26/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad meets in Piacenza on May 1, 2024

Team Italy U18 manager Guglielmo Trinci has summoned 30 players for a workout in Piacenza on May 1, 2024

19/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U15 Baseball World Cup Group A in Barranquilla, Colombia from August 16-25, 2024

The Azzurrini are placed in Group A with host Colombia, Japan, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and Guam in the 20th edition of the U15 Baseball World Cup

16/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball squad reunites in Florence on May 1, 2024

Team Italy U15 baseball manager Giuseppe Mazzanti has summoned 23 players to Florence for the squad's second workout on Wednesday, May 1, 2024

11/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Steel Sports works with Team Italy U12 Baseball Coaching Staff in Bologna, Anzio and Novara for first three of six Open Drafts

The first three Open Drafts for baseball players recommended by their respective clubs are scheduled in Bologna, Anzio and Novara. Steel Sports coaches will work with the Team Italy staff in identifying the best candidates for the national team in preparation for the U12 European Baseball Championship in Paderborn, Germany from July 2-6, 2024.

11/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball squad begins training in Padova on April 25, 2024

In preparation for the U15 Baseball World Cup in Colombia in August, the Azzurrini begin workouts in Padova on Thursday, April 25, 2024

11/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball workout in Verona on April 25, 2024

Team Italy U18 baseball manager Guglielmo Trinci has summoned 30 prospects to an intensive day of training in Verona on Thursday, April 25, 2024

08/04/2024 2 Minute Read

Club Italia LA28 makes baseball debut in Grosseto with two wins

Club Italia LA28 manager Gianguido Poma and his coaching staff worked diligently with 24 baseball players for five days of extensive physical and athletic tests before winning two exhibition games against local Serie A teams in Grosseto

02/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 manager Guglielmo Trinci feels upbeat after workout for 52 baseball prospects in Arezzo

With eyes on the U18 European Baseball in Regensberg, Germany in July, Azzurri manager Guglielmo Trinci along with coaches Gianmario Costa, Alessandro Fanfoni, Claudio Corradi and Gianluca Poli have called for additional workouts on April 25th in Verona and May 1st in Piacenza.

22/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Club Italia LA28 begins journey in Grosseto

The first gathering for young and promising baseball prospects aiming for the qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games will take place at Roberto Iannella Stadium in Grosseto from April 2-7, 2024

21/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U15 Baseball World Cup in Colombia from August 16-25, 2024

After a nine-year absence from the U15 Baseball World Cup competition. Team Italy returns to the global stage at the 2024 U15 Baseball World Cup in Barranquilla, Colombia.

14/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 Baseball5 squad begins season with workout in Aosta on March 28 & 29, 2024

Team Italy manager Maurizio Balla has summoned 22 prospects for a two-day workout in Aosta to prepare for the U18 Baseball5 European Championship, which will take place at the end of October in Clermont Ferrand, France.

13/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball prospects begin training in Arezzo

Team Italy U18 baseball manager Guglielmo Trinci will have the opportunity to see two different groups of players showcase in Arezzo on March 29 and 30, 2024

05/03/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy clashes with the Netherlands in Haarlem Week 2024 debut

National Baseball Hall of Famer and Team Italy Elite manager Mike Piazza will prepare his Azzurri players and Club Italia LA28 Olympic prospects for the 135th showdown in history between the Italians and the Dutch hosts during Haarlem Week 2024 at Pim Mulier Stadion

28/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in Haarlem Baseball Week from July 12-19, 2024

The Azzurri participate in the historic Dutch event for the seventh time with an eye towards the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

22/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U12 European Baseball Championship in Paderborn from July 2-6, 2024

Team Italy manager Stefano Burato along with coaches Alessandro Rosa Colombo, Simona Conti, Christian Tosini and Deborah Zanetti go for the gold in the U12 European Baseball Championship in Paderborn, Germany from July 2-6, 2024

21/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U18 European Baseball Championship in Regensburg from July 8-14, 2024

Under the guidance and leadership of new manager Guglielmo Trinci, Team Italy hopes to rebound and secure a medal in the 2024 U18 European Baseball Championship in Regensburg, Germany after a fourth-place finish in 2022.

17/02/2024 2 Minute Read

Young Italian baseball prospects are making progress at U.S. colleges

The Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) College Pipeline has already proven successful for several young Team Italy prospects at American colleges

05/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy reunion: Dominic Fletcher joins Nicky Lopez on the Chicago White Sox

Dominic Fletcher and Nicky Lopez, two of Team Italy’s best performing players in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, are reunited on the Chicago White Sox

30/01/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Baseball and Softball coaching staffs announced

At the recent CON-X 2024 in Rimini, the Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball Federal Council revealed the coaching staffs for the Team Italy Baseball and Softball programs

18/01/2024 1 Minute Read

San Diego Padres and Team Italy catcher Brett Sullivan holds clinic in Collecchio after CON-X 2024

Brett Sullivan will work with both catchers and their coaches at the Giannino Zinelli complex, home of Collecchio Baseball Softball, on Monday afternoon, January 29, 2024.

10/01/2024 3 Minute Read

CON-X 2024 presents a trio of MLB speakers

2023 WBC Team Italy and San Diego Padres catcher Brett Sullivan, renowned pitching coach Felice Phil Cundari and Toronto Blue Jays Advance Scout Anthony Lucchese are among the special guests appearing at CON-X-2024, the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention.

24/12/2023 2 Minute Read

FIBS President Andrea Marcon sends best wishes to Team Italy Baseball and Softball supporters

Sport culture and training continue to serve as essential tools in facing the great challenges that await baseball and softball on and off the diamond. The new Social Responsibility section of the FIBS website has launched.

19/12/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy ranked 14th in WBSC/KONAMI Men's Baseball World Ranking

Japan. Mexico and USA top the WBSC/KONAMI Men's Baseball World Ranking, while Kingdom of the Netherlands ranks seventh and Team Italy ranks 14th

15/12/2023 4 Minute Read

FIBS Pipeline and Barry Butera grant Mathieu Silva's wish to play baseball and study in the USA

After representing Team Italy in the 2021 U12 Baseball World Cup and the 2022 U12 European Baseball Championship, Mathieu Silva left Bollate for an extraordinary experience at Barry Butera's Lake Castle School in Madisonville (New Orleans), Louisiana.

22/11/2023 1 Minute Read

“Mission: Classic” documentary available for viewing on YouTube

The complete documentary that tells the story of Team Italy's adventure at the 2023 World Baseball Classic is now streaming on the Italian American Baseball Foundation YouTube Channel

22/11/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy Baseball Elite, LA28 Olympic Prospect and U18 squads undergo physical tests in Rome on December 10, 2023

Physical tests for the Senior Elite, Olympic Prospect and U18 national baseball teams will be held on Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 10 am to 6 pm at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome

17/11/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball tryouts in Casteldebole and Collecchio

22 prospects in Casteldebole and 24 prospects in Collecchio will participate in Team Italy U15 baseball tryouts on Sunday, November 26th in Casteldebole and on Sunday, December 3rd in Collecchio

17/11/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball tryouts in Macerata and Collecchio

Two tryouts at different locations will attract 85 prospective Azzurrini players

11/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy places sixth in Baseball5 European Championship

Having defeated Spain in the best-of-three series (6-3, 7-8 and 1-0) before losing two of three matches against the Netherlands (5-4, 2-8, 11-5) the day prior, Team Italy was beaten twice (7-1 and 16-0) by France on the final day of Baseball5 European Championship in Lithuania to register a sixth-place finish in the international competition.

