12/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy manager Mike Piazza and Steel Sports present Baseball and Softball Family Day in Florence on April 26, 2024

National Baseball Hall of Famer and Team Italy manager Mike Piazza joins official partner Steel Sports for a day dedicated to the boys and girls of baseball and softball, their parents and their coaches

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.

08/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad holds workouts in Caronno Pertusella and Bollate

Team Italy U15 softball manager Maristella Perizzolo has called up 18 players for three days of intensive workouts from April 29-May 1, 2024 in Lombardy

08/04/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 Softball tryouts in Rome, San Bonifacio and La Loggia

The Team Italy U13 softball squad is holding tryouts between April 25th and May 12th in Rome, San Bonifacio and La Loggia

29/03/2024 2 Minute Read

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

The Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball (FIBS) and Italian American Baseball Foundation (IABF) College Pipeline in association with Between the Lines has already proven successful for young Team Italy prospects at American colleges

19/03/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball manager Andrea Longagnani reflects on squad’s Isidoro Dusi Memorial performance

Azzurrine skipper Andrea Longagnani reflected on the Team Italy U18 softball squad’s performance at the conclusion of the Isidoro Dusi Memorial, which took place on the diamonds of Bollate and Caronno Pertusella on March 16 and 17, 2024.

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 U15 softball squad competes in Bollate Tournament from March 22-24, 2024

Team Italy U15 softball manager Maristella Perizzolo has selected 18 players for the Bollate Tournament from March 22-24, 2024

27/02/2024 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad reunites in Bollate

Eighteen Italian players have been selected to participate in the first Team Italy U18 softball workout from March 15-17, 2024

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.

08/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U17 Baseball5 holds tryout in Bologna

In preparation this year’s European Youth Championship in France, the Team Italy U17 Baseball5 staff is holding an open tryout in Bologna on February 24 and 25, 2024

02/02/2024 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U18 Softball World Cup Group B in China from August 14-18, 2024

Team Italy faces U18 Softball World Cup Group B host China, Japan, Kingdom of the Netherlands and two representatives from the Americas Qualifier in Pingtan from August 14-18, 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.

02/01/2024 2 Minute Read

CON-X 2024: Softball Royalty grace the Palacongressi stage in Rimini, Italy

Team Italy Senior Elite special advisor Mike Candrea and pitching coaches Nancy Evans and Becky Blatnik are among the guest speakers scheduled to appear at CON-X, the Italian Baseball and Softball Convention, at the Palacongressi in Rimini from January 26-28, 2024.

29/12/2023 2 Minute Read

2024 Piemonte Tournament of the Regions dates, locations and logo revealed

The 21st edition of the Tournament of the Regions will take place in seven different locations on nine baseball diamonds in Piemonte from June 6-9, 2024. Torino hosts the finals. Longtime FIBS artist and graphic designer Andrea Villani created the logo.

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.

04/12/2023 3 Minute Read

New York Gala hints of promising future for IABF and FIBS

The Italian American Baseball Foundation celebrated a historic year with nearly 500 guests joining the festivities at Marina Del Rey in Bronx, New York on Thursday, November 30, 2023. From the documentary 'Mission: Classic' to the doubling of scholarships, Federazione Italiana Baseball Softball President Andrea Marcon could not be more happy with the progress of the long-term relationship with IABF and the launch of new partnerships.

22/11/2023 1 Minute Read

WBSC awards Brazil hosting rights for one of three U18 Softball World Cup Group Sites

Estadio Municipal de Beisebol Mie Nishi in Sao Paolo, Brazil will serve as one of three U18 Softball World Cup Group Sites from July 23-27, 2024. Team Italy is among the nine squads already qualified for the international competition.

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

26/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Czechs edge Team Italy 10-9 in U15 Softball World Cup Placement Round

Team Italy could not hold on to a 9-4 lead after Czech Republic rallied for five runs in the sixth inning and a decisive run in the seventh to prevail in the 10-9 victory at the U15 Softball World Cup at the Komazawa Olympic Park Sports Complex on October 26, 2023. The Italians return on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 2 pm (local time) for their final game against Brazil.

24/10/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Peru then loses to Chinese Taipei at U15 Softball World Cup

After falling victim to a no-hitter to Japan the day prior, Team Italy rebounded with a 7-4 win over Peru before losing 4-2 to Chinese Taipei in the U15 Softball Cup at the Setagaya City Okura Sports Center on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. The Italians are now relegated to the 7-12 placement round and travel to nearby Komazawa Olympic Park Sports Complex for a game against Czech Republic on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 2 pm (local time).

