The New York Times

How did college softball become a hitter’s game?

The Athletic has live coverage of the 2025 Women’s College World Series. When she goes to baseball games, Virginia Tech’s Cori McMillan sometimes has no idea what’s going on. That’s not because ...
Austin American-Statesman

Women's College World Series schedule: How the NCAA Softball Tournament works

The field of 64 in the NCAA softball tournament has been whittled down to eight teams that will converge on Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Okla. this week for the 2025 Women’s College World Series. For ...
USA Today

Does college softball have a pitch clock? Action clock length, rules explained

Over the last few seasons, the pace of play in baseball has become more fan-favorable as the games have shortened due to the pitch clock. The same can be said about softball. Though the two sports ...
USA Today

What are differences between college softball, baseball? Rules to know ahead of CWS, WCWS

The road to the 2025 Women's College World Series is underway with super regionals this weekend, while the NCAA baseball tournament leading into the 2025 College World Series is heating up with ...
The New York Times

Can college softball’s hot streak extend all summer? The Northwoods League is finding out

MADISON, Wis. – With every step around the bases, Ava Carroll’s body language told a story of joy and confidence. The Northwoods League’s top two softball teams, the Madison Night Mares and the Minot ...