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2026 Ignite Season Preview: A Look Forward to Wausau's Second Season

NWLS Wausau Ignite May 27, 2026 - Wausau, WI. - After an incredible inaugural season, the Wausau Ignite look to start their second year as a Northwoods League Softball franchise with a bang. Entering the third year of softball in the Northwoods League, and now with six teams clashing for one trophy, competition is at its highest point yet, and expectations are rising for the Ignite. Wausau had many bright spots in its first season, with key performers from last year returning alongside head coach Jasmin Estrada for her second season at the helm. Coach ... Full Story

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Amanda Lorenz Announces She's Pregnant with First Child

AUSL Texas Volts May 27, 2026 - Texas Volts outfielder Amanda Lorenz has announced she's expecting her first child with her husband, Griffin Mazur, Clemson University baseball coach. The accomplished and experienced Volts veteran shared the news on Tuesday on Instagram. "My husband and I are so excited to announce that we are expecting! We are very thankful for the AUSL and the Volts for their support as I take this summer off during my pregnancy," Lorenz said. "Excited to have a new fan in the stands next season! Go Volts!" The pair said 'I do' o... Full Story

Cascade Signs Arizona Catcher Sydney Stewart

AUSL Portland Cascade May 27, 2026 - The Portland Cascade signed its second-round draft pick on Thursday, adding Arizona catcher Sydney Stewart to the roster. Stewart received an Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) Golden Ticket in March and was announced as a selection by the Cascade during the 2026 AUSL College Draft Show in May. Stewart finished her collegiate career with the Wildcats as the 2026 Big 12 Conference Player of the Year. She tallied 20 home runs, 62 RBIs, and a 1.453 OPS. Stewart was also named to the First-Team All-Big 12 and was a ... Full Story

Belmont Pitcher Maya Johnson Signs with the OKC Spark

AUSL Oklahoma City Spark May 27, 2026 - After leaving her mark on Belmont Softball, pitcher Maya Johnson's career will continue with the Oklahoma City Spark. Johnson was the third overall pick in the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League College Draft, and now that her collegiate career has come to an end, she has inked a rookie contract with the Spark. Johnson led the Bruins to the Tuscaloosa Regional after winning their second consecutive Missouri Valley Conference Championship. They went undefeated in their three tournament games in Carbondale, Illinois, a... Full Story

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