23/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy falls victim to Japan no-hitter at U15 Softball World Cup

A trio of Japan pitchers threw a combined no-hitter against Team Italy in a six-inning mercy-rule 12-0 shutout on day three of the U15 Softball World Cup at the Setagaya City Okura Sports Center on Monday, October 23, 2023. The Italians return for two games tomorrow beginning at 10 am (local time) with a clash against Peru followed by a battle against Chinese Taipei at 12:30 pm (local time).

22/10/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy suffers first defeat at U15 Softball World Cup to Mexico

Despite having several opportunities to score, Team Italy suffered a 4-0 shutout to Mexico under the lights on the Komazawa diamond in Tokyo at the U15 Softball World Cup on Sunday, October 22, 2023

21/10/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U15 Softball World Cup debut with 7-0 mercy-rule shutout over New Zealand

Team Italy pitcher Giulia Squalizza threw a three-hitter with four strikeouts and one walk in the five-inning 7-0 mercy-rule shutout over New Zealand at Komazawa Olympic Park in Tokyo on Saturday, October 21, 2023. The Italians return tomorrow for a U15 Softball World Cup clash against Mexico at 6 pm (local time).

19/10/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy begins U15 Softball World Cup journey in Japan

Prior to the start of the inaugural U15 Softball World Cup in Japan from October 21-29, 2023, Team Italy manager Maristella Perizzolo commented: "This group has been preparing for a year, some players have even put in two years of work. It will be a fantastic opportunity for the girls and for all of us."

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

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 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

15/09/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy Baseball5 roster revealed for "Heart of the Alps" tournament

The Baseball5 "Heart of the Alps" Baseball5 tournament takes place in Aosta on Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1, 2023 and serves as the final opportunity for Team Italy manager Maurizio Balla to prepare his squad for the Elite European Championships in November

11/09/2023 1 Minute Read

FIBS and IABF present Between The Lines' 2023 Junior College Softball Showcase

Women softball players between 15-18 years of age are welcome to compete for a scholarship awarded by FIBS and IABF at the Between The Lines' 2023 Junior College Softball Showcase on October 14 and 15, 2023 in Bollate

27/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team U15 softball squad shows promise at "Città di Grosseto" Tournament

Broken into two groups, Team Italy White and Team Italy Blue, the Azzurrine placed second and fifth respectively in the "Città di Grosseto" U19 Softball Tourney

19/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad wins sixth consecutive European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy

Team Italy U13 softball squad manager Maria Grazia Barberis led the Azzurrine to a perfect 7-0 record at the European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy in Collecchio to win the sixth consecutive Sport Division title after a 9-1 victory over Israel in the final on Saturday, August 19, 2023

05/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy qualifies for U18 Softball World Cup after Euro silver-medal finish

Despite beating Czech Republic 2-1 just two days prior in Prague, Team Italy suffered its only loss at the U18 European Softball Championship in the Euro Gold Medal Game against the defending champions via mercy rule in five innings by a score of 9-1 on Saturday, August 5, 2023.

04/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Watch Team Italy in U18 European Softball Championship Final on August 5, 2023 at 12 noon (ET) on WBSC Europe YouTube Channel

Undefeated Team Italy (10-0) won a 14-5 five-inning mercy-rule U18 European Softball Championship Super Round game against Ukraine and another 17-7 four-inning mercy-rule contest versus Great Britain in Prague, Czech Republic on Friday, August 4, 2023. The Italians return for the U18 European Softball Championship Final against reigning champion Czech Republic on Saturday, August 5, 2022 at 12 pm (ET).

03/08/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy eyes U18 European Softball Championship Final after wins over Israel and Czech Republic

The undefeated Italians (8-0) won an 8-1 five-inning mercy-rule game against Israel and an emotional 2-1 contest versus host Czech Republic at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague on Thursday, August 3, 2023. Team Italy returns for two Super Round games tomorrow beginning with an 11:45 am (local time) battle against Ukraine followed by an evening clash with Great Britain at 7 pm (local time) to ensure its ticket to the U18 European Softball Championship Final on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 6 pm (local time).

