24/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship Qualifier 2024 in Ashbourne, Ireland kicks off on Thursday

The third Baseball European Championship Qualifier 2024 this week gets underway on Thursday in Ashbourne, Ireland. From July 25 to 28, 2024 four teams will compete for a spot in the next Baseball European Championship.

23/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship Qualifier 2024 in Kutno, Poland commences on Wednesday

The Little League EMEA Training Center in Kutno, Poland is hosting one of the three Baseball European Championship Qualifiers 2024 from July 24 to 27, 2024. Four teams will compete for a spot in the next Baseball European Championship.

21/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship Qualifier 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia starts on Monday

The first of three Baseball European Championship Qualifiers will take place in Belgrade, Serbia from July 22 to 27, 2024. The baseball national teams from Hungary, Slovenia, Serbia, Slovakia and Türkiye will compete for a spot in the next Baseball European Championship.

20/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Great Britain captures first place at the U-15 Baseball European Qualifier 2024 in Kaunas, Lithuania

Great Britain prevailed 19-6 over Ukraine in the final of the U-15 Baseball European Qualifier 2024, which was played in Kaunas, Lithuania this past week. In the final the British cadets scored 13 runs in the top of the fifth inning to secure the victory. By sealing first place at the Qualifier Great Britain earned a ticket to the U-15 Baseball European Championship in 2025.

20/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Belgium wins U-15 Baseball European Qualifier 2024 in Sisak, Croatia

Belgium has won the U-15 Baseball European Qualifier 2024, which was played this past week in Sisak, Croatia. They defeated Slovakia in the final on Saturday by a score of 9-4. With the win at the Qualifier, Belgium earns a spot in next year’s U-15 Baseball European Championship.

17/07/2024 1 Minute Read

BECC Day 4: VOITH Heidenheim, Guggenberger Legionaere with Wins on Wednesday

The Baseball European Champions Cup 2024 continued on Wednesday with day four of the preliminary round. The German Baseball-Bundesliga teams celebrated a pair of crucial victories to improve to 3-1 for the season. The VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe shut out the Eagles Praha 9-0, while the Guggenberger Legionaere Regensburg downed Draci Brno 7-1.

16/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Round four of Baseball European Champions Cup 2024 on Wednesday

The Baseball European Champions Cup continues on Wednesday with round four in the 2024 season with matchups between the Eagles Praha and VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe as well as Guggenberger Legionaere Regensburg and Draci Brno.

15/07/2024 1 Minute Read

The Top Players of the U-18 Baseball European Championship

The U-18 Baseball European Championship in Regensburg, Germany, concluded with the closing ceremony, where the top players of the championships were awarded individual awards.

14/07/2024 1 Minute Read

U-15 Baseball European Championship B-Pool start on Monday in Kaunas and Sisak

While the Baseball European Championship season is over with Italy (U-18) and Germany (U-12) winning the Gold Medals, the quest for the 2025 season starts with a couple of B-Pool European Championships. First up are the U-15 Baseball European Championships B-Pool, which will be played this week in Kaunas, Lithuania and Sisak, Croatia.

14/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Italy Wins the U-18 Baseball European Championship

Italy won against Germany 3-1 in the gold medal game of the U-18 Baseball European Championship. Italy maintained the lead throughout the match, with great pitching performances from Taschin and Gergolet. Germany rallied in the seventh inning but fell short. In the bronze medal game, the Netherlands defeated Great Britain 5-3. Other ranking matches saw France topping Spain, Czechia besting Austria, Israel triumphing over Belgium, and Sweden decisively defeating Croatia.

13/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Germany, Italy to meet in historic Gold Medal Game of U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024

Host Germany and Italy will play the Gold Medal Game at the U-18 Baseball European Championship in Regensburg, Germany on Sunday at 19:00. Germany prevailed 6-1 in a memorable game over the Netherlands in the first semi-final on Saturday. Italy then came back in a thriller against Great Britain, winning 6-5 in extra-innings.

13/07/2024 3 Minute Read

No Reason Not to Play Baseball: Austrian Utility Astner

Moritz Astner values the fact that his playing at the WBSC Europe U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024. Not only does he feel proud to represent Austria in the A pool and enjoy learning from players from other countries, but he also believes he can serve as an inspiration to others.

12/07/2024 3 Minute Read

First Round ends at U-18 Baseball Euros with Italy winning Group A

The preliminary round at the U-18 Baseball European Championship in Regensburg, Germany ended on Friday with the last six games. In the decisive game in Group A, Italy beat Germany 9-3 to win the pool ahead of the hosts. In the other games on the day France prevailed 10-8 over Czechia. Austria secured its spot in the A-Pool with a 7-6 surprise win over Israel. Belgium stunned Great Britain 6-2. The Netherlands downed Sweden 19-1. Spain shut out Croatia 13-0. The Netherlands will play Germany at 18:00 in the semi-final one, while Italy takes on Great Britain at 19:30 in the second.

12/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Czech Pitcher Vostatek Ready to put Ice Hockey City Kladno on the Baseball Map

Czechia is one of the up-and-coming baseball countries on the continent but baseball ranks quite far behind ice hockey among the nation’s sports fans. The city of Kladno has produced some of the best ice hockey players in the world but pitcher Ondrej Vostatek is hoping to play his part in pushing baseball in the ice hockey hotbed.

11/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Germany, Great Britain, Italy and Netherlands qualify for U-18 Baseball Semifinals

After four of five days in the preliminary round at the U-18 Baseball European Championship in Regensburg, Germany the four semifinalists are known. From Group A Germany and Italy advance after remaining undefeated after four games. Germany beat Israel 9-2. Italy edged out Spain 2-1. Meanwhile in Group B the Netherlands and Great Britain move into the top four with the Dutch team already claiming first place. The Netherlands prevailed 8-2 over Czechia. Great Britain downed France 11-5. Additionally, Belgium beat Sweden 11-1 for their first win, while Austria won against Croatia 4-3 in a nailbiter to reach the win column. Day four was delayed midway through the day after a heavy thunderstorm. But eventually all games were played.

11/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Europe sees streaming as the key tool to make baseball and softball more popular in Europe

WBSC Europe is proud to introduce baseballeurope.tv, an initiative aimed at giving a platform to all baseball, softball, and baseball5 European competitions, as well as making the platform and concept available also for national and local competitions.

10/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Germany, Italy and Netherlands improve to 3-0 in U-18 Baseball Euros

After three days at the U-18 Baseball European Championship in Regensburg, Germany the teams from Germany, Italy and Netherlands are still undefeated and improved to 3-0 on top of the standings. Germany cruised by Austria 16-1. Italy shut out Croatia 14-0. The Netherlands prevailed 9-1 over Great Britain in the meeting of 2-0 clubs. Czechia defeated winless Sweden by a score of 12-0 to improve to 2-1. In a back and forth affair France narrowly beat Belgium 9-6. In the evening defending title holder Spain held off Israel 9-3.

09/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Germany upsets defending champion Spain on day two of U-18 Baseball Euros

Germany pulled off the biggest upset of the U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024. On day two in Regensburg, Germany, the hosts upset defending champion Spain in the evening game by a score of 7-1. Earlier in the day the Netherlands, Italy and Great Britain each celebrated 10-0 wins over France, Austria and Sweden. Israel beat Croatia 18-8 in a very long game. In the second evening matchup Czechia won 8-2 against Belgium.