08/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy qualifies for the Baseball5 Euro Championship Super Round

On day two of the Baseball5 European Championship in Druskininkai, Lithuania, Team Italy defeated Modova (5-2, 4-3) before losing to host powerhouse Lithuania (11-1, 11-2), but returned with conviction to beat the Czech Republic (3-1, 1-0) in order to guarantee a Super Round berth. The Italians conclude Group B Qualification Round action with a best-of-three game series against Belgium on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 3:15 pm (local time).

07/11/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins Baseball5 European Championship debut with victory over Estonia

After losing 6-5 in the first match of the best-of-three games against Estonia on day one of the Baseball5 European Championship in Druskininkai, Lithuania, Team Italy rebounded with 17-3 and 6-0 victories to win the set against the Estonians on November 7, 2023.

01/11/2023 2 Minute Read

“Mission: Classic”, Team Italy movie will premiere in Milan on November 8th

The full-length Mission Classic Italia Baseball film will debut at the 40th annual Milan International FICTS Fest. The Federation of International Cinema Television Sportifs is recognized by the International Olympic Committee for promoting the values of sport through footage. The screening on November 8 at 6.30 p.m. at the Testori Auditorium will feature an introduction by Italian coach Michele Gerali. Registration is required, but it's free to attend while seats last.

24/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Elite Baseball5 roster announced for Euro Championship

Team Italy Baseball5 manager Maurizio Balla has chosen four men and four women for the European Championship in Druskininkai, Lithuania from November 7-11, 2023. Prior to departure, the eight players along with four reserves will meet for a final workout in Cambiano on November 1, 2023.

18/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy's quest to reach WBC quarterfinals captured in MIssion Classic docuseries

The third and final part of the Mission Classic Docuseries produced by the Italian American Baseball Foundation (IABF) and Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) is now available for viewing on the IABF YouTube Channel. Part III takes you through Team Italy's World Baseball Classic journey from battling in the first round in Taipei to advancing to the quarterfinals against Japan.

16/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Baseball and softball return to Olympics in 2028

The International Olympic Committee in Mumbai voted today to include baseball, softball, lacrosse, squash, cricket and flag football in the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles

15/10/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy WBC bench coach Blake Butera named Rays’ senior director of player development

The Tampa Bay Rays recently announced the promotion of the Azzurri 2023 World Baseball Classic bench coach Blake Butera to senior director of player development after just one season as their assistant field coordinator. He will be in charge of the entire system of analysis and growth of the Rays' prospects in the lead player development role.

11/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad wins tourney in Regensburg

Team Italy U18 manager Gianguido Poma led the Azzurri to victories over the Regensburg Academy, Bayern Munich and the Friuli Venezia Giulia Academy to win the German-hosted baseball tournament in Regensburg from October 6-8. 2023

05/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Rob Fumagalli hosts CON-X Athletic Trainers Workshop in Rome on October 28, 2023

Cincinnati Reds Director of Major League Strength and Conditioning Rob Fumagalli, who served as trainer for Team Italy in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, offers a free all-day CON-X Physical Preparatory Course at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Acquacetosa (Rome) on Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 10:30 am to 6 pm. Advance registration is required.

03/10/2023 2 Minute Read

FIBS President believes Team Italy elite baseball will bounce back by thinking outside the box

Following Team Italy’s disappointing ninth place finish in the 2023 European Baseball Championship, Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) President Andrea Marcon shared his thoughts on how the Azzurri will rebound by adopting a new approach and a positive mindset

30/09/2023 4 Minute Read

Team Italy places ninth in Euro Baseball Championship after 6-5 win over Croatia

The Azzurri came from behind and scored five runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to win its final Euro Baseball Championship game against Croatia by a score of 6-5 at Blansko’s Strawberry Field in the Czech Republic on Saturday, September 30, 2023. The Italians ended the international tournament with a 4-2 record.

29/09/2023 3 Minute Read

Back-to-back wins for Team Italy in Euro Baseball Championship Placement Round

The Azzurri won its second Euro Baseball Championship 9-16 Placement Round game over Switzerland 12-3 at Třebíč Nuclears ballpark in the Czech Republic on Friday, September 29, 2023. The Italians travel to Blansko’s Strawberry Field tomorrow for a 6:30 pm (local time) contest against the winner of the Croatia and Belgium game to determine the Euros 9th and 10th place finishers.

28/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy rebounds with 15-0 mercy-rule win over Ukraine in Euro Baseball Championship Placement Round

The Azzurri won its first Euro Baseball Championship 9-16 Placement Round game via mercy rule in a six-inning 15-0 shutout over Ukraine at Třebíč Nuclears ballpark in the Czech Republic on Thursday, September 28, 2023. The Italians return tomorrow for a 12 noon (local time) contest against Switzerland.

27/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Mike Piazza believes building baseball culture in Italy will grow the game and breed success

After being excluded from the European Baseball Championship Quarterfinals as a result of two consecutive losses, Azzurri manager Mike Piazza admits the blow is very hard to take but believes the solution lies within Italy in building baseball culture.

26/09/2023 4 Minute Read

Team Italy comes up short against Great Britain and misses out on Euro Baseball Championship Quarterfinals

Sweden and undefeated Great Britain advance to the 2023 Euro Baseball Championship Quarterfinals from Group B as a result of beating Team Italy in Třebíč, Czech Republic. Despite two home runs from Azzurri slugger Robel Garcia, Seattle Mariners top prospect Harry Ford hit two devastating blasts of his own to eliminate Team Italy’s chances for a medal with a 11-10 victory on Tuesday, September 26, 2023

25/09/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers 8-3 loss to Sweden in Euro Baseball Championship

35-year-old Swedish pitcher Per Sjors threw eight innings and allowed just five hits to Team Italy in the 8-3 upset over the Italians in Třebíč, Czech Republic on Monday, September 25, 2023. The Azzurri return for a must-win game against Great Britain on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 11:30 am (ET).

24/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins Euro Baseball Championship debut with 15-2 victory over Hungary

The Team Italy offense scored four runs in the first inning and eight runs in the fourth inning to keep Hungary out of the game early. The Azzurri collected 13 hits (including five doubles) to win their first game at the XXVII European Baseball Championship in Trebic, Czech Republic.

23/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Euro Baseball Championship begins for Team Italy

Azzurri manager Mike Piazza has selected 24 players, many of whom are from Italy's Serie A with some reinforcement from overseas, to battle in the European Baseball Championship in Czech Republic

22/09/2023 2 Minute Read

FIBS and Steel Sports partnership paves The Lasorda Way for Team Italy baseball and softball

Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball and Steel Sports have formed a strategic partnership to have the Steel Sports Coaching System, named The Lasorda Way, integrated into all levels of the Italian national baseball and softball programs

22/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Czechs edge Team Italy 5-3 in final Euro Baseball 2023 prep game

Host Czech Republic defeated Team Italy 5-3 at Draci Arena in Brno on Friday, September 22, 2023. The Azzurri make their European Baseball Championship debut against Hungary in Trebic on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 11 am (local time).