02/08/2023 1 Minute Read

With mercy-rule wins over Irish and Dutch, undefeated Team Italy destined for U18 European Softball Championship Super Round

Team Italy continued to dominate at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic with a five-inning mercy-rule 7-0 shutout over Ireland and a five-inning mercy-rule 8-1 victory over Kingdom of the Netherlands on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. The Italians return tomorrow for a battle against Israel at 11:45 am (local time) before entering the Super Round and facing Czech Republic later at 5 pm (local time).

01/08/2023 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy dominates U18 European Softball Championship with mercy-rule shutouts over Denmark and Sweden

The Italians won an 18-0 three-inning mercy-rule game against Denmark and a 13-0 five-inning mercy-rule contest versus Sweden at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic. Team Italy returns for two games on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 beginning with a 9:30 am (local time) battle against Ireland followed by an afternoon clash with KIngdom of the Netherlands at 4:30 pm (local time).

31/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins second U18 European Softball Championship game with 7-0 shutout over Ukraine

A walk-off single by Team Italy captain Felicia Di Pancrazio ended the 7-0 shutout over Ukraine via mercy rule in the bottom of the fifth inning on day two of the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic. The Italians return for two games on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 beginning with an 8:30 am (local time) battle against Denmark followed by an afternoon contest at 3:15 pm (local time) versus Sweden.

30/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy crushes Swiss 21-1 in U18 European Softball Championship debut

Team Italy beat Switzerland 21-1 in a three-inning mercy-rule landslide at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic on Sunday, July 30, 2023. The Italians return for a battle against Ukraine on Monday, July 31, 2023 at 8 am (ET).

28/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy arrives in Prague for the U18 European Softball Championship

Hoping to improve from a silver-medal finish in the 2021 U18 European Softball Championship, Team Italy manager Andrea Longagnani wants to bring home the gold medal in 2023.

27/07/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes at U18 European Softball Championship in Prague from July 30-August 5, 2023

Team Italy manager Andrea Longagnani has selected 16 players to compete at the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic from July 30-August 5, 2023

20/07/2023 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad selected for European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy in Collecchio from August 16-19, 2023

Team Italy U13 softball squad manager Maria Grazia Barberis has selected 16 players to compete against Team Israel, GB Cubs and Joudrs Prague in the European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy Sport Division in Collecchio from August 16-19, 2023

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

03/07/2023 3 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 Women's European Softball Championship roster unveiled

After final practices and exhibition games in Ronchi dei Legionari from July 23-28, 2023, the Team Italy U18 women's softball squad departs for the European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic. Manager Andrea Longagnani said, "We always aim for the gold as we are not interested in other colors."

28/06/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad plays in Giancarlo Bianchi Tourney in Saronno from July 13-16, 2023

Team Italy U13 softball manager Maria Grazia Barberis has selected 16 players to participate in the Giancarlo Bianchi Tournament in Saronno from July 13-16, 2023

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.

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

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

11/05/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad holds workout in Casteldebole on Sunday, June 18, 2023

Team Italy U13 softball manager Maria Grazia Barberis has summoned 26 players for an intensive day of training in the Bologna area on Sunday, June 18, 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

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

14/04/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad plays exhibition game in Parma and trains in Collecchio

Team Italy U18 softball manager Andrea Longagnani has summoned 20 players for an exhibition game against Taurus-Donati Gomme Old Parma at the Aldo Notari Sports Center in Parma on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 4 pm (local time). On the following day, the team will hold workouts and training in Collecchio.

12/04/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad holds workout in Caronno Pertusella on April 25, 2023

Team Italy U13 softball manager Maria Grazia Barberis has selected 26 players for an intensive day of training in Caronno Pertusella on Tuesday, April 25, 2023

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

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.

02/02/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 softball squad reunites in Rome from February 20-22, 2023

Team Italy U18 softball manager Andrea Longagnani has selected 25 players to report to the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome for three days of athletic and physical tests in Rome

01/02/2023 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 Baseball5 prospects play in Montebelluna tourney

Team Italy Baseball5 manager manager Maurizio Balla has selected 18 young and talented players to participate in a tournament in Montebelluna (Treviso) on February 11 and 12, 2023

17/01/2023 3 Minute Read

Texas Rangers sign Team Italy U18 sensation Williams Wong

The young and talented second baseman begins his journey with the Texas Rangers at their Boca Chica training facility in the Dominican Republic

