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May 7, 2026 - The Bronx played host to an Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) takeover on Wednesday, as Ana Gold took the mound to throw out the ceremonial first pitch ahead of the New York Yankees matchup versus the Texas Rangers.
The Carolina Blaze infielder is a lifelong Yankees fan from upstate New York, delivered the pitch to catcher J.C. Escarra after spending time with infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. during batting practice. She was joined at the game by fellow AUSL stars Kinzie Hansen, Odicci Alexander-Bennett, and Michaela E... Full Story
May 4, 2026 - The Carolina Blaze used their selections in the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League College Draft to add a high-level arm and impact bats. With their picks, General Manager Dana Sorensen selected Karlyn Pickens, Reese Atwood, and Dakota Kennedy.
Round 1, Pick 1: Karlyn Pickens, Right-Handed Pitcher, Tennessee
Pickens is a prime selection for the Blaze with a proven arm in the circle and elite velocity. The Tennessee right-hander received her AUSL Golden Ticket from Olympian Jennie Finch, adding a shining moment to ... Full Story
May 4, 2026 - North Carolina is calling Karlyn Pickens' home.
The Carolina Blaze selected the standout Tennessee pitcher with the No. 1 overall pick at the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) College Draft. Pickens is a native of Weaverville, N.C., just under four hours from the team's home field in Durham.
"Our staff believes Karlyn is the whole package," Blaze General Manager Dana Sorenson said. "She is an ultimate competitor, and we feel that four years pitching in the SEC has given her the best preparation for the pro... Full Story
April 29, 2026 - Carolina Blaze infielder stepped onto the mound in Minneapolis to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the Minnesota Twins hosted the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday.
The Blaze infielder delivered the pitch to Twins infielder Royce Lewis and sat down for an interview with Fox 9 Minneapolis' Jim Rich during her visit. The appearance comes ahead of her first Athletes Unlimited Softball League season after the Blaze selected her with the No. 5 overall pick in the Allocation Draft in December's expansion draft.
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The Carolina Blaze are a professional softball team. Based in Durham, North Carolina, they are a member of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League.
Carolina Blaze News
Ana Gold Tosses out Ceremonial First Pitch at Yankees Game
May 7, 2026 - The Bronx played host to an Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) takeover on Wednesday, as Ana Gold took the mound to throw out the ceremonial first pitch ahead of the New York Yankees matchup versus the Texas Rangers.
The Carolina Blaze infielder is a lifelong Yankees fan from upstate New York, delivered the pitch to catcher J.C. Escarra after spending time with infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. during batting practice. She was joined at the game by fellow AUSL stars Kinzie Hansen, Odicci Alexander-Bennett, and Michaela E... Full StoryMore Carolina Blaze stories below
Blaze Select Pickens, Atwood, Kennedy in 2026 College Draft
May 4, 2026 - The Carolina Blaze used their selections in the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League College Draft to add a high-level arm and impact bats. With their picks, General Manager Dana Sorensen selected Karlyn Pickens, Reese Atwood, and Dakota Kennedy.
Round 1, Pick 1: Karlyn Pickens, Right-Handed Pitcher, Tennessee
Pickens is a prime selection for the Blaze with a proven arm in the circle and elite velocity. The Tennessee right-hander received her AUSL Golden Ticket from Olympian Jennie Finch, adding a shining moment to ... Full StoryBlaze Selects Karlyn Pickens with the No. 1 Overall Pick in the 2026 AUSL College Draft
May 4, 2026 - North Carolina is calling Karlyn Pickens' home.
The Carolina Blaze selected the standout Tennessee pitcher with the No. 1 overall pick at the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) College Draft. Pickens is a native of Weaverville, N.C., just under four hours from the team's home field in Durham.
"Our staff believes Karlyn is the whole package," Blaze General Manager Dana Sorenson said. "She is an ultimate competitor, and we feel that four years pitching in the SEC has given her the best preparation for the pro... Full StoryAlyssa Brito Throws Ceremonial First Pitch at Twins Game
April 29, 2026 - Carolina Blaze infielder stepped onto the mound in Minneapolis to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the Minnesota Twins hosted the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday.
The Blaze infielder delivered the pitch to Twins infielder Royce Lewis and sat down for an interview with Fox 9 Minneapolis' Jim Rich during her visit. The appearance comes ahead of her first Athletes Unlimited Softball League season after the Blaze selected her with the No. 5 overall pick in the Allocation Draft in December's expansion draft.
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- Ana Gold Tosses out Ceremonial First Pitch at Yankees Game - May 7, 2026
- Blaze Select Pickens, Atwood, Kennedy in 2026 College Draft - May 4, 2026
- Blaze Selects Karlyn Pickens with the No. 1 Overall Pick in the 2026 AUSL College Draft - May 4, 2026
- Alyssa Brito Throws Ceremonial First Pitch at Twins Game - April 29, 2026
- AUSL to Host Signature Series at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, June 25-27 - April 29, 2026
- Carolina Blaze Announce 2026 Schedule, Single Game Tickets - March 23, 2026
- How Budding College Programs Led to Pro Softball Team in Carolinas - January 27, 2026
- AUSL brings Carolina Blaze to Durham - January 14, 2026
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Carolina Blaze Minor League Other
League: Athletes Unlimited Softball LeagueHome: Durham, North Carolina
Class: Softball
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Carolina Blaze Headlines
- Kennedy Drafted in Third Round of AUSL College Draft by Carolina Blaze - AUSL Arkansas Athletics (May 6)
- Karlyn Pickens Drafted No. 1 Overall by Carolina Blaze - AUSL Tennessee Athletics (May 6)
- With 1st overall pick in AUSL College Draft, Blaze select RHP Pickens - AUSL MLB.com (May 6)
- AUSL Names Durham as Host City for Carolina Blaze - AUSL Duke Athletics (January 14)
- Professional women's softball coming to Durham in June - AUSL ABC 11 (January 14)
- Women's pro softball coming to Durham - AUSL WRAL (January 14)
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