08/07/2024 2 Minute Read

U-18 Baseball European Championship got underway in sunny Regensburg on Monday

The U-18 Baseball European Championship got underway on Monday in Regensburg, Germany in beautiful conditions at the Armin-Wolf-Baseball-Arena complex, who is also going to host the Baseball European Championship in 2027. On day one of the preliminary round defending champion Spain beat Austria 12-3. The Netherlands prevailed 13-3 over Belgium. Italy shut out Israel 7-0. France took down Sweden by a score of 11-5. After a nice and short opening ceremony host Germany celebrated a successful opening game with a 15-0 win over Croatia. Great Britain closed out the first day with a 4-2 nail-biting victory over Czechia.

07/07/2024 1 Minute Read

Belgium qualifies for U-12 Baseball Euros in 2025

Belgium has won the B-Pool U-12 Baseball European Championship, which was held in Trnava, Slovakia this past week and qualified for the U-12 Baseball European Championship A-Pool in 2025.

07/07/2024 1 Minute Read

U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024 starts on Monday in Regensburg

The U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024 will be played from Monday, July 7 to Sunday, July 14 at the facilities of the Guggenberger Legionaere Regensburg at the wonderful Armin-Wolf-Baseball-Arena. The best 12 junior baseball national teams in European baseball will compete for the gold medal. Spain is entering the tournament as the defending champion.

06/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Germany wins U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024

Germany has won the U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024. They defeated the Netherlands 5-0 in the Gold Medal Game on Saturday evening in Paderborn, Germany. Its the fourth title for Germany in that age category after 2016, 2022 and 2023. Both teams qualified for the WBSC U-12 Baseball World Cup 2025 by reaching the final. Earlier in the day Czechia shut out Italy in the game for third place. In the relegation round France and Ukraine celebrated wins on Saturday, as France finished fifth, Austria sixth, Ukraine seventh and Lithuania in eighth place.

06/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Future Baseball Talents: Key Players in Group B of the U-18 EuroBaseball

The future of European baseball will be on display from July 8-14 as 12 nations from across the continent converge on Regensburg, Germany for the U18 Baseball European Championship 2024.

05/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Germany, Netherlands reach Gold Medal Game at U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024

Germany and the Netherlands will play in the final of the U-12 Baseball European Championship in Paderborn, Germany. By reaching the Gold Medal Game both teams also qualified for the WBSC U-12 Baseball World Cup in 2025. The Netherlands defeated Czechia 3-0 in the semi-final in the afternoon. In the second semi-final on Friday evening Germany had a brilliant start into their match, shutting out Italy 10-0. The Gold Medal Game will take place on Saturday at 18:00. In the relegation round Austria beat Ukraine 12-2 and France Lithuania 15-0.

05/07/2024 3 Minute Read

Spotlight on the U-18 EuroBaseball Athletes: Group A Players to Watch

The future of European baseball will be on display from July 8-14 as 12 nations from across the continent converge on Regensburg, Germany for the U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024.

04/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Germany, Netherlands win First-Round Groups at U-12 Baseball Euros

Germany and the Netherlands have closed out the first round of the U-12 Baseball European Championship in Paderborn, Germany by winning their respective preliminary round groups. The Netherlands defeated Italy 5-1 to win Group B. Germany prevailed 5-4 in a thriller over Czechia in to claim first place in Group A. Italy and Czechia will join the Netherlands and Germany in the semi-finals on Friday. Meanwhile Austria picked up their first win in the tournament with a 17-3 victory over Lithuania, while France shut out Ukraine 13-0 for their first victory.

03/07/2024 2 Minute Read

U-12 Baseball Euros: Czechia, Germany, Italy and Netherlands through to Semi-Finals in Paderborn

The favorites have reached the semi-finals at the U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024 in Paderborn, Germany after two of the three first-round game days. On Wednesday the Netherlands beat Austria 12-2. Czechia defeated Ukraine 21-0, while Italy won with the same result against Lithuania. In the evening game Germany prevailed 5-2 over France.

02/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Favorites kick off U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024 with commanding wins

Defending champion Germany started off its campaign on home soil in Paderborn with a 16-3 victory over Ukraine on Tuesday evening. Czechia got things going with a 14-4 victory over France in the morning. In the afternoon the Netherlands celebrated a 26-0 shutout over Lithuania. Italy downed Austria 15-0.

30/06/2024 1 Minute Read

B-Pool U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024 starts on Wednesday in Trnava, Slovakia

While the U-12 Baseball European Championship takes place in Paderborn, Germany this week six teams are competing in the B-Pool in Trnava, Slovakia from July 3 to 7, 2024 hoping to earn a spot in next year’s A-Pool.

28/06/2024 1 Minute Read

U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024 in Paderborn takes place next week

For the first time in the history a U-12 Baseball European Championship will be held in Germany, when the Ahorn-Ballpark in Paderborn is hosting the top eight teams in that age category to compete for the Gold Medal from July 2 to 6, 2024.

27/06/2024 1 Minute Read

U-18 Baseball European Championship 2022 Games Now Available for Free Streaming on baseballeurope.tv

16 games from the 2022 U-18 Baseball European Championship are now available to stream for free on the WBSC Europe OTT platform, baseballeurope.tv, upon free registration.

26/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship 2027 awarded to Germany

WBSC Europe is pleased to announce that the Baseball European Championship 2027 will be held in Regensburg, Germany. The WBSC Europe Executive Board has accepted the bid from the German Baseball and Softball Federation, recognizing Regensburg as a premier location for this prestigious event.

24/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Win Free All-Access to Baseballeurope.tv for a Year!

WBSC Europe is excited to announce a giveaway organized by the OTT platform Baseballeurope.tv. This platform hosts all baseball, softball, and baseball5 content from WBSC Europe, providing fans with access to all streamed competitions.

21/06/2024 2 Minute Read

EBCA and ESCA announce cooperation to continue improving Coaching throughout the continent under the WBSC Europe umbrella

The European Baseball Coaches Association (EBCA) and the European Softball Coaches Association (ESCA) have joined forces, birthing the European Baseball and Softball Coaches Association (EBSCA) under the umbrella of WBSC Europe.

20/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Super Six Games Now Available for Free on the WBSC Europe OTT Platform

WBSC Europe announced that the Super Six Baseball and Softball games are now available to watch for free on the WBSC Europe OTT platform, baseballeurope.tv.

15/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Stockholm Baseball finishes in 1st Place in Baseball European Federation Cup Qualifier 2024 in Sweden

Stockholm Baseball won all four games this week to finish in first place of the Baseball European Federation Cup Qualifier to earn a Swedish spot in next year’s Federation Cup.

15/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Kranjski Lisjaki win Baseball European Federation Cup Qualifier 2024 in Slovenia

Kranjski Lisjaki dominated the final game on Saturday with a 15-0 shutout over Valerenga Baseball from Norway to earn a spot for Slovenia in next year’s Federation Cup.

12/06/2024 2 Minute Read

BECC: Successful evening for German clubs on Day 3

The German teams Guggenberger Legionaere Regensburg and VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe both celebrated wins on day three of the Baseball European Champions Cup 2024. Regensburg won 6-0 against Eagles Praha, while Heidenheim prevailed 7-2 over Draci Brno. Brno, Heidenheim and Regensburg sit atop of the standings with 2-1 records, while Praha is 0-3.

11/06/2024 1 Minute Read

BECC: Draci Brno travels to VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe to defend clean slate on day 3

Day three of the Baseball European Champions Cup takes place on Wednesday with the VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe (GER) take on the undefeated Draci Brno (CZE) at 19:00, while the Guggenberger Legionaere Regensburg (GER) travel to the Eagles Praha (CZE) at 18:30.

10/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Sweden Group of Baseball European Federation Cup Qualifier 2024 is starting on Tuesday

Stockholm, Sweden, prepares to host the Baseball European Federation Cup Qualifier from June 11 to June 15, 2024.