26/12/2022 3 Minute Read

Tickets now on sale for CON-X 2023 in Rimini, Italy

Just one month remains before baseball and softball luminaires Brent Strom, Jessica Mendoza, Alana Mendoza Dusan, Henry 'Turtle' Thomas, Rob Gray, Jean Côté, Barry Butera, Caitlyn Callahan, Mike Candrea, Nancy Evans and Becky Blatnick headline CON-X 2023 at Palacongressi di Rimini from January 27-29, 2023

07/11/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy youth softball pitchers and catchers train in Collecchio and Modena

Beginning Sunday, November 13, 2022 and continuing on selected dates through Sunday, March 12, 2023, the top Team Italy youth softball prospects will refine their skills in Collecchio and Modena

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

10/10/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball squad reunites in Modena

14 members of the Team Italy U15 softball squad will undergo a series of physical tests at the Giovanni Torri complex in Modena beginning on Sunday, October 30, 2022. The athletes will be joined by another nine players on Monday, October 31, 2022.

07/10/2022 2 Minute Read

The first historical title of Inox Team Saronno celebrated by a new Special Edition of FIBS' NFT

FIBS issues in limited edition, for its Honor Club, the new Special Edition of the Official Token entitled "Saronno Softball Italian Champion 2022".

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.

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

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

23/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U15 European Softball Championship Silver Medal and qualifies for 2023 U15 World Cup in Tokyo

Undefeated Czech Republic shut out Team Italy 10-0 in a four-inning mercy-rule Gold Medal win in the U15 European Softball Championship final in Enschede, the Netherlands on Saturday, July 23, 2022. Both teams have punched their ticket to represent the Europe-Africa Region at the upcoming 2023 WBSC U15 Softball World Cup in Tokyo Japan.

22/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Great Britain forfeits to Team Italy in U15 European Softball Championship

Team Italy wins by forfeit 7-0 due to the British federation's failure to register its roster but still plays abbreviated game halted by injury sustained by Great Britain pitcher Amy Morris

22/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Emilia Romagna wins Italy's sixth Europe-Africa Region Championship and punches ticket to Little League Baseball World Series

Having lost 1-0 to South Czech Republic Little League three days prior, Emilia Romagna defeated the Czechs 4-1 in the Little League Baseball Europe-Africa Region Tournament Championship final in Moergestel, the Netherlands on Friday, July 22, 2022 to qualify for the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania from August 17-28, 2022

21/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Two more wins for Team Italy in U15 European Softball Championship

After a 16-1 rout over Lithuania and a slim 4-3 victory over Ukraine on Wednesday, July 21, 2022, Team Italy looks to score a medal in the U15 European Softball Championship in Enschede, the Netherlands

20/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Germany and the Netherlands at the U15 European Softball Championship

Team Italy defeated Germany 16-3 and host Netherlands 5-1 in the U15 European Softball Championship in Enschede on Wednesday, July 20, 2022

19/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy rebounds after loss to Czechs with 24-0 win over Croatia at U15 European Softball Championship

After suffering a 10-0 shutout to Czech Republic, Team Italy rebounded with a 24-0 three-inning mercy-rule victory over Croatia in the U15 European Softball Championship in Enschede, the Netherlands on Tuesday, July 19, 2022

18/07/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins U15 European Softball Championship debut over France

Team Italy shut out France 1-0 to kick off the U15 European Softball Championship in Enschede, the Netherlands on Monday, July 18, 2022

17/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy roster and schedule revealed for U15 European Softball Championship from July 18-23, 2022

The young and talented Team Italy U15 softball players have arrived in Enschede, the Netherlands to compete for the European Championship title from July 18-23, 2022

06/07/2022 2 Minute Read

Becky Blatnick's Pitching Clinics Across Northern Italy

On June 26th, 29th, and 30th, pitching specialist Becky Blatnick ran three perfectly executed softball clinics across Northern Italy. Here she is interviewed about her experience and reflects on the events.

29/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Two Team Italy U13 softball squads compete for the European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy

After a two-year hiatus, the U13 European Massimo Romeo Youth Trophy competition returns to Collecchio from August 10-13, 2022

24/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Young Italian softball pitchers and catchers welcome to attend free clinics conducted by coach Becky Blatnick in Ronchi, Bologna and Saronno

Internationally-renowned pitching coach Becky Blatnick hosts free clinics for softball players aged 14-20 on Sunday, June 26th in Ronchi, Wednesday, June 29th in Bologna, and Thursday, June 30th in