britain National Team. Norman Ames with Richard Haldane and 17 others Very proud to announce the 2015 Team Great Britain roster for the World Championship in Saskatoon, Canada Players: #3 Kevin Stockford C/IF #4 Ben Easdown IF/OF #8 Ryan … [Read more...]