10/06/2024 2 Minute Read

24 teams at the U-10 Baseball Super Cup 2024

The U-10 Baseball Super Cup 2024 saw the German academy team, Future Stars, achieve a remarkable back-to-back victory. They defeated Hrosi Brno in the finals of the Coach-Pitch Tournament and excelled in the Masters skill disciplines, securing the overall winner's cup for the second consecutive year.

09/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Slovenia Group of Baseball European Federation Cup Qualifier 2024 is starting on Monday

Two Baseball European Federation Cup Qualifiers 2024 will be played this week. The first starts on Monday in Ljubljana, Slovenia, the second on Tuesday in Sweden.

09/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Tenerife Marlins win Baseball European Cup 2024 in Valencia, Spain

The Tenerife Marlins won the Baseball European Cup 2024, which was organized in Valencia, Spain with a dominating 11-1 victory over Olimpija Karlovac in the championship game on Sunday.

09/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Vindija Varazdin hosts and wins Baseball European Federation Cup 2024

Vindija Varazdin defeated Apollo Bratislava 7-5 in the final of the Baseball European Federation Cup 2024, which was held this week in Varazdin, Croatia. With the victory Vindija claims a spot for Croatia in next year’s Baseball European Cup.

08/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Day 5 Recap: Baseball European Cup 2024 in Valencia, Spain

The fifth day of the Baseball European Cup 2024 in Valencia featured three games, including two semifinals, determining the finalists and the teams competing for the bronze medal.

08/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Hoboken Pioneers win Baseball European Federation Cup 2024 in Zurich

The Hoboken Pioneers shut out the Rättvik Butchers 5-0 in the final of the Baseball European Federation Cup 2024 in Zurich, Switzerland to claim a spot for Belgium in next year’s Baseball European Cup.

07/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Day 4 Recap: Baseball European Cup 2024 in Valencia, Spain

Today, pivotal games were played that defined the next round and solidified the semifinalists in the Baseball European Cup 2024.

06/06/2024 2 Minute Read

Day 3 Recap: Baseball European Cup 2024 in Valencia, Spain

The third day of the Baseball European Cup 2024 in Valencia showcased three games.

05/06/2024 1 Minute Read

BECC: Draci wins in Extra-Innings, Regensburg rallies late

Day two of the Baseball European Champions Cup 2024 saw two exciting games on Wednesday, June 5 with Draci Brno edging the VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe 5-4 after ten innings, while the Guggenberger Legionaere rallied in the seventh inning for a 2-1 win over Eagles Praha.

05/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Day 2 Recap: Baseball European Cup 2024 in Valencia, Spain

The second day of the Baseball European Cup 2024 in Valencia featured three games as the tournament progressed.

05/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Federation Cup 2024 in Vindija, Croatia is commencing on Thursday

While the first group of the Baseball European Federation Cup 2024 in Zurich is underway since Monday, the second group commences on Thursday in Vindija, Croatia.

04/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Day 1 Recap: Baseball European Cup 2024 in Valencia, Spain

The Baseball European Cup 2024 commenced on June 4 at the Astros Valencia ballpark in Valencia, Spain. This second-tier tournament below the Baseball European Champions Cup features eight teams divided into two groups.

04/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Second day of Baseball European Champions Cup coming up with undefeated teams meeting

Draci Brno (CZE) is hosting VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe (GER) in a meeting of first-week winners on Wednesday, June 5, while the Guggenberger Legionaere Regensburg (GER) take on the Eagles Praha (CZE) in their first home game of the season.

03/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Cup 2024 starts on Tuesday in Valencia

Eight teams compete in two groups for the crown in the Baseball European Cup 2024, split into groups A and B from June 4 to 9, 2024.

02/06/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Federation Cup 2024 in Zurich starts on Monday

Five teams – host Zurich Barracudas, Hoboken Pioneers, London Mets, Mariners and Rättviks BSK – will compete in the Zurich, Switzerland group from June 3 to 8 for a ticket to move up to the European Cup.

31/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Tickets Now Available for the U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024

The Local Organising Committee announced that tickets for the U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024, taking place from July 8 to July 14 in Regensburg, are now available for purchase.

30/05/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe Development Commission Initiates Database Project for Coaches

The WBSC Europe Development Commission has launched a project to establish an extensive database of coach contact information from all national federations involved with WBSC Europe.

28/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Merchandise for the U-12 Baseball European Championship Now Available for Pre-order

The countdown to the U-12 Baseball European Championship is on, and fans can now get their hands on the event merchandise. The Local Organising Committee has announced that a collection of textiles and other items is available for pre-order.

24/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Germany wins twice in Exhibition Series against France

Germany and France met in Saarlouis, Germany on Pentecost weekend in a friendly encounter with the hosts winning 4-2 and 8-1.

21/05/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe announces streaming partnership with Joymo

Joymo has secured a long-term partnership with the World Baseball Softball Confederation Europe (WBSC Europe) as the exclusive provider of its owned and operated over-the-top (OTT) streaming services.

20/05/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe President Kruno Karin Addresses Financial Stability and Future Plans in Latest Report

The President of WBSC Europe Kruno Karin has sent a report to National Federations, addressing key issues and developments from the recent months.

20/05/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe Baseball Technical Delegates Convene in Bratislava for Crucial Meeting

The long-anticipated meeting of the WBSC Europe baseball technical delegates took place in Bratislava, Slovakia, gathering a total of fourteen participants.

15/05/2024 2 Minute Read

BECC: Heidenheim and Brno prevail on Opening Night

The VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe defeated the Eagles Praha 13-0 in the opening game of the Baseball European Champions Cup 2024 on Wednesday evening, while Draci Brno edged out Guggenberger Legionaere Regensburg 2-0.

15/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Play Ball! The Baseball European Champions Cup 2024 Kicks Off on May 15

The 2024 Baseball European Champions Cup kicks off on May 15 with a new format, transitioning from a one-week tournament to a league spanning four months. This change was made to enhance fan engagement and involve all stakeholders more deeply, as requested by the leading WBSC Europe Federation Members.

14/05/2024 2 Minute Read

Official Rosters Announced for the Baseball European Champions Cup

In a shift from the traditional tournament format, the Baseball European Champions Cup is set to debut as a pilot league in 2024. The four participating teams VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe, Draci Brno, Eagles Praha, and Guggenberger Legionaere Regensburg have now finalized their rosters for this competition.

12/05/2024 2 Minute Read

Playing for the title of European club champion: the Teams of the Baseball European Champions Cup 2024

On May 15 the Baseball European Champions Cup starts into his next chapter in its long history, transforming from a tournament format to a league format. WBSC Europe is previewing the four participating teams VOITH Heidenheim Heidekoepfe, Draci Brno, Eagles Praha and Guggenberger Legionaere Regensburg.

10/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Happy World Baseball Softball Day!

May 10th marks a special occasion for the global baseball and softball community as it celebrates World Baseball Softball Day, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC).

09/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship B Pool Schedules Announced

The schedules for the Baseball European Championship B Pool have been released, detailing the lineup of games set to take place as teams vie for qualification to the Baseball European Championship 2025.

07/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Join WBSC Europe as a Streaming Manager

WBSC Europe is seeking a motivated and experienced Streaming Manager to join the team. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of baseball and softball streaming in Europe.

07/05/2024 1 Minute Read

U-23 Baseball European Championship Pool B 2024: Schedule announced

The U-23 Baseball European Championship Pool B 2024 features ten national teams competing for a chance to qualify for the next U-23 Baseball European Championship in 2025.

06/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Sisak, Croatia, Prepares to Host U-15 Baseball European Championship B Pool

Sisak, Croatia, is gearing up to host the U-15 Baseball European Championship B Pool, showcasing its commitment to fostering the growth of baseball in the area.