22/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad participates in Regensburg tournament from October 6-8, 2023

Team Italy U18 manager Gianguido Poma along with coaches Lucio Taschin and Ivano Licciardi have selected 20 prospective Euro Baseball Championship prospects to play games against the Regensburg Academy, the Friuli Venezia Giulia Academy and a Bavarian squad

21/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Czech Republic 7-1 in first Euro Baseball 2023 prep game in Brno

A family-friendly atmosphere and respectable crowd filled Draci Arena in Brno for the first of two European Baseball Championship Preparatory Games between host Czech Republic and Team Italy on Thursday, September 21, 2023. After a 7-1 win over the Czechs, the Italians return for a rematch on Friday, September 22, 2023 at 1 pm (local time).

21/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy and Czech Republic exhibition games livestream for free at www.baseballeurope.tv

The two European Baseball Championship Preparatory Games between Team Italy and Czech Republic on Thursday, September 21st and Friday, September 22nd are now available for viewing at www.BaseballEurope.tv, the official platform of the European Baseball Championship.

20/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy bench coach Gianguido Poma refuses to give away games during European Baseball Championship

"We want an Italy that gives nothing away,” declared Azzurri bench Gianguido Poma prior to departing for two European Baseball Championship Preparation Games in Brno against host Czech Republic on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 6:30 pm (local time) and Friday, September 22, 2023 at 1 pm (local time)

19/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy in the European Baseball Championship at www.baseballeurope.tv

The Senior European Baseball Championship takes place live and direct from the Czech Republic beginning September 24th and ending with the Euro medal games on October 1st. www.baseballeurope.tv offers the livestream of all games on a platform powered by Staylive, the newest media partner of WBSC Europe.

17/09/2023 2 Minute Read

Italian Baseball Challenge concludes with Team Italy 6-2 win over Croatia

After a 10-2 victory over Switzerland the day prior in the Italian Baseball Challenge, Team Italy defeated Croatia 6-2 in Ronchi dei Legionari on Sunday, September 17, 2023. The Italians travel to Brno for two exhibition games against Czech Republic prior to the start of the European Baseball Championship in the Czech Republic.

16/09/2023 2 Minute Read

The Azzurri start Italian Baseball Challenge with 10-2 win over Switzerland

Team Italy kicked off the Italian Baseball Challenge on the recently renovated Junior Alpina Trieste Prosecco diamond with a 10-2 victory over Switzerland on Saturday, September 16, 2023. The Italians return tomorrow for another game against Croatia in preparation for the European Baseball Championship in Czech Republic beginning September 24, 2023

06/09/2023 2 Minute Read

2023 European Baseball Championship adventure begins for Team Italy

27 Azzurri players have been selected to participate in the Italian Baseball Challenge tournament in Friuli Venezia Giulia prior to the start of the European Baseball Championship in the Czech Republic

16/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy remains in top 12 of WBSC baseball rankings

The WBSC Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) has released the latest world baseball rankings and has once again listed Team Italy in the top 12

12/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy places fifth in U23 European Baseball Championship after 11-7 extra-inning win over Czechs

After Team Italy beat Austria 11-2 in Wiener Neustadt, Austria on Friday, August 11, 2023 in the U23 European Baseball Championship Placement Round (5-8), the Italians traveled to nearby Schwechat and defeated Czech Republic 11-7 in eight innings after a walk-off grand slam by Samuele Gamberini to win fifth place on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

11/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy bounces back with 11-2 win over Austria in U23 European Baseball Championship

After suffering a 13-3 six-inning mercy-rule loss to Germany the day prior and as a result being relegated to the U23 European Baseball Championship Placement Round (5-8), Team Italy beat Austria 11-2 in Wiener Neustadt, Austria on Friday, August 11, 2023. The Italians travel to nearby Schwechat and play for fifth place against Czech Republic on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 10 am (local time).

10/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers mercy-rule loss to Germany in U23 European Baseball Championship

The Italians suffered a 13-3 six-inning mercy-rule loss to Germany in their final U23 European Baseball Championship Group B round-robin game in Wiener Neustadt, Austria on Thursday, August 10, 2023.

09/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Belgium via mercy rule in U23 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy won its second U23 European Baseball Championship game with a 14-4 five-inning mercy-rule victory over Belgium in Schwechat, Austria on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. The Italians return to nearby Wiener Neustadt for its final Group B round-robin game against Germany on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 2:30 pm (local time).

08/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U23 European Baseball Championship debut with 7-0 shutout over France

Team Italy defeated France 7-0 on day one of the U23 European Baseball Championship in Wiener Neustadt, Austria. The Italians travel to nearby Schwechat for a round-robin game against Belgium on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 4 pm (local time)

07/08/2023 1 Minute Read

European Baseball Championship 2023: hospitality packages for fans

The Czech Organizing Committee, together with a local travel agency has built special offers for the fans who will follow their teams in Trebic, Ostrava, Prague and Brno from September 24th to October 1st.

05/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Austria hosts U23 European Baseball Championship from August 8-12, 2023

The fourth edition of the U23 European Baseball Championship takes place at Ducks field in Wiener Neustad and at Bats field in Schwechat, Austria from August 8-12, 2023. Team Italy competes in Group B against France, Belgium and Germany. The two top teams advance to the semifinals on Friday, August 11, 2023.

05/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy roster revised again for U23 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy makes its U23 European Baseball Championship debut against France in Wiener Neustadt, Austria on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 10 am (local time). With the recent injuries to pitchers Diego Gergolet and Luca Capellano, Azzurri manager Alberto D'Auria has revised the U23 European Baseball Championship roster with the addition of utility player Juan Carlos Infante Jr. and pitcher Edoardo Zingarelli.

31/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy roster for U23 European Baseball Championship revised

Due to the injury of Simone Carnevale, Team Italy U23 baseball manager Alberto D'Auria has replaced the pitcher with Big Mat Bsc Grosseto right-hander Ion Doba. The Azzurri squad now prepares in Ronchi dei Legionari for the U23 European Baseball Championship in Wiener Neustadt and Schewechat, Austria from August 8-12, 2023.

22/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy qualifies for U15 Baseball World Cup after placing second in European Baseball Championship

Despite settling for a silver medal after losing to Kingdom of the Netherlands 14-4 in the five-inning mercy-rule U15 European Baseball Championship Final, Team Italy has punched its ticket to the U15 Baseball World Cup in 2024.

20/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy in U15 European Baseball Championship FInal on July 22, 2023 at 11 am (ET) on WBSC Europe YouTube Channel

Having beaten Czech Republic 10-7 on the final day of Group A round-robin action before defeating France 10-9 in the semifinals, Team Italy plays Kingdom of the Netherlands in the European Baseball Championship Gold Medal Game in Trnava, Slovakia on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 11 am (ET). Follow all the live action on the WBSC Europe YouTube Channel.

19/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy roster revealed for U23 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy manager Alberto D'Auria has selected 20 players and three reserves for the U23 European Baseball Championship in Wiener Neustadt, Austria from August 8-12, 2023

18/07/2023 3 Minute Read

Back-to-back wins for Team Italy in U15 European Baseball Championship guarantee semifinal berth

After a 7-6 victory over Germany and a 16-6 win against Hungary, Team Italy faces defending champion Czech Republic on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 7:30 am (ET) to determine the top-seed in U15 European Baseball Championship Group A in Trnava, Slovakia. The semifinals take place on Friday, July 21, 2023, and the Gold Medal Final is set for 11 am on the following day.

