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"Behind The Scenes"
with David Fleming
This month’s “Behind The Scenes” features a chat with David Fleming, who is the Granite Belt Softball Association President.
Dave talks about his experiences in establishing social softball in the Granite Belt area and offering new junior competitions.
Aussie Steelers Selected
The following Queenslanders have been selected in the Aussie Steelers Softball Team to play in the WBSC Men’s Softball World Championship in July. This will be Ryan Merriman’s debut for the Australian men's team at a World Championship. Congratulations to our #Queenslanders!
- Shaun Goffer
- Julian Jemmott
- Ryan Merriman
Junior Spirit Selected
The following Queenslanders have been selected in the Aussie Junior Spirit Softball Team to play in the XII Junior Women’s Softball World Championship held in Clearwater, Florida in July. Congratulations to our Queensland ladies!
- Rhiannon Kemp
- Tia Waters
- Tamieka Whitefield
Kirsty Andrews- Statistician Appointment
Kirsty Andrews has been appointed as statistician to the Australian U19 Women’s Team, Junior Spirit, for the 12th WBSC Junior Women’s Softball World Championship in July 2017.
Kirsty has served as the statistician for the Junior Spirit team from 2010-2015, attending three World Championships and two other international events during that period. Congratulations Kirsty!
Chris Bailey - Statistician Appointments
Chris Bailey has been appointed statistician to the Australian Women’s Team, Aussie Spirit, for the Japan Cup Series, August 2017. This will be Chris' first appointment to a national team. Congratulations Chris!
U15 State Championships – New Dates
SQI is pleased to advise that after discussion with the District Associations, the postponed U15 State Championships will be held as follows:
U15 Boys: 26-28 May at Hervey Bay Softball Association
U15 Girls: 2-4 June at Suncoast Hinterland Association
Thank you to everyone for your patience and cooperation during the rescheduling process.
Upcoming Events
3rd - 7th July, 2017
2017 International Friendship Series
Redlands, QLD
5th - 8th July, 2017
2017 U23 Australian National Championships (M&W)
Redlands, QLD
Cyclone Debbie
A number of our associations were severely impacted by Cyclone Debbie earlier this month. Click on the links below to hear each of their stories.
Queensland School Sport -
13- 19 yrs Girls Softball Championship 2017
Congratulations to Sunshine Coast for taking out the 13-19 yrs Girls Softball Championship 8-1 against Met East. Congratulations to all players selected in the 2017 Queensland team and Talent Squad.
The Boys' Championship runs from Thursday 27th April - Sunday 30th April.
In The News...
Catch up on the latest stories, news andannouncements from the Softball Queensland and Softball Australia websites!