04/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Fourth Edition of the Euro Baseball Winter League Announced

Following the success of the third edition, WBSC Europe is pleased to announce the fourth edition of the Euro Baseball Winter League in collaboration with the Royal Spanish Baseball and Softball Federation and the Canary Islands Baseball and Softball Federation.

03/05/2024 1 Minute Read

U-15 Baseball European Championship B Pool Groups and Schedule Confirmed

WBSC Europe announced the schedules for the upcoming U-15 Baseball European Championship B Pool, with the official confirmation of the groups and schedule.

02/05/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the Baseball European Cup 2024

The local organising committee of the Baseball European Cup 2024, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

30/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Schedule announced for the U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024 B Pool in Trnava, Slovakia

WBSC Europe published the schedule for the U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024 B Pool, set to take place in Trnava, Slovakia, from 3 July to 7 July 2024. This tournament will feature 8 teams from across Europe, competing for a chance to qualify for the U-12 Baseball European Championship 2025.

29/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the Baseball Federation Cup Qualifier 2024 Group Slovenia

The local organising committee of the Baseball Federation Cup Qualifier 2024 Group Slovenia, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

26/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the Baseball European Championship B Pool 2024 Group Serbia

The local organising committee of the Baseball European Championship B Pool 2024 - Group Serbia, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

25/04/2024 1 Minute Read

U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024 Schedule Announced

The official schedule for the U-18 Baseball European Championship 2024 has been released, marking the countdown to the prestigious event. Hosted in Regensburg, Germany, the championship will be held at the Armin-Wolf-Arena, home of the Guggenberger Legionäre Regensburg, from July 8 to 14.

24/04/2024 1 Minute Read

PONY Palomino U-18 Baseball and Softball Tournaments Set to Kick Off in Stuttgart, Germany

The stage is set for the PONY Palomino U-18 Baseball and Softball tournaments, scheduled to take place in Stuttgart, Germany, from May 1 to May 5, 2024. These events serve as the European zone qualifiers, with teams vying for a chance to advance to the World Series.

22/04/2024 1 Minute Read

U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024 Schedule Unveiled

The schedule for the U-12 Baseball European Championship has been officially confirmed, with the event set to take place in Paderborn, Germany, from July 2nd to July 6th, 2024.

18/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Empowering Athletes: Introducing the WBSC Europe Athletes Committee

The WBSC Europe Executive Board, in collaboration with Jorge Balboa (Athletes Representative Baseball) and Martina Lackner-Keil (Athletes Representative Softball), is pleased to announce the formation of the WBSC Europe Athletes Committee.

17/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024

The local organising committee of the U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

17/04/2024 1 Minute Read

One Month to Go: Schedule Announced for the Baseball European Champions Cup

The Baseball European Champions Cup 2024 is set to start on May 15 featuring some of the continent's top baseball clubs. Scheduled to run from May through August, the league will culminate in the final on September 28.

15/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the Group Ireland of the Baseball European Championship Pool B 2024

The local organising committee of the Group Ireland of the Baseball European Championship Pool B 2024, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

09/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Germany and France Baseball Squads to Face off in WBSC Europe Sanctioned Exhibition Series

The Senior Baseball National Teams of Germany and France will clash in an exhibition series set to take place on May 18 and 19, 2024. The two-game series will take place in Saarlouis, Germany.

07/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the Group Croatia of the U-15 Baseball European Championship B Pool 2024

The local organising committee of the Group Croatia of the U-15 Baseball European Championship B Pool 2024, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

05/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the Group Lithuania of the U-15 Baseball European Championship B Pool 2024

The local organising committee of the Group Lithuania of the U-15 Baseball European Championship B Pool 2024, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

27/03/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe announces the launch of the Baseball European Champions Cup, alongside the restructuring of European club competitions

WBSC Europe launches the Baseball European Champions Cup and a new structure for the baseball club competitions in Europe. The top league, the Baseball European Champions Cup, will feature four top teams from the Czech Republic and Germany, competing for the Title of European Club Champion.

25/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the U-23 Baseball European Championship Qualifiers Group Switzerland

The local organising committee of the U-23 Baseball European Championship Qualifiers - Group Switzerland, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

23/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the U-23 Baseball European Championship Qualifiers Group Hungary

The local organising committee of the U-23 Baseball European Championship Qualifiers - Group Hungary, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

14/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Published the infopack for the Baseball Federation Cup 2024 – Group Switzerland

The local organising committee of the Baseball Federation Cup 2024 – Group Switzerland, in collaboration with WBSC Europe, made the event's infopack available for the teams and fans.

08/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Turkish Baseball & Softball Federation organizes Baseball Coaching Clinic and Development Seminar

The Turkish Rugby, Baseball & Softball Federation hosted the inaugural Level 3 Baseball Coaching Clinic and a Baseball Coaching Development Seminar. Both events have been partially funded in 2023 by WBSC Europe.

04/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Official Logo Revealed for the U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024

The official logo for the U-12 Baseball European Championship 2024 has been unveiled. The logo is now in its second edition after the debut in Valenciennes, France, in 2023.

02/03/2024 1 Minute Read

The Development Impact of DBV Convention 2024 on the Baseball and Softball German Community

The DBV Convention 2024, a pivotal event in the baseball and softball community, convened at the Sports University in Cologne, Germany, from January 26 to 28, 2024. Organized by the German Baseball and Softball Federation, this convention was made possible in part by funding from the WBSC Europe Development Fund 2023.

01/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Remembering Waldemar Szymanski: A Pioneer of Little League in Poland and Europe

Little League announced the passing of Waldemar Szymanski, a devoted volunteer and pioneer of Little League in Poland and the Europe-Africa Region.

28/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Dates announced for 2024 Little League Europe-Africa Region Tournaments

Little League® Baseball and Softball announced the dates and locations for the 2024 Little League Europe-Africa Region Tournaments, organised in partnership with WBSC Europe.

27/02/2024 1 Minute Read

The WBSC Europe Baseball Advanced Umpiring Clinic in Toulouse draws 78 participants and features 7 instructors

From February 15th to 18th, 2024, Toulouse, France, hosted the first-ever Baseball Advanced Umpiring Clinic organized by WBSC Europe. The event saw an impressive turnout of 78 participants from 19 countries eager to learn under the guidance of esteemed instructors from around the globe.

26/02/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe releases Baseball Official Approved Wooden Bat List for 2024-2026

WBSC Europe has unveiled the official list of approved one-piece wooden bats for the period from 23rd February 2024 to 31st December 2026, marked as Version 1.3.

25/02/2024 1 Minute Read

PONY League Europe 2024: Dates Announced for Qualifiers to the World Series

PONY Baseball and Softball, in partnership with WBSC Europe, is excited to announce the dates and locations for the European Zone Championships Tournaments in 2024.

22/02/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe releases the 2023 Progress Report

WBSC Europe unveiled its Progress Report for the 2023 season, an overview of the Confederation's activities. The report, which was presented during the WBSC Europe Congress 2024 in Malaga, Spain, is now available online for the entire baseball and softball community to access.

21/02/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe opens call for National Federation development funding requests

WBSC Europe announced the opportunity for National Federation Members to request financial support for various projects for 2024.

10/02/2024 1 Minute Read

The WBSC Europe Members elect Alkalay, Szczepanik, and Liarommatis to the Executive Board

The Seventh Congress of the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) Europe, held in Malaga, Spain, elected three key positions to the Executive Board. Youri Alkalay is the WBSC Europe Baseball5 Vice President, while Pawel Szczepanik and Konstantinos Liarommatis are two of the WBSC Europe Members at Large, respectively for Baseball and Softball.