09/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U12 European Baseball Championship bronze medal after defeating Czech Republic 11-7

After suffering a 14-9 loss to Kingdom of the Netherlands in the U12 European Baseball Championship semifinal the day prior in Valenciennes, France, Team Italy bounced back with an 11-7 victory over Czech Republic to capture the bronze medal on Sunday, July 9, 2023. Germany defeated Kingdom of the Netherands 3-2 to repeat as Euro champion.

07/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Germany 22-10 and advances to U12 European Baseball Championship semifinals

After defeating Germany 22-10 in a five-inning mercy-rule game on the third day of the U12 European Baseball Championship in Valenciennes, France, Team Italy plays Kingdom of the Netherlands in the semifinals on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 9:30 am (ET)

06/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy crushes Great Britain 24-2 in U12 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy defeated Great Britain 24-2 in a three-inning mercy-rule game on day two of the U12 European Baseball Championship in Valenciennes, France

05/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats France 11-4 in U12 European Baseball Championship debut

Team Italy beat Euro host France 11-4 in Valenciennes on day one of the U12 European Baseball Championship on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.

04/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy makes U12 European Baseball Championship debut against France on July 5, 2023 at noon (ET)

The Azzurrini kick off the U12 European Baseball Championship against host France live and direct from Valenciennes on the WBSC Europe YouTube channel beginning at 12 noon on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. The international competition continues through Sunday, July 9, 2023.

04/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy roster revealed for U15 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy U15 manager Gianguido Poma has selected the first 18 players to play in the European Baseball Championship in Trnava, Slovakia from July 18-22, 2023

04/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U23 baseball squad holds workouts in Reggio Emilia before game against Parma Clima on July 12, 2023

With only one month left to prepare for the U23 European Baseball Championship in Vienna, Team Italy manager Alberto D'Auria puts his squad to the test in an exhibition game against Parma Clima at Nino Cavalli Stadium on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 8 pm

25/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U12 European Baseball Championship in France from July 5-9, 2023

The 16th edition of the U12 European Baseball Championship takes place in Valenciennes, France from July 5-9, 2023. Team Italy competes in Group A against France, Great Britain and Germany. The two top teams advance to the semifinals on Saturday, July 8, 2023.

21/06/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball squad prepares for Euros with training camp and exhibition games in Avigliana and Torino from June 29-July 3, 2023

Team Italy U12 baseball manager Stefano Burato has summoned 18 players for last minute preparations in Avigliana and Torino prior to departure for the U12 European Baseball Championship in Valenciennes, France from July 5-9, 2023.

16/06/2023 1 Minute Read

MLB brings together the best European talent prior to start of 2023 London Series

The European Development Tournament is an initiative promoted by Major League Baseball to bring together young European talent. It will be held in London, England from June 19-25, 2023. A total of ten Italian players have been invited to participate.

16/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball squad holds training camp in Rovigo from June 26-29, 2023

Team Italy U15 baseball manager Gianguido Poma has summoned 20 players for a four-day training camp in Rovigo from June 26-29, 2023 in preparation for the European Baseball Championship from July 18-22, 2023

09/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Bologna hosts Team Italy U23 baseball squad on June 19-20, 2023

Team Italy U23 baseball manager Alberto D'Auria has summoned 24 players for a two-day training camp in Bologna on June 19-20, 2023. The Azzurri will be put to the test on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 when an exhibition game against UnipolSai Bologna will take place at Gianni Falchi Stadium.

06/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Cupra Baseball ASD hosts Team Italy U12 baseball squad from June 13-15, 2023

Team Italy U12 baseball manager Stefano Burato has summoned 18 players for a series of exhibition games in Cupramontana in the Ancona province of Italy's central Marche from June 13-15, 2023 in preparation for the U12 European Baseball Championship in Valenciennes, France from July 5-9. 2023

29/05/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy pitcher Joe LaSorsa makes MLB debut for Tampa Bay Rays

Team Italy lefty reliever Joe LaSorsa got the call up to MLB pitching for the Tampa Bay Rays against the Chicago Cubs on Monday, May 29, 2023 at Wrigley Field, the same location on the North Side of Chicago where Azzurri manager Mike Piazza made his MLB debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers on September 1, 1992.

11/05/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball squad competes in Alpe Adria tourney from May 25-28, 2023

Team Italy U15 manager Gianguido Poma has selected 23 players to participate in the Alpe Adria baseball tournament in Staranzano from May 25-28. 2023

05/05/2023 2 Minute Read

Reggio Emilia hosts Team Italy U23 baseball training camp from May 18-22, 2023

Team Italy manager Alberto D'Auria has selected 24 players for the five-day training camp in Reggio Emilia

02/05/2023 1 Minute Read

Former Team Italy catcher Tyler LaTorre named GSAC Coach of the Year

Having helped Team Italy win the 2012 European Baseball Championship title and lead the Azzurri to the 2013 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, Tyler LaTorre is now continuing with his winning ways as the head coach at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California

02/05/2023 1 Minute Read

Arezzo hosts Team Italy U12 workout on May 14, 2023

Team Italy U12 manager Stefano Burato has selected 24 baseball prospects for an intensive day of training in Arezzo on Sunday, May 14, 2023

01/05/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy outfielder Dominic Fletcher doubles in first MLB at-bat for Arizona Diamondbacks

Dominic Fletcher ripped a double into the gap off veteran Colorado Rockies’ reliever Brad Hand in his first MLB at-bat for the Arizona Diamondbacks at Coors Field in Denver on Sunday, April 30, 2023

19/04/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy catcher Brett Sullivan makes MLB debut for San Diego Padres

Catching 2018 American League Cy Young Award Winner and MLB All-Star Blake Snell against the Atlanta Braves at Petco Park on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, Team Italy slugger Brett Sullivan made his MLB debut for the San Diego Padres in front of his family and friends after spending eight years in the minor leagues

19/04/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball prospects train in Sesto Fiorentino on May 1, 2023

The Azzurrini baseball squad assembles for a tryout in Sesto Fiorentino (Firenze)

14/04/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball squad trains in Modena from April 25-27, 2023

Team Italy U15 baseball manager Gianguido Poma has selected 36 players for three days of workouts in Modena from April 25-27, 2023

13/04/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy baseball climbs to Top 12 in WBSC rankings

As a result of Team Italy advancing to the 2023 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, the Italians moved up four positions to 12th place in the WBSC rankings. Team Italy softball remains steady and holds its WBSC 8th place ranking.

29/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball squad gathers for two workouts in Bologna

A total of 37 Team Italy U12 prospects will be broken up into two individual groups and practice on different days at the Casteldebole baseball diamond in Bologna on April 10 and 11, 2023

29/03/2023 1 Minute Read

Czech Republic hosts Senior European Baseball Championship from September 24-October 1, 2023

The 37th edition of the Euro Baseball Championship takes place in Prague, Brno, Ostrava, Trebic and Blansko. Team Italy begins Group B play in Trebic and competes against Hungary, Sweden and Great Britain. The two top teams advance to the quarterfinals in Brno.

