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2026 USA Softball Athlete Pool Features 27 AUSL Players

AUSL April 3, 2026 - USA Softball revealed the list of athletes chosen by the Women's National Team Selection Committee (WNTSC) for the U.S. Women's National Team (WNT) Athlete Pool on Thursday. A total of 36 athletes were named, 27 of whom compete in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). These athletes are under consideration for the 2026 USA Softball WNT, which will compete in the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) World Cup Group Stage event and the 2026 USA Softball International Cup. They will also serve as the foundat... Full Story

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Seawolves Announce New Female President

MLR Seattle Seawolves April 3, 2026 - SEATTLE, WA - The Seattle Seawolves today announced the appointment of JoAnne Anderson as President, ushering in a new era of growth as the club prepares for their 2026 Major League Rugby season opener tonight. With this appointment, Anderson becomes one of only two women currently leading teams in Major League Rugby, marking a significant milestone for the league and the sport. Anderson brings more than 20 years of experience in marketing, brand building, and live events, with a proven ability to galvanize teams and audi... Full Story

Austin Sweeps Salt Lake in Must-Win Battle

LOVB LOVB Austin April 3, 2026 - AUSTIN, Texas - LOVB Austin defeated LOVB Salt Lake 25-18, 29-27, 25-21 at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park Thursday night, staving off elimination and bringing Austin one step closer to securing a postseason spot. "Really proud of the way we fought," said Austin head coach Erik Sullivan. "To watch the resilience and grit of our team and how we are competing right now, it's awesome." The win boosted Austin (9-10) past Salt Lake (9-10) into fourth place in the LOVB standings and gave Austin the crucial head-to-head tiebre... Full Story

Atlanta Keeps Title Hopes Alive with Win in Madison

LOVB LOVB Atlanta April 3, 2026 - MADISON, Wis. - Entering the week, LOVB Atlanta had an outside shot at winning League One Volleyball's regular season title. After a five-set win at LOVB Madison, they still have that chance. Atlanta (11-8) downed a feisty Madison squad, 23-25, 25-14, 25-18, 21-25, 15-11, Thursday night at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. The win clinches a top-two finish for Atlanta and sets up a showdown against LOVB Houston (12-7) for the 2026 regular season title. The odds still point Houston's direction. Atlanta... Full Story

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