10/02/2024 2 Minute Read

Cornelia Chwojka, Luis Ángel Melero Martín, Theourania Zavitsanou, Dionysis Chorafas and Stamos Mazarakis inducted to the WBSC Europe Hall of Fame

In 2024, the WBSC Europe Hall of Fame welcomed five baseball and softball icons: Cornelia "Conny" Chwojka (AUT), Luis Ángel Melero Martín (ESP), Theourania Zavitsanou (GRE), Dionysis Chorafas (GRE) and Stamos “Tom” Mazarakis (GRE).

09/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Baseball Commission presents Individual Awards for the 2023 season: Czechia named Baseball Federation of the Year

During the WBSC Europe Congress 2024, the WBSC Europe Baseball Commission assigned individual awards to the National Federation, Player, Coach, and Scorer of the Year.

07/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Learn about the Leadership Club at Congress: Fostering Equal Opportunity in WBSC Europe

The WBSC Europe Leadership Club emerges as a platform for fostering significant discussions and networking opportunities among its members. In its first meeting, the WBSC Europe Leadership Club will focus on how to develop equitable leadership for the future.

28/01/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe and Little League forge stronger bonds at the LL International Biannual Regional Meeting in Poland

This past weekend, Little League International organized its biannual Regional Meeting in Warsaw, Poland. In addition to the European Little League District Administrators, many of which are connected to the respective National Federations, WBSC Europe was represented at the meeting.

23/01/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe Baseball Umpiring Certification Clinic returns in 2024 to Ankara, Türkiye

WBSC Europe is organizing a Baseball Umpiring Certification Clinic in 2024.

20/01/2024 1 Minute Read

The U-10 Baseball Super Cup kicks off from May 31st to June 2nd

The Baseball Super Cup 2024 is coming back with its 13th edition, scheduled to take place in the town of Hluboká nad Vltavou, Czech Republic, from May 31st to June 2nd, 2024.

15/01/2024 3 Minute Read

The Italian Baseball and Softball Federation (FIBS) revealed its annual convention CON-X 2024 program

There are 97 workshops that make up the CON-X 2024 program, which focuses on youth promotion and development at the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention. Legendary basketball coach, commentator and trainer Dan Peterson will serve as guest of honor at the Palacongressi in Rimini on Saturday, January 27, 2024.

13/01/2024 1 Minute Read

Join the BaseballSoftballUK Coach Summit 2024

In the pursuit of elevating the standards of coaching within the British and European baseball and softball communities, BaseballSoftballUK presented the Coach Summit 2024, scheduled for Saturday, January 27 and 28.

11/01/2024 1 Minute Read

Overview of the candidates for the WBSC Europe Executive Board positions to be elected at the Congress 2024

As the WBSC Europe Congress 2024 approaches, the stage is set for an important democratic process that will shape the leadership of the organization.

08/01/2024 1 Minute Read

Information sheet and reservation guidelines available for the WBSC Europe Congress 2024

WBSC Europe has communicated to its Member Federations regarding the release of the Information Sheet for the upcoming WBSC Europe Congress 2024.

23/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Celebrating Achievements and Embracing the Future – A Letter from WBSC Europe President Kruno Karin

In an letter penned for the WBSC Europe Federations Members and the European baseball, softball and baseball community alike, President Kruno Karin reflects on the 2023 season.

21/12/2023 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe Little League Webinar: fostering collaboration for Youth Development of Baseball and Softball in Europe

On the 13th of December, the WBSC Europe Development Commission orchestrated a webinar centered on Little League, featuring the insights of Kristian Palvia, Little League Sweden District 1 District Administrator and WBSC Europe Board Member, alongside Petra Čizmić Pokrajac, WBSC Europe Chair of the Development Commission.

20/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Stockholm (SWE), Sisak (CRO) and Kutno (POL) to host events in the 2024 WBSC Europe baseball calendar

The WBSC Europe Executive Board has recently approved hosts for several events in the upcoming baseball calendar.

18/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Valencia, Spain, secures the Baseball European Cup 2024

The Baseball European Cup 2024 is set to unfold in the city of Valencia, Spain. The tournament was awarded to the Astros Baseball Club by the WBSC Europe Executive Board.

17/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Passes available for the 31st Edition of Honkbalweek Haarlem

The Honkbalweek Haarlem, a biennial international baseball tournament, is set to captivate European baseball enthusiasts during its upcoming 31st edition, scheduled to take place from July 12 to 19, 2024.

14/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Frontier League tryout comes to Rouen, France

The Rouen Baseball 76 will host a unique opportunity for baseball talents. On March 30 and 31, 2024, the Aigles de Trois-Rivières and the Capitales de Québec, two teams from the Frontier League in Canada, will conduct a joint tryout in Rouen, France.

05/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Over thirty new WBSC Europe Baseball Certified Umpires emerge from successful Baseball Umpire Clinics in Toulouse, France

The WBSC Europe Baseball Umpiring Committee organized two Baseball Umpire Clinics from November 16th to 19th, 2023, in Toulouse, France.

01/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Unveiling the 7th WBSC Europe Congress preliminary program

Benalmádena, Malaga, is set to host the 7th World Baseball Softball Confederation Europe Congress.

30/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Save the date for the Little League webinar hosted by WBSC Europe

A webinar on Little League hosted by the WBSC Europe Development Commission is scheduled for the 13th of December at 19:00 CET.

27/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Red Bulls secure back-to-back wins in Euro Baseball Winter League

At the Euro Baseball Winter League 2023, sixtytwo player divided into three teams - the Blue Lions, the Golden Stars, and the defending champions, the Red Bulls - competed and showcasted their skills throughout the week-long event.

20/11/2023 2 Minute Read

Play Ball for the Euro Baseball Winter League 2023: rosters revealed

The Euro Baseball Winter League 2023 has unveiled its rosters, featuring talented European players, including local standouts, distributed among the three competing teams: Blue Lions, Golden Stars, and Red Bulls.

19/11/2023 1 Minute Read

The entries for the 2024 Baseball European Competitions are now open

WBSC Europe opened the registration process for teams taking part in the 2024 Baseball European Championships and the Baseball European Cups.

17/11/2023 2 Minute Read

51 European prospects set to play at the Euro Baseball Winter League in Tenerife, Spain

The Euro Baseball Winter League is set to take Tenerife, Spain, by storm from November 18th to 26th, 2023. This event, organized by WBSC Europe in collaboration with the Royal Spanish Baseball and Softball Federation and the Canary Islands Baseball and Softball Federation, promises to grow some of the best prospects from the European continent.

17/11/2023 2 Minute Read

WBSC Europe Baseball Championships and Cups 2024-2027: host cities revealed

WBSC Europe is gearing up for the upcoming seasons. Following the call for bids, some of the allocation of events for the 2024-2025 events have been revealed.

15/11/2023 1 Minute Read

European Baseball Winter League 2023: meet Coach Eduardo Domínguez

Among the distinguished coaches leading the third European Baseball Winter League (EBWL) is Eduardo Domínguez Méndez.

13/11/2023 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe Baseball Umpiring Clinics set to start in Toulouse, France

The WBSC Europe Baseball Umpiring Committee organised two Clinics in Toulouse from November 16th to 19th, 2023. This initiative comprises two simultaneous clinics, namely the WBSC Europe Certification Clinic and the Baseball Umpiring Fundamentals’ Clinic, tailored for WBSC Europe umpires.

10/11/2023 1 Minute Read

European Baseball Winter League 2023: meet Coach Peter Caliendo

Peter Caliendo, a distinguished figure in global baseball, brings his renowned coaching prowess to the upcoming third European Baseball Winter League (EBWL) in Tenerife, Spain.