23/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy-Japan quarterfinal breaks record in Japan as most watched game in WBC history

With 1.3 million viewers worldwide, the 2023 World Baseball Classic shattered attendance, ratings and merchandise records. The Japan-Italy quarterfinal was the most watched game in Japan in WBC history.

16/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy plays with heart in 9-3 loss to Japan in WBC quarterfinals

In front of a sold-out crowd at the Tokyo Dome, undefeated Japan won its fifth straight World Baseball Classic game in a row after defeating Team Italy 9-3 on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Japan now advances with Cuba to the WBC semifinals in Miami,

15/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Italy battles Japan in the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals on March 16, 2023 at 6 am (ET)

Team Italy faces undefeated Japan at the Tokyo Dome on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 6 am (ET). Azzuri manager Mike Piazza said, "It's a great honor for us to play here against this opponent, We'll do everything to bring home the victory."

13/03/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy's Mission Classic docuseries part two now on IABF YouTube Channel

“Mission Classic” docuseries part two chronicles Team Italy’s training camp in Scottsdale, Arizona prior to the start of the 2023 World Baseball Classic in Taichung, Taiwan

13/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy pitcher Chris Cooper has passed away

The 44-year-old Italian American pitcher, who led Team Italy to two European Baseball Championship titles, died of a heart attack. Azzurri coach and former teammate Jack Santora shed light on how important it was for Chris Cooper to represent Team Italy in international competition and in day-to-day life.

12/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Mike Piazza and Nicky Lopez speak after Team Italy's win over the Kingdom of the Netherlands

Azzurri manager Mike Piazza thanks the Team Italy players and staff, while Kansas City Royals infielder Nicky Lopez talks about the victory that has been sought after for months.

12/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy advances to WBC Tokyo quarterfinals after 7-1 win over Kingdom of the Netherlands

After suffering a 2-0 shutout to Panama the day prior at Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium, the Italians returned for a win-or-go home game under the lights against Kingdom of the Netherlands on Sunday, March 12, 2023 and punched their ticket to the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic in Tokyo after defeating the Dutch 7-1

11/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy loses second WBC game after 2-0 shutout to Panama

After suffering a 11-7 loss to host Chinese Taipei at Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium the night prior, Team Italy returned for a day game against Panama on Saturday afternoon, March 11, 2023 and lost its second World Baseball Classic Pool A game by a score of 2-0.

11/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy manager Mike Piazza speaks before WBC game against Panama

Prior to the first pitch of the Team Italy's must-win game against Panama in the 2023 World Baseball Classic in Taiwan, Azzurri manager Mike Piazza spoke at a Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium press conference

10/03/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers 11-7 loss to WBC Pool A host Chinese Taipei

After the 6-3 extra-inning victory over Cuba the night prior, Team Italy returned under the lights at a sold-out Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium in Taiwan and lost its first WBC game to host Chinese Taipei by a score of 11-7 on Friday, March 10, 2023

09/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Piazza, Harvey and Lopez speak after the win against Cuba

Some of the WBC's first game's stars talk about their feelings and the team's spirit

09/03/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy wins 2023 WBC debut with 6-3 extra-inning victory over Cuba

Making their WBC Pool A debut against Cuba at Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium in Taiwan on Thursday night, March 9, 2023, the Italians defeated Cuba 6-3 in 10 innings. Team Italy returns for a clash against host Chinese Taipei under the lights on Friday, March 9, 2023 at 6 am (EST).

09/03/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy's Mission Classic premieres on IABF YouTube Channel

Created by the Italian American Baseball Foundation and curated by Chris Vaccaro, Team Italy's Mission Classic episode one is now available for viewing on the IABF YouTube Channel

07/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy manager Mike Piazza joined by fellow Hall of Famers Bert Blyleven and Mariano Rivera at WBC Press Conference in Taichung

Team Italy manager Mike Piazza appeared with Kingdom of the Netherlands pitching coach Bert Blyleven and Panama supporter Mariano Rivera at the National Baseball Hall of Fame sponsored 2023 World Baseball Classic Press Conference at Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium on Tuesday, March 7, 2023

06/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy is prepared for battle against Cuba in the World Baseball Classic on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 6 am (ET)

Team Italy manager Mike Piazza has declared war against World Baseball Classic Pool A host Chinese Taipei, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Panana and Cuba with hopes of being one of two teams from the group advancing to the next WBC round at the Tokyo Skydome in Japan.

06/03/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U23 baseball squad holds training camp in Grosseto to prepare for Euros in Vienna

Team Italy U23 manager Alberto D'Auria has summoned 22 players for an intensive training camp from March 20-24, 2023 at Roberto Jannella Stadium in Grosseto. The Azzurri squad must prepare for the U23 European Baseball Championship from August 8-12, 2023 in Vienna, Austria.

06/03/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy wins WBC warm-up exhibition game against Uni Lions in Taiwan

Team Italy defeated the Uni Lions by a score of 10-1 in a WBC warm-up exhibition game at Douliu Stadium in Douliu, Taiwan on Monday, March 6, 2023. The Italians make their WBC Pool A debut against Cuba on Thursday, March 9th at 6 am (EST).

05/03/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy ties first WBC warm-up exhibition game in Douliu, Taiwan

Team Italy tied the Wei Chuan Dragons 3-3 in a seven-inning WBC warm-up exhibition game at Douliu Stadium in Douliu, Taiwan in front of 10,000 fans on Sunday afternoon, March 5, 2023. The Italians return to Douliu on Monday morning for an 11 am (local time) game against the Uni Lions.

04/03/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy experiences Taichung playing surface and Taiwanese hospitality prior to World Baseball Classic

Team Italy practiced at Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium during the afternoon and later was treated to a welcome reception and dinner at the Lin Hotel

01/03/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy travels to Taiwan for World Baseball Classic after successful Arizona camp

With less than a week before the start of the 2023 World Baseball Classic in Taichung, Team Italy has departed for Taiwan after a week-long camp in Scottsdale, Arizona

01/03/2023 4 Minute Read

Team Italy reunites Joe Biagini and Sam Gaviglio in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

Former Toronto Blue Jays pitchers Joe Biagini and Sam Gaviglio are together again playing for Team Italy in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

28/02/2023 8 Minute Read

Team Italy Pitchers in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

The Team Italy pitching arsenal is poised to make its presence felt in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

27/02/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy Catchers in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

Four seasoned professional catchers highlight a talented Team Italy roster primed for a big effort in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

23/02/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Outfielders in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

A young and talented trio of outfielders represent Team Italy in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

22/02/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy Infielders in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

Team Italy features a polished and experienced group of MLB infielders for the 2023 World Baseball Classic

21/02/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy holds Arizona training camp prior to 2023 World Baseball Classic

A mix of up-and-coming Italian prospects and members of the Team Italy roster for the 2023 World Baseball Classic will meet in Scottsdale, Arizona for Spring Training camp

09/02/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy roster revealed for 2023 World Baseball Classic

With less than a month to go for Team Italy before the start of 2023 World Baseball Classic Group A action in Taichung, Taiwan, Azzurri manager Mike Piazza leads a promising squad of players to success

