Friuli Venezia Giulia Welcomes the World: XVII Softball World Cup Kicks Off

The Softball World Cup, held in Castions di Strada, represents a significant milestone for Friuli Venezia Giulia. Organized by the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) in collaboration with the Italian Baseball Softball Federation (FIBS), and supported by the regional government, this year’s tournament is the first to adopt a two-phase format. The region previously hosted one of the qualifying group matches last year, affirming its capability to manage major sporting events.
Interview: Rachel Garcia, part of the American Softball team