Credit: USA Softball ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON www.si.com/onsi/softball After day two of the World Games 2025 Women’s Softball competition in Chengdu, China, three of the four semifinalists were confirmed. The U.S. stayed undefeated with a run-rule victory over the Netherlands to clinch Group A. Canada and Japan snagged wins over Australia and Puerto Rico to earn spots in Group B. Here’s a recap of all the day two action. USA 8, Netherlands 1 Megan Faraimo was the star of the

Credit: USA Softball ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON www.si.com/onsi/softball The World Games 2025 Women’s Softball competition kicked off on Wednesday in Chengdu, China, at the Xindu Better City Softball Arena with four incredible matchups. Leading Group A, defending champions, the USA, and the Netherlands, opened with victories over the hosts, Chinese Taipei and China, while Canada and No.1 Japan grabbed wins against Puerto Rico and Australia in Group B. Here’s a breakdown of eac

Credit: Mercer Athletics ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON www.si.com/onsi/softball It’s been over two months since Mercer University named Chris Kuhlmeyer the ninth head coach of the softball program, and now he’s ready to make additions to his coaching staff. Veteran coach Morgan Edmondson and outfielder Taylor Bachmeyer will join the staff while Florida State standout Kalei Harding is snagging a full-time position after she served as a graduate manager for the Bears during the 20