12/01/2023 1 Minute Read

Two-time MiLB Manager of the Year Blake Butera to serve as Team Italy bench coach in World Baseball Classic

Having been named Carolina League Manager of the Year for two years in a row, Charleston RiverDogs manager Blake Butera will join Team Italy manager Mike Piazza as the Azzurri bench coach in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

06/01/2023 1 Minute Read

Chris Denorfia and Jack Santora join Team Italy coaching staff for World Baseball Classic

Former MLB player Chris Denorfia and former San Marino and Rimini favorite Jack Santora will serve as coaches for Team Italy under the leadership of manager Mike Piazza in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

02/01/2023 2 Minute Read

WBSC reveals updated baseball and softball world rankings

The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) has released the new world rankings for men's baseball as well as women's and men's softball based on 2019-2022 results

07/12/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy and Toronto Blue Jays reliever Jordan Romano wins Tip O'Neill Award as top Canadian player of 2022

Team Italy and Toronto Blue relief pitcher Jordan Romano was named the winner of the Tip O'Neill Award as Canadian baseball player of the year

03/12/2022 1 Minute Read

Dates and locations for Team Italy Elite, U23 and U15 baseball squads in Euros revealed

Prior to Czech Repulic holding the Elite European Baseball Championship in Prague, Brno, Ostrava, Trebic and Blansko from September 24-October 1, 2023, Austria welcomes the U23 Euros to Wiener Neustadt from August 8-12, 2023 and Slovakia hosts the U15 Euros in Bratislava and Trnava from July 18-22, 2023

02/12/2022 2 Minute Read

Reverberations of Team Italy's Mission Classic felt at Italian American Baseball Foundation Gala in New York

The Seventh Annual Italian American Baseball Foundation (IABF) Gala at Giando On the Water in Brooklyn on December 1, 2022 served as the stateside launching pad for MLB front office personnel, players, coaches, and media representatives to witness the take off of IABF Tommy Lasorda Award recipient and Team Italy manager Mike Piazza's Mission Classic in light of the upcoming 2023 World Baseball Classic

26/11/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy faces Great Britain, Sweden and Hungary in European Baseball Championship Group B

16 countries will battle in the 37th edition of the European Baseball Championship, which will be held on the diamonds of Prague, Brno, Ostrava, Trebic and Blansko in the Czech Republic from September 24-October 1, 2023

20/11/2022 4 Minute Read

FIBS College Pipeline helps Italian baseball and softball prospects reach new heights

FIBS President Andrea Marcon outlined how the FIBS College Pipeline affords the most promising young Italian athletes the opportunity to compete and study at American universities through the ongoing support of partners like the Italian American Baseball Foundation.

13/11/2022 1 Minute Read

Mission Classic highlighted by Team Italy Future Stars Game in Arezzo

With an enthusiastic crowd of Arezzo baseball supporters including 13 MLB-affiliated players committed to play for Team Italy in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, the Future Stars Game was a pitcher's duel between the Blue and White teams during the five-inning battle. In the end, the Team Italy Blue squad prevailed in the 1-0 shutout on Sunday, November 13, 2022.

09/11/2022 1 Minute Read

World Baseball Classic schedule for Team Italy in Taiwan unveiled

Under the guidance of Team Italy manager and National Baseball Hall of Famer Mike Piazza, the Azzurri will play its first game against Cuba at the 2023 World Baseball Classic on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 7 pm (EST) in Taichung, Taiwan

09/11/2022 2 Minute Read

Mission Classic begins for Team Italy baseball

With the imminent arrival of the 2023 World Baseball Classic in March, "Mission Classic" was officially launched inside Sala Giunta at CONI Palazzo H in Rome on Wednesday, November 9, 2022. Team Italy staff and 13 MLB-affiliated players were announced as part of the Azzurri baseball squad.

31/10/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy Future Stars Baseball Game showcases both new and familiar faces to Azzurri coaching staff

Accompanied by new and familiar faces on the Azzurri coaching staff, Team Italy elite manager Mike Piazza and Team Italy U23 manager Alberto D’Auria will oversee the Team Italy Future Stars Baseball Game on Sunday, November 13, 2022 at 10 am in Arezzo

17/10/2022 1 Minute Read

Chinese Taipei hosts Team Italy, the Netherlands, Cuba and Panama in WBC Pool A from March 8-12, 2023

National Baseball Hall of Famer and Team Italy manager Mike Piazza leads the Azzurri squad in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

13/10/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball try-outs in Sesto Fiorentino and Parma

Azzurrini manager Stefano Burato hosts Team Italy U12 baseball try-outs in Sesto Fiorentino on Saturday, October 22, 2022 and in Parma on Sunday, October 23, 2022

12/10/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U23 baseball squad undergoes physical and medical tests in Rome

The Team Italy U23 baseball squad will gather at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome on Saturday, November 5, 2022 for two days of physical and medical tests.

19/09/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy manager Francesco Aluffi shares his thoughts on the Juniors squad in the U18 Baseball World Cup

After USA defeated Chinese Taipei for the gold medal and Japan beat South Korea in the battle for the bronze in the 2022 Baseball World Cup, Team Italy manager Francesco Aluffi reflected on the Azzurri squad's 10th place finish in the international competition.

17/09/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy places 10th in U18 Baseball World Cup after 5-1 loss to Brazil

Team Italy finished ahead of Canada and South Africa in the U18 Baseball World Cup after suffering a 5-1 loss to Brazil at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida on Saturday, September 17, 2022.

16/09/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Canada 3-2 in U18 Baseball World Cup

Team Italy broke a 2-2 tie in the top of the seventh inning to defeat Canada by a score of 3 to 2 at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida on Friday, September 16, 2022.

15/09/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy gets first U18 Baseball World Cup win over South Africa 2-1

Team Italy defeated South Africa 2-1 in the U18 Baseball World Cup Placement Round (7-12) at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida on Thursday, September 15, 2022.

15/09/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy plays South Africa in the U18 Baseball World Cup on September 15, 2022 at 9 am (ET)

The Italians play for the next three days at 9 am (ET) to determine their final placement (7-12) in the U18 Baseball World Cup at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida. After the first contest against South Africa, Team Italy takes on Canada and Brazil respectively.

13/09/2022 3 Minute Read

Team Italy comes up short and loses 5-4 to Australia in U18 Baseball World Cup

Tied 2-2 at the end of the sixth inning, Australia scored three runs in the top of the seventh inning and eventually prevailed in the slim 5-4 U18 Baseball World Cup victory over Team Italy at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida on Tuesday, September 13, 2022.

12/09/2022 1 Minute Read

Panamanians one-hit Team Italy in U18 Baseball World Cup

Team Italy suffered a 10-0 shutout to Panama via mercy rule after five innings in the U18 Baseball World Cup at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida on Monday, September 12, 2022

11/09/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy loses to Mexico 12-7 in U18 Baseball World Cup

Team Italy lost to Mexico 12-7 on day three of the U18 Baseball World Cup at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida on Sunday, September 11, 2022.

10/09/2022 2 Minute Read

Defending champion Chinese Taipei edges Team Italy 2-1 in U18 Baseball World Cup

Defending the U18 Baseball World Cup throne, Chinese Taipei defeated Team Italy 2-1 at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida on Saturday, September 10, 2022.