04/11/2023 1 Minute Read

EuroBaseball 2023 Highlights now available on WBSC Europe YouTube Channel

The highlights of the Baseball European Championship 2023 are now accessible for viewing on the official WBSC Europe YouTube Channel. Fans and enthusiasts alike can relive the excitement of all 48 games that unfolded during EuroBaseball.

03/11/2023 1 Minute Read

The 18th EBCA Convention 2023 hits Mulhouse, France

The 18th edition of the European Baseball Coaches Association (EBCA) Convention is set to bring together world-renowned speakers and baseball coaches from Europe.

23/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Call for Organizers: WBSC Europe opens Bids for Baseball, Softball, and Baseball5 events 2024-2027

WBSC Europe has officially announced the opening of bids for hosting a series of events spanning from 2024 to 2027.

22/10/2023 2 Minute Read

"Getting Better Together" at the EBSCA Training Camp 2023

From October 18th to 22nd, the Dutch town of Diessen transformed into a hub of baseball and softball excellence as the EBSCA Training Camp unfolded.

21/10/2023 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe Baseball Umpiring Committee launches monthly virtual meetings

Following the conclusion of the European Baseball season, the WBSC Europe Baseball Umpiring Committee announced the initiation of monthly Virtual Meetings for all WBSC Europe baseball umpires.

17/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Registration open for the WBSC Europe Baseball Advanced Umpiring Clinic held in February 2024

The WBSC Europe Baseball Umpiring Committee announces the Baseball Advanced Umpiring Clinic scheduled to take place from February 15th to 18th, 2024, in the city of Toulouse, France.

16/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball and Softball secure spots in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games: a triumph inspiring the new generations

At the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session held in Mumbai, India, baseball and softball have been officially reinstated into the sports programme for the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028.

08/10/2023 2 Minute Read

Italy wins the first-ever Blind Baseball European Championship

Italy wins the first-ever Blind Baseball European Championship, played in Bologna, Italy, on October 7 and 8, 2023, by topping the Netherlands, 6-0, in the Gold Medal Game.

07/10/2023 1 Minute Read

The inaugural Blind Baseball European Championship kicks off in Bologna, Italy

In the event marking a milestone in the discipline, the first-ever Blind Baseball European Championship commenced on October 7, 2023, in Bologna, Italy. The competition brought together five teams from across the European continent: France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, and Netherlands.

07/10/2023 1 Minute Read

The first WBSC Europe parasport discipline: what is Blind Baseball?

Blind baseball is a mixed-gender discipline, based on sound coming from the ball, introduced and developed in the 90s in Italy by Alfredo Meli, a former Italian Baseball League player and manager.

04/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Jorge Balboa elected as Baseball Male Athlete Representative in WBSC Europe Executive Board

Jorge Balboa has been elected as the Baseball Male Athlete Representative in the WBSC Europe Executive Board. Previously in 2022, Martina Lacker-Keil was appointed as Softball Female Athlete Representative.

03/10/2023 1 Minute Read

The finest players in Europe: individual awards of the Baseball European Championship 2023

The WBSC Europe Baseball Scoring Committee assigned the individual awards for EuroBaseball based on the first 40 games, battleground up to the semifinals.

01/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Spain is Baseball European Champion 2023

Spain defeated Great Britain 11-2 in the Gold Medal Game at the Baseball European Championship 2023 in Brno, Czechia on Sunday evening to become Baseball European Champion for the second time after 1955. For Great Britain its third silver medal after 1967 and 2007.

01/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Netherlands edges out Germany in Extra-Inning to capture Bronze Medal at Baseball European Championship

In a dramatic game for third place at the Baseball European Championship 2023 on Sunday afternoon at YD Stadium in Brno in front of almost 1,000 fans, the Netherlands prevailed 5-4 over Germany in dramatic fashion. Dashenko Ricardo ended the game with a walk-off two-run home run in the bottom of the tenth inning. For the Dutch team it’s the first bronze medal in tournament history. They have captured a medal at every Baseball European Championship they have participated in.

01/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship finals day: blog

The final day of the Baseball European Championship is taking place on October 1, 2023, in Brno, Czech Republic. The bronze medal game and the EuroBaseball championship game are scheduled for the day on the YD Stadium. Follow along on www.wbsceurope.org.

01/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Historic agreement paves the way for a Baseball European Champions League to be launched in 2024

In a historic move, four of the most prominent members of WBSC Europe— Czechia, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands — have forged a common agreement with WBSC Europe to introduce the Baseball European Champions League in 2024.

30/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Italy comes back in 8th inning to prevail over Croatia in Game for 9th Place

After surprisingly missing out on qualifying for the quarterfinals following the first round, Italy managed to clinch the best possible result in the relegation round with a ninth-place finish in the Baseball European Championship 2023. They avoided another surprise defeat by coming back in the eighth inning to prevail 6-5 over Croatia in the Saturday evening game in Blansko.

30/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Czechia clinches 5th Place in the Baseball European Championship after Win over Israel

Host Czechia clinched fifth place in the Baseball European Championship 2023 with a 5-1 win over Israel on Saturday evening at YD Stadium in Brno. Timely hitting and strong pitching laid the groundwork for Czechia’s victory in the game for fifth place in front of more than 1,500 enthusiastic fans in the ballpark.

30/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Greece secures Spot in 2025 Baseball European Championship with Win over Ukraine

Greece defeated Ukraine 8-4 in the afternoon game in Horis ballpark in Brno at the Baseball European Championship 2023. With the victory Greece is finishing in 13th place in the final standings and therefore secured a spot in the next edition. Ukraine meanwhile gets relegated together with Austria and Hungary.

30/09/2023 1 Minute Read

France shuts out Sweden 13-0 to pick up 7th place in the Baseball European Championship

France shut out Sweden 13-0 in the afternoon game at YD Stadium in Brno, home of Draci Brno, on Saturday to clinch seventh place in the final standings of the Baseball European Championship 2023.

30/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Belgium secures 11th place at Baseball European Championship with victory over Switzerland

Belgium is finishing in 11th place in the Baseball European Championship 2023 thanks to an 8-3 victory over Switzerland on Saturday afternoon in Blansko. Both teams already had secured their participation in the 2025 A-Pool thanks to their relegation round opening wins on Thursday.

30/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Austria finishes in 15th Place after 15-5 win over Hungary

Austria finished the Baseball European Championship in 15th place after defeating Hungary 15-5 on Saturday morning in Hrosi ballpark. Both teams were relegated from the A-Pool after losing the relegation round games on Saturday.

30/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship day 6: blog

Day six of the Baseball European Championship is taking place on September 30, 2023, in Brno and Blansko. Six games are scheduled for the day on the three venues in Czech Republic. Today's games will define the final ranking from the fifth to the sixteenth spot. Follow along on www.wbsceurope.org.

29/09/2023 2 Minute Read

EuroBaseball 2023: Israel, Czechia, Italy, Croatia, Ukraine, and Greece obtain victories on the fifth day

On day five of EuroBaseball, Israel, Sweden, France and Czechia played to define which team will advance to the fifth- and seventh-spot game. Austria and Hungary lost their spot for the Baseball European Championship and will have to qualify to play in the A-Pool in 2025.

29/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Spain celebrates dramatic Comeback against Netherlands to reach Gold Medal Game

Spain is joining Great Britain in the Gold Medal Game at the Baseball European Championship 2023 in Czechia. They defeated defending champion Netherlands 7-6 in the second semifinal on Friday evening in Blansko. Spain was trailing 1-6 through five innings, but managed to come back and get up in front in the top of the ninth inning to reach the final on Sunday in Brno. It is the first time the Netherlands are not reaching the final when they are participating in the competition.

