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06/07/2026

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Get your pass today and be part of an unforgettable week of elite fastball action, August 8–15. Scan the QR code or visit our website to purchase yours today!

06/07/2026

What’s the call???
Is he out or is there clear blocking of the plate here?
We think the latter.
Let us know ⬇️

06/06/2026

For those wondering when the next episode is going to be, don’t worry, things are in the works.

Summer is very hard to do weekly episodes, as our own ball occupies almost every day of the week for us.
That being said, be on the look out for short bi-weekly episodes, on what’s going on in the game from all over the world, coming soon!

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

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06/02/2026

🚨 THE 2010s BEST ISC TEAM AWARD GOES TO THE HILL UNITED CHIEFS 🚨

The fan votes have been tallied, and a true modern dynasty has been crowned! The International Softball Congress has officially announced that the Hill United Chiefs of Six Nations, Ontario have been voted the Best ISC Team of the 2010s! 🏆🇨🇦

The Chiefs didn't just win during the 2010s—they completely rewrote what it meant to dominate men's fastpitch softball, setting a massive standard of excellence both on and off the diamond.

Look at this legendary decade-long resume:
🏆 6 ISC World Tournament Championships in just 8 years (including an historic three-peat from 2013–2015!)

🥎 MVP-Caliber Greatness: Powered by tournament MVPs Nick Shailes (2013, 2015), Jeff Ellsworth (2014), and Nicolás Carril (2017).

🎯 Lockdown Pitching: Anchored by the decade's top ace, Adam Folkard.

🌍 A Pioneering Legacy: Backed by the incredible vision of the Hill Family, who revolutionized the sport by introducing free global streaming, elite community support, and a world-class brand experience.

Read the full tribute to the greatest dynasty of the decade here: 👇

https://iscfastpitch.com/hill-united-chiefs-voted-best-isc-team-of-the-2010s/

06/01/2026

🚨 THE 2010s BEST ISC PITCHER AWARD GOES TO ADAM FOLKARD 🚨

The fans have spoken, and it’s official! The International Softball Congress has announced that Australian pitching legend Adam Folkard has been voted the ISC Best Pitcher of the 2010s! 🏆🇦🇺

In one of the closest fan votes in history—narrowly edging out fellow legend Sean Cleary with 43.7% of the vote—Folkard takes home the crown, capping off a decade of absolute dominance on the mound.

With a staggering 52-12 career record, Folkard didn't just play the game—he redefined excellence in modern men's fastpitch.

Join us in congratulating one of the absolute greatest to ever toe the rubber! 👑🥎

https://iscfastpitch.com/adam-folkard-voted-isc-best-pitcher-of-the-2010s/

05/31/2026

🥎 THE PRESEASON RANKINGS ARE OUT! 🥎

The International Softball Congress has officially dropped the Preseason Rankings for the 2026 Men’s Fastpitch season!

The defending champion Hill United Chiefs claim the #1 spot, but with a powerhouse contingent from Chippewa of the Thames (holding three of the top five spots!) and dangerous US squads like the NorthEast Drillers chasing them down, the road to Melbourne, Ontario this August is going to be a battleground. ⚔️

Did your team make the Top 24? Who is flying under the radar? 👇

Check out the full rankings and breakdown here:
👉 https://iscfastpitch.com/2026-isc-mens-fastpitch-pre-season-rankings-released

Note: Teams that missed the roster submission deadline are excluded from the ISC Preseason Rankings.

05/31/2026

The 2026 Bear Creek Classic schedule has been announced for June 12-14, where 10 teams get ready to compete for the World Tournament later this year.