09/09/2022 1 Minute Read

Japan tops Team Italy in U18 Baseball World Cup debut

Top-ranked Japan shut out Team Italy 6-0 on day one of the 13th edition of the U18 Baseball World Cup at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida on Friday, September 9, 2022.

08/09/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U23 baseball squad reunites in Anzio from September 27-October 2, 2022

The Team Italy U23 baseball squad prepares for its 2023 season with a six-day training camp in Anzio from September 27-October 2, 2022.

07/09/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy loses exhibition game prior to start of U18 Baseball World Cup in Florida

With an opening game against Japan around the corner, Team Italy suffered a 8-0 shutout to Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bradenton, Florida on Wednesday, September 7, 2022.

06/09/2022 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy leaves Canada with confidence for U18 Baseball World Cup in Florida

Team Italy won its fourth consecutive exhibition game in Canada after defeating Toronto Metropolitan University 10-4 on Saturday, September 3, 2022 and later departed for the U18 Baseball World Cup in Bradenton and Sarasota, Florida.

03/09/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad shuts out York University 10-0

In preparation for the upcoming U18 Baseball World Cup in Florida, Team Italy won its third straight exhibition game in Canada over York University by a score of 10 to 0 on Friday, September 2, 2022.

01/09/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad beats Universities of Toronto and Waterloo

While in Canada preparing for the upcoming U18 Baseball World Cup in Florida, Team Italy defeated the University of Toronto in the morning and the University of Waterloo in the afternoon on Thursday, September 1, 2022

28/08/2022 2 Minute Read

The U-18 Italian Baseball World Cup journey starts with an embrace in Toronto

A high-performance training program arranged with the support of Canadian friends and firms with Italian hearts

26/08/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball squad competes in Staranzano to prepare for 2023 season

Team Italy U12 manager Stefano Burato has summoned 17 players for a tournament in Staranzano from September 2-4, 2022 to get ready for the 2023 season

25/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy uses Between The Lines technology in Toronto to prepare for U18 Baseball World Cup

Innovative leader within the baseball, softball and golf industry, Between The Lines helps Team Italy players maximize their development and exposure to college coaches and professional organizations using cutting-edge data platforms

24/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 baseball squad gathers in Modena

Team Italy U15 manager Stefano Burato has summoned 31 players for a two-day workout at Giovanni Torri field in Modena beginning August 31, 2022

23/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy roster announced for U18 Baseball World Cup

Team Italy manager Francesco Aluffi has revealed the names of the 20 players selected to participate in the U18 Baseball World Cup in Bradenton and Sarasota, Florida from September 9-18, 2022

20/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy places fourth in U18 European Baseball Championship

Host Czech Republic beat Team Italy 4-1 to win the U18 European Baseball Championship bronze medal game in Brno on Saturday, August 20, 2022

19/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy in U18 Euro Baseball Championship Bronze Medal Game on August 20, 2022 at 8 am (ET)

After suffering a 3-2 loss to Spain in the U18 European Baseball Championship semifinals in Brno on Friday, August 19, 2022, Team Italy plays against host Czech Republic in the Bronze Medal Game on August 20, 2022 at 8 am (ET)

18/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats Belgium 11-2 and advances to U18 Euro Baseball Championship Semifinals

Team Italy advanced to the U18 European Baseball Championship semifinals after beating Belgium 11-2 at Sportovní areál Hroch in Brno on Thursday, August 18, 2022

16/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Germany 7-6 to stay alive in U18 European Baseball Championship

In a must-win game against previously undefeated Germany, Team Italy kept its chances of reaching the U18 European Baseball Championship semifinals alive with a come-from-behind 7-6 victory over the Germans at Arrows Park in Ostrava on Tuesday, August 16, 2022

15/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy shuts out Israel 9-0 in U18 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy bounced back from a 9-3 loss to host Czech Republic the day prior and shut out Israel 9-0 in the U18 European Baseball Championship at Arrows Park in Ostrava on Monday, August 15, 2022

14/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeated by Czech Republic 9-3 in U18 Euro Baseball Championship

The long ball haunted Team Italy in the game against Czech Republic in the U18 European Baseball Championship at Arrows Park in Ostrava on Sunday, August 14, 2022 as the Czechs hit a three-run blast in the first inning and two-run homers in the third and sixth innings to account for seven of their nine runs and defeat the Italians 9-3

13/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy shuts out Ireland 15-0 in U18 Euro Baseball Championship debut

Team Italy kicked off the U18 European Baseball Championship at Arrows Park in Ostrava, Czech Republic with a four-inning mercy-rule 15-0 shutout over Ireland on Saturday, August 13, 2022

12/08/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy makes U18 European Baseball Championship debut in Ostrava, Czech Republic on August 13, 2022

Team Italy manager Francesco Aluffi has his eyes on the U18 European Baseball Championship title after a silver medal finish in Macerata last year. Kingdom of the Netherlands defeated Team Italy 6-2 on July 11, 2021 to win the gold medal.

10/08/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins in Regensburg and travels to U18 Euro Baseball Championship in Czech Republic

After losses to Germany and the U23 Euro All-Stars, the Team Italy U18 baseball squad rebounded with a 5-4 victory over Kingdom of the Netherlands in the Gateway Tournament in Regensburg, Germany on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 and later departed for the European Baseball Championship in Ostrava, Czech Republic

07/08/2022 3 Minute Read

Team Italy players announced for U18 European Baseball Championship in Ostrava and Brno, Czech Republic from August 13-20, 2022

For the next six weeks, Team Italy U18 manager Francesco Aluffi leads his Azzurri baseball squad on an international journey touching down in Germany, Czech Republic, Canada and the USA

06/08/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy places 10th in U12 Baseball World Cup after loss to Japan

Team Italy suffered a four-inning mercy-rule 18-0 loss to seventh place Japan at the U12 Baseball World Cup in Tainan, Taiwan on Friday, August 5, 2022

04/08/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy loses tie-breaker to Czechs in U12 Baseball World Cup

Down 5-0 in the bottom of the fourth inning, Team Italy tied the game up 5-5 and later took a slim 6-5 lead in the bottom of the fifth inning. Czech Republic came back to tie the contest in the top of the sixth inning and go on to win the tie-breaker game by a score of 11 to 6.

02/08/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy schedule in U18 Baseball World Cup announced

Team Italy is placed in Group B with the U18 Baseball World Cup defending champion China Taipei. The Italians make their debut against Japan at Ed Smith Stadium, in Sarasota on Friday, September 9, 2022 at 3 pm (local time).