29/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Great Britain comes back against Germany to reach Gold Medal Game at Baseball European Championship 2023

Great Britain reaches the Gold Medal Game at the Baseball European Championship in Czechia for the first time since 2007 in Barcelona. They overcame 1-2 and 2-3 deficits to beat Germany 8-4 in the first semifinal on Friday afternoon in Brno. They now will face the winner of the second semifinal between defending champion Netherlands and Spain on Sunday evening in the championship game. Germany, which reached the top four for the first time since 2016 will play in the Bronze Medal Game on Sunday afternoon.

29/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship day 5: blog

Day five of the Baseball European Championship is taking place on September 29, 2023, in Brno, Třebíč and Blansko. Eight games are scheduled for the day on the three venues in Czech Republic, including the two EuroBaseball semifinals. Follow along on www.wbsceurope.org.

28/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Relegation Round: Belgium, Croatia, Italy and Switzerland earn Spots in 2025 Euros

The relegation round for places 9 to 16 at the Baseball European Championship 2023 started on Thursday with the first four games. With their wins on Thursday Belgium, Croatia, Italy and Switzerland over Greece, Hungary, Ukraine and Austria they have secured their spots in the 2025 Baseball European Championship. Meanwhile Greece, Hungary, Ukraine and Austria will battle for the last spot in the next two days with the other three being relegated to the B-Pool.

28/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Netherlands score early in victory over Israel to reach Semifinals

The Netherlands cruised past Israel 12-2 in the quarterfinal on Thursday evening in Blansko at the Baseball European Championship 2023. The Dutch team scored six runs in the first to decide the outcome early and didn’t allow any comebacks from Israel. The defending champion now will take on Spain in the semifinal on Friday.

28/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Great Britain ends Medal Hopes for host Czechia at Baseball European Championship

Great Britain’s successful run at the Baseball European Championship 2023 continues. The British team defeated host Czechia 12-2 in the quarterfinals on Thursday evening in Brno to reach the semifinals against Germany on Friday. After Czechia took a quick 2-0 lead in the top of the third, GB came right back and then blew the score open with five runs in the fifth and four in the eighth.

28/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Germany rallies and walks off against France in Extra Innings to win Quarterfinal

Germany beat France 6-5 in the first quarterfinal in Blansko to reach the semifinals at the Baseball European Championship 2023. Germany rallied with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning to erase a 2-5 deficit and then won the game on a two-out walk-off RBI single from Yannic Walther. Germany now will face the winner of the quarterfinal between Great Britain and Czechia in the semifinals on Friday.

28/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Spain blows by Sweden to advance to Semifinals

Spain defeated Sweden 18-3 in the first quarterfinal in Brno on Thursday afternoon at the Baseball European Championship 2023 to advance to the semifinal. Team Espana scored in each of the five innings played to cruise past the Scandinavian surprise from the first round. Spain now will face the winner of the quarterfinal between the Netherlands and Israel on Friday.

28/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship day 4: blog

Day four of the Baseball European Championship is taking place on September 28, 2023, in Brno, Třebíč and Blansko. Eight games are scheduled for the day on the three venues in Czech Republic. Follow along on www.wbsceurope.org.

28/09/2023 1 Minute Read

EuroBaseball 2023: quarter finals preview

The results of the main groups gave interesting quarterfinal pairs. The top 8 teams from the initial round-robin qualified for the quarterfinals, and are ready to play the do-or-die games of the a single-elimination bracket stage.

26/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Spain, Great Britain, Netherlands and Germany Group Winners as First Round ends at Baseball European Championship 2023

The first round got concluded on Tuesday evening at the Baseball European Championship 2023. Spain, Great Britain, Netherlands and Germany remained undefeated after wins over host Czechia, Italy, Croatia and Switzerland.

26/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Day three at Baseball European Championship starts with Run Festivals

Israel, France and Sweden close out the first round at the Baseball European Championship in Czechia with their second tournament wins on Tuesday afternoon in high-scoring affairs against Belgium, Ukraine and Hungary. Meanwhile Greece prevailed over Austria for their first win.

26/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship day 3: blog

Day three of the Baseball European Championship is taking place on September 26, 2023, in Ostrava, Třebíč, Brno, and Prague. Eight games are scheduled for the day on the four venues in Czech Republic. Follow along on www.wbsceurope.org.

25/09/2023 3 Minute Read

Sweden upsets Italy as day two at the Baseball European Championship closes with the evening games

For the fourth time in tournament history Sweden pulled off a surprise victory over Italy on Monday evening in Trebic on day two of the Baseball European Championship 2023 in Czechia. Meanwhile France edged out Croatia in Brno, while Czechia earned their second win in the competition with a commanding victory over Greece in Ostrava.

25/09/2023 2 Minute Read

GB, Netherlands and Spain pick up second wins in morning games as Day two starts at Baseball European Championship

The morning games on Monday, the second day of the competition at the Baseball European Championship 2023 in Czechia, saw Great Britain, Netherlands and Spain collect their second victories in as many days. Switzerland meanwhile stunned Belgium to celebrate their first ever win in the A-Pool.

25/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship day 2: blog

Day two of the Baseball European Championship is taking place on September 25, 2023, in Ostrava, Třebíč, Brno, and Prague. Eight games are scheduled for the day on the four venues in Czech Republic. Follow along on www.wbsceurope.org.

24/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Full evening crowds cap Day one at Baseball European Championship 2023

Sellout crowds in Ostrava and Prague see Czechia and Germany celebrate opening day wins over Belgium and Austria in the Sunday evening games at the Baseball European Championship. Great Britain and defending champion Netherlands start off the tournament with shutouts over Sweden and France.

24/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Italy, Israel, Spain and Croatia open Baseball European Championship with lopsided wins

In the morning games on Sunday Italy, Israel, Spain and Croatia picked up commanding victories over Hungary, Switzerland, Greece and Ukraine, as the Baseball European Championship 2023 got underway in Czechia.

24/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship day 1: blog

Day one of the Baseball European Championship is taking place on September 25, 2023, in Ostrava, Třebíč, Brno, and Prague. Eight games are scheduled for the day on the four venues in Czech Republic. Follow along on www.wbsceurope.org.

23/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Road to Eurobaseball: it's a tie between Italy and Czechia

In the lead-up to the Baseball European Championship, Czechia and Italy engaged in a two-game series on September 21 and 22, 2023. With each team claiming victory, the stage has been set for the Championship ahead.

22/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Road to Eurobaseball: Spain takes the series against France at the Federación Navarra de Béisbol y Sófbol 75th Anniversary

In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Federación Navarra de Béisbol y Sófbol, the international baseball series between the national squads of Spain and France took place in Pamplona, Spain. The event, sanctioned by WBSC Europe, served as a prelude to the Baseball European Championship.

21/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship 2023 format: playing for the title of European Champions

The Baseball European Championship 2023 is set to kick off from September 24th to October 1st, 2023. The Eurobaseball will feature sixteen national teams battling for the title of European Champion in five cities across the Czech Republic: Ostrava, Třebíč, Brno, Prague, and Blansko.

21/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Road to Eurobaseball: Italy and Czechia to play in Brno

With the Baseball European Championship 2023 around the corner, Italy and Czechia will clash in a series of WBSC Europe sanctioned games. Set to unfold on September 21 and 22, these games will be played on the Brno diamond.

20/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Road to EuroBaseball: Rotterdam Baseball Weekend sets the stage for Czechia and the Netherlands

From September 15 to 17, 2023, the Neptunus Baseball Stadium in Rotterdam witnessed a series of friendly games between Czechia and the Netherlands as part of the Rotterdam Baseball Weekend. Both teams were gearing up for the upcoming Baseball European Championship 2023.

