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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.

Reese Atwood and Ana Gold Set to Compete in MLBx Durham

September 17, 2026 - Two Carolina Blaze athletes will compete in a unique home run derby format this weekend. Infielder Ana Gold and catcher Reese Atwood will showcase their long-ball skills at MLBx Durham at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. MLBx is a unique home run derby with four teams of three athletes: Athletes Unlimited Softball League stars, former big leaguers, and college baseball players. Teams earn points for home runs, defensive catches, and bonus targets, with a five-swing "Hot Streak" that doubles the potential for points. The... Full Story

Keilani Ricketts' Keys to All-Star Cup Success

August 14, 2026 - Keilani Ricketts may be entering just her fourth stint as a captain in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League All-Star Cup, but the veteran pitcher has more experience to draw from than just about anyone in the competition. The lefty pitcher is the most experienced pro on the 2026 All-Star Cup roster and first competed in the unique individual format during the 2024 AUX season before serving as a captain during Series Three and Four of the 2025 All-Star Cup. She finished third on last year's leaderboard and earned her fir... Full Story

Franklin Releases First-Ever AUSL Signature Batting Gloves with Baylee Klingler

August 5, 2026 - Franklin Sports released the first-ever Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) signature batting glove on Wednesday with Carolina Blaze infielder Baylee Klingler. Her softball journey and personality inspired the limited-edition gloves. Klingler just wrapped up her second season in the AUSL and fourth as a pro with a wealth of experience playing in leagues in the United States and abroad. The lilac and vanilla colorway represents her career at the University of Washington (2020-2023), where she was a three-time All-Ame... Full Story

Reese Atwood Named 2026 AUSL Rookie of the Year

July 24, 2026 - Reese Atwood has been named the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League Rookie of the Year, the league announced Friday as part of its annual postseason awards. Atwood joins Ana Gold (2025) as the second player in Carolina Blaze history to earn Rookie of the Year honors after making an immediate impact in her first professional season. She also earned All-League recognition after emerging as one of the most productive hitters in the AUSL. The former Texas standout finished the regular season batting .309 with a .405 on... Full Story

• Reese Atwood and Ana Gold Set to Compete in MLBx Durham - September 17, 2026
  
• Keilani Ricketts' Keys to All-Star Cup Success - August 14, 2026
  
• Franklin Releases First-Ever AUSL Signature Batting Gloves with Baylee Klingler - August 5, 2026
  
• Reese Atwood Named 2026 AUSL Rookie of the Year - July 24, 2026
  
• 9 Carolina Blaze Players to Compete in 2026 AUSL All-Star Cup - July 18, 2026
  
• Klingler Hits a Go-Ahead Grand Slam in Blaze Victory - June 29, 2026
  
• Carolina Blaze Bring Pro Softball to Durham, Take Down Utah Talons - June 29, 2026
  
• Alyssa Brito and the Blaze Are Connecting over Coffee - June 26, 2026
  
• Ocasio Delivers Walk-Off Hit as Blaze Outlast Volts in Extras - June 16, 2026
  
• Karlyn Pickens Brings the Heat and Picks up a Win in Pro Debut - June 11, 2026
  
• Meet the Blaze's 2026 Opening Day Roster - June 9, 2026
  
• Arkansas' Dakota Kennedy Signs Rookie Contract with the Blaze - June 8, 2026
  
• Reese Atwood Signs with Carolina Blaze After Second WCWS Title - June 7, 2026
  
• Karlyn Pickens Inks Rookie Contract with the Carolina Blaze - June 4, 2026
  
• Ana Gold Tosses out Ceremonial First Pitch at Yankees Game - May 7, 2026
  
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Carolina Blaze pitcher Jala Wright signs autographs (Fran Stuchbury)
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League: Athletes Unlimited Softball League
Home: Durham, North Carolina
Class: Softball
Website: None
Schedule: Full Carolina Blaze Schedule

Tue., Jul 21	W	Oklahoma City 1 at Carolina 11	Final
Mon., Jul 20		Oklahoma City at Carolina	Susp.
Sun., Jul 19	L	Oklahoma City 6 at Carolina 5	Final
Sat., Jul 18	L	Oklahoma City 12 at Carolina 4	Final
Thu., Jul 16	L	Chicago 15 at Carolina 7	Final
Wed., Jul 15	L	Chicago 7 at Carolina 6	Final
All times Eastern On game days, refresh page for latest results Full Carolina Blaze Schedule and Results

OurSports Central provides coverage of the following independent and minor league teams near the Carolina Blaze:

• Burlington Sock Puppets (ApL) - Burlington, North Carolina
  
• Danville Otterbots (ApL) - Danville, Virginia
  
• Durham Bulls (IL) - Durham, North Carolina
  
• Fayetteville Marksmen (SPHL) - Fayetteville, North Carolina
  
• Fayetteville Woodpeckers (CarL) - Fayetteville, North Carolina
  
• North Carolina Courage (NWSL) - Cary, North Carolina
  
• North Carolina FC (USL) - Cary, North Carolina
  

• Blaze win AUSL regular-season finale, eliminating Spark from playoffs - AUSL MLB.com (July 21)
  
• Karlyn Pickens gifted dumpling toy by fan after taking hit to her face in AUSL game - AUSL Knoxville News (July 20)
  
• Karlyn Pickens breaks two metal bats in AUSL - AUSL Vols Wire (July 19)
  
• Metal softball bats are no match for Karlyn Pickens' high-powered pitches in AUSL - AUSL USA Today (July 19)
  
• Carolina Blaze Dominates 2026 AUSL All-Star Cup Fan Vote - AUSL Just Women's Sports (July 17)
  
• Reese Atwood embraces new role with same level of fame in AUSL - AUSL The Daily Texan (July 17)
  
• Former Lady Vols star Karlyn Pickens' fastball breaks two hitters' bats in AUSL - AUSL Knoxville News (July 17)
  
• Former Washington softball star Baylee Klingler heating up for Carolina Blaze in AUSL - AUSL Huskies Wire (July 6)
  
• 1-on-1 with Gator softball Great and AUSL star Aleshia Ocasio - AUSL WCJB (July 4)
  
• OKC Spark vs Carolina Blaze in AUSL softball, see top photos - AUSL Daily Oklahoman (July 2)
  
• Why pro softball, NC State coach's unexpected summer job can benefit the program - AUSL Raleigh News & Observer (June 29)
  
• Carolina Blaze block party to feature drumline, celebratory atmosphere - AUSL WRAL (June 25)
  
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