02/08/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy blanked by Chinese Taipei in U12 Baseball World Cup

Holding Chinese Taipei to one run going into the bottom of the third inning, Team Italy gave way to an offensive frenzy in the bottom of the third and fourth inning and fell victim to a four-inning mercy-rule 15-0 shutout at the U12 Baseball World Cup in Tainan, Taiwan on Tuesday, August 2, 2022

01/08/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy gives way to Mexico in U12 Baseball World Cup

Team Italy came up empty in a five-inning mercy-rule 14-0 shutout to Mexico at the U12 Baseball World Cup in Tainan, Taiwan on August 1, 2022

31/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy plays with heart in loss to Panama in U12 Baseball World Cup

After two scoreless innings and an excellent Team Italy starting pitcher debut for Sabrina Bottazi, Panama took control of the game and won the five-inning mercy-rule 10-0 shutout at the U12 Baseball World Cup in Tainan, Taiwan on Sunday, July 31, 2022

30/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy shuts out South Africa 15-0 in U12 Baseball World Cup

Team Italy shut out South Africa 15-0 in a four-inning mercy-rule rout at the U12 Baseball World Cup in Tainan, Taiwan on Saturday, July 30, 2022

29/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy forfeits U12 Baseball World Cup debut due to positive Covid-19 cases

Team Italy was unable to comply with Health & Safety Protocol Rules requiring 15 Covid-free players to compete in its first game of the U12 Baseball World Cup in Tainan, Taiwan. As a result, Venezuela was declared the winner by forfeit with the score of 6-0.

21/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 manager Francesco Aluffi releases names of 30 eligible players for European Baseball Championship

Team Italy U18 manager Francesco Aluffi has invited 30 baseball prospects to compete for a roster spot for the upcoming European Baseball Championship in Ostrava and Brno, Czech Republic from August 13-20, 2022

14/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy gains valuable experience at Haarlem Baseball Week 2022

Despite a sixth place finish at Haarlem Baseball Week and a 5-1 loss to Cuba on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at Pim Mulier Stadium in Haarlem, the Netherlands, Team Italy beat a strong Curacao squad and played competitively against USA and Japan during the international tourney

13/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy shuts out Cuba on Day 6 of the Haarlem Baseball Week

Team Italy shut out Cuba 2-0 at Pim Mulier Stadium in Haarlem, the Netherlands on Wednesday, July 13, 2022. It is the 2nd win over Cuba ever

12/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy plays with heart, loses to Japan at Haarlem Baseball Week

Team Italy starter Claudio Scotti held Japan scoreless for four innings, but the Italian bullpen surrendered nine runs to lose the game at Haarlem Baseball Week on Tuesday, July 12, 2022

11/07/2022 3 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Curacao 5-3 for first Haarlem Baseball Week victory

Team Italy won its first game during Haarlem Baseball Week at Pim Mulier Stadium in Haarlem, the Netherlands after defeating Curacao 5-3 on Monday, July 11, 2022

10/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Fourth-inning frenzy by USA overwhelms Team Italy at Haarlem Baseball Week

With the game scoreless through three complete innings, USA scored eight runs in the bottom of the fourth inning and shut out Team Italy 9-0 on Sunday, July 10, 2022 at Haarlem Baseball Week in the Netherlands.

09/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Italia Baseball celebrates its first 70 years in Parma with special guest Team Netherlands

The 'Nino Cavalli' stadium hosts the game and the many invitees that made the history of the first 20 years of the Azzurri Team. Concessions and side events will wekcome the fans. Tickets at 5 euros, U15 players access free

08/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy falls victim to Dutch in extra-inning U12 European Baseball Championship bronze medal game

Leading 3-1 in the top of the sixth inning, Team Italy was two outs away from a bronze medal finish in the U12 European Baseball Championship in Vienna, Austria on Saturday, July 9, 2022 when control issues haunted the Italians and forced extra innings. The Netherlands eventually won 12-5

08/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy falls to Kingdom of Netherlands 2-1 in Haarlem Baseball Week debut

Team Italy kicked off Haarlem Baseball Week with a 2-1 loss to host Kingdom of the Netherlands on Friday, July 8, 2022

07/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Dates and locations for the fifth edition of the World Baseball Classic revealed

For the first time ever, Team Italy will begin play in the WBC Taichung, Taiwan elimination phase with hopes of advancing to the Asia quarterfinals in Tokyo, Japan. Azzurri manager Mike Piazza and his Italian squad will compete against host Chinese Taipei. Kingdom of the Netherlands, Cuba and the winner of the Regensburg, Germany Qualifier from March 9-13, 2023.

06/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy shuts out Hungary 20-0 in U12 European Baseball Championship

The Azzurrini posted a three-inning mercy-rule 20-0 shutout over Hungary in the U12 European Baseball Championship in Vienna, Austria on Wednesday, July 6, 2022

05/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy romps in U12 Euro Baseball Championship debut in Vienna

The Azzurrini sink Lithuania 12-2 via mercy rule in the U12 European Baseball Championship in Vienna, Austria on Tuesday, July 5, 2022

05/07/2022 4 Minute Read

Team Italy Elite shuts out Grizzlies Torino 9-0 in exhibition baseball game

In preparation for Haarlem Baseball Week, the Team Italy Elite squad played an exhibition game against Serie A's Grizzlies Torino on Tuesday night, July 5, 2022 and won easily by a score of 9-0

02/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Haarlem Baseball Week roster revealed for Team Italy

National Baseball Hall of Famer and Team Italy manager Mike Piazza has announced the names of 24 players on the Azzurri Elite national squad for Haarlem Baseball Week from July 8-15, 2022

02/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy defends U12 Euro Baseball Championship title in Vienna from July 5-9, 2022

Team Italy U12 manager Stefano Burato looks to win his fifth consecutive U12 European Baseball Championship title in Vienna, Austria from July 5-9, 2022

01/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad gathers in Casteldebole on July 13, 2022

Team Italy U18 manager Francesco Aluffi has summoned 26 players to Casteldebole on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 in order to train for the upcoming U18 European Baseball Championship in Ostrava and Brno, Czech Republic.

29/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy trains in Milan and and plays in Torino prior to Haarlem Baseball Week

Team Italy manager Mike Piazza has selected 24 players for a training camp in Milan from July 3-6, 2022. In addition, the Azzurri baseball squad will play an exhibition game against host Grizzlies Torino on July 5, 2022.

24/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball squad prepares for Euro Championship in Buttrio from June 30-July 3, 2022

Azzurrini manager Stefano Burato summons 18 players to Buttrio from June 30-July 3, 2022 before leaving for Vienna to compete in the U12 European Baseball Championship

20/06/2022 2 Minute Read

FIBS presents its Blue Roster Honor Club NFT

Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) is the first federation in the world to offer its Honor Club through the latest generation blockchain technology

17/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball squad meets in Milan on June 28, 2022

Team Italy U18 baseball manager Francesco Aluffi has summoned 27 players for a workout at J.F. Kennedy Stadium in Milan on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 in preparation for two international competitions this year

14/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy beats UnipolSai Bologna 3-2 in exhibition baseball game during festivities at Gianni Falchi

Team Italy remained perfect with its second consecutive exhibition baseball game win by defeating UnipolSai Fortitudo Bologna 3-2 on Tuesday, June 14, 2022

12/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy elite baseball squad and UnipolSai Bologna clash in exhibition game on June 14, 2022

A free. family-friendly event is planned Bologna's Gianni Falchi stadium on Tuesday, June 14, 2022

08/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 roster and schedule revealed for U12 Baseball World Cup

Team Italy U12 manager Stefano Burato has released the names of 18 young and promising players to compete in the U12 Baseball World Cup in Tainan, Taiwan from July 29-August 7, 2022.

06/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball prospects summoned to Lodi from June 14-16, 2022

In preparation for the U12 European Baseball Championship and the U12 Baseball World Cup, 35 Team Italy U12 baseball prospects will report in Lodi from June14-16, 2022