19/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball European Championship 2023: watch all games on www.baseballeurope.tv

The Baseball European Championship 2023 is set to be a thrilling event, running from September 24th to October 1st. www.baseballeurope.tv will offer the live-stream of all games on a platform powered by Staylive, the newest media partner of WBSC Europe.

18/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Preview Pool D at Baseball European Championship 2023: Belgium, Germany, Israel and Switzerland

Pool D at the Baseball European Championship 2023 will play in Prague and features Belgium, Germany, Israel and Switzerland.

18/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Road to Eurobaseball: Italy, Croatia and Switzerland played the Italian Baseball Challenge

The Italian Baseball Challenge, a WBSC Europe-sanctioned event, recently took place in Italy. This event featured friendly games between the national teams of Croatia, Switzerland, and the host country, Italy.

17/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Preview Pool C at Baseball European Championship 2023: Croatia, France, Netherlands and Ukraine

Pool C at the Baseball European Championship 2023 will play in Brno and features Croatia, France, Netherlands and Ukraine.

17/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Heidenheim Heidekoepfe win German Baseball Championship 2023

The Heidenheim Heidekoepfe captured their seventh German Baseball Championship in team history by defeating the Untouchables Paderborn 3-1 in the best-of-five final series. In the decisive game fourth of the series Heidenheim beat Paderborn 3-1 behind 13 strikeouts and a complete game of finals MVP Jared Mortensen.

16/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Preview Pool B at Baseball European Championship 2023: Italy, Great Britain, Hungary and Sweden

Pool B at the Baseball European Championship 2023 will play in Třebíč and features Italy, Great Britain, Hungary and Sweden.

16/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Entries open for the WBSC Europe Baseball Umpire Clinics in Toulouse, France

WBSC Europe announced that registration is open for the two Baseball Umpire Clinics organised in Toulouse, France, from November 16th to 19th, 2023. Registration is open until October 15, 2023.

15/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Preview Pool A at Baseball European Championship 2023: Czechia, Spain, Austria and Greece

Pool A at the Baseball European Championship 2023 will play in Ostrava and features host Czechia, Spain, Austria and Greece.

15/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Road to Eurobaseball 2023: France and Spain to play in Pamplona

The Spanish and French National Teams will play a series of friendly games in Pamplona, Spain, to prepare for the Baseball European Championship.

14/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Road to Eurobaseball 2023: Czechia and the Netherlands to play the Rotterdam Baseball Weekend

Rotterdam is set to welcome the national teams of the Netherlands and the Czech Republic from September 15 to 17, in preparation for the Baseball European Championship 2023.

13/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Road to Eurobaseball 2023: Italy, Croatia, and Switzerland to play the Italian Baseball Challenge

Preparing for the Baseball European Championship 2023, Italy, Croatia, and Switzerland are gearing up for the event with a WBSC Europe-sanctioned triangular tournament known as the "Italian Baseball Challenge." The friendlies are scheduled in Prosecco and Ronchi dei Legionari, Italy, on September 16th and 17th.

12/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Eurobaseball 2023 hits five Czech cities: Ostrava, Třebíč, Brno, Prague, and Blansko

The Baseball European Championship 2023 will take place in four regions of the Czech Republic, featuring five cities as its hosts. Pool A will compete in Ostrava, while Pool B will battle it out in Třebíč. Brno will host Pool C, while Pool D will play their games in Prague.

08/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Save the date: baseball umpiring clinics held on November 16-19 in Toulouse, France

The WBSC Europe Baseball Umpiring Committee has organised two clinics: from November 16th to 19th, 2023, in the city of Toulouse, France, two Baseball Umpire Clinics are set to take place. These clinics aim to elevate the standard of baseball officiating across Europe.

04/09/2023 2 Minute Read

WBSC Europe teams up with Staylive to stream all the games of the Baseball European Championship 2023

For the very first time, the entire Baseball European Championship to be Streamed Exclusively on the OTT Platform powered by Staylive.

04/09/2023 1 Minute Read

WBSC Europe updates its Baseball Bat approval program

The World Baseball Softball Confederation Europe has introduced an update to its baseball bat approval program for the seasons 2024-2026.

23/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Media accreditation now open for the Baseball European Championship 2023

All members of the media, both local and international, can now apply for accreditation for the Baseball European Championship 2023 using the official WBSC Europe Media Accreditation online platform at my.wbsc.org.

12/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Netherlands win U-23 Baseball European Championship 2023 in Wiener Neustadt

The Netherlands defeat Great Britain 23-5 in a wild Gold Medal Game at the U-23 Baseball European Championship on Saturday evening in Wiener Neustadt, Austria. Both teams already were qualified for the 2024 WBSC U23 Baseball World Cup by advancing to the final. France captured the bronze medal with a 5-0 shutout over Germany, which finished in fourth. Italy claimed fifth place after a 11-7 victory over Czechia on Saturday. Austria finished in seventh place after beating Belgium 6-2.

11/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Great Britain, Netherlands reach Final of U-23 Baseball European Championship after last-inning wins

The semi-finals at the U-23 Baseball European Championship in Wiener Neustadt, Austria were each decided after comebacks and in the seventh inning. The Netherlands celebrated a 6-5 walk-off win over France, while Great Britain beat Germany thanks to a run in the seventh inning also 6-5. With the semifinals wins, the Netherlands and Great Britain qualified for the next expected WBSC U-23 Baseball World Cup. In the relegation round Czechia prevailed 3-1 over Belgium, while Italy defeated Austria 11-2.

10/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Germany ousts Italy with lopsided win as semi-finals are set at U-23 Baseball European Championship

Germany defeated Italy 13-3 to win Group B at the U-23 Baseball European Championship in Wiener Neustadt in dramatic fashion through a three-way tie. France took advantage as well after an 8-0 shutout against Belgium to join Germany in the semi-finals. The Netherlands beat Great Britain 1-0 in walk-off style to win Group A, as both teams advance. Czechia earned their first win in the tournament in the evening game against Austria.

09/08/2023 2 Minute Read

France rallies against Germany on day two of U-23 Baseball European Championship

Defending champion Netherlands, Italy and Great Britain improved to 2-0 in the U-23 Baseball European Championship in Wiener Neustadt on Wednesday. The Dutch team edged out Czechia 2-1 in a nail-biting pitcher’s duel. Italy celebrated a lopsided 14-4 victory over Belgium. Great Britain beat host Austria 10-4 in the evening game. Meanwhile France started off the day in morning with six late runs in an 8-3 win over Germany, as both teams are 1-1 after two days of first-round play.

08/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Great Britain upsets Czechia on Day one of U-23 Baseball European Championship 2023

Great Britain defeated Czechia 8-3 in the only surprise on day one of the U-23 Baseball European Championship in Wiener Neustadt and Schwechat, Austria. In the second Group A matchup the Netherlands prevailed 8-1 over host Austria on Tuesday. In Group B Italy shut out France 7-0, while Germany downed Belgium 5-1.

06/08/2023 1 Minute Read

U-23 Baseball European Championship takes place in Wiener Neustadt, Austria this week

From Tuesday, August 8 to Saturday, August 12 eight teams – Austria, Belgium, Czechia, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy and Netherlands – will compete for the U-23 Baseball European Championship in Wiener Neustadt, Austria.

30/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Croatia wins U-18 Baseball European Championship Qualifier 2023 in Ireland

Croatia beat Poland 5-2 in the final game of the U-18 Baseball European Championship Qualifier in Ashbourne, Ireland and will join Sweden to advance to the U-18 Baseball European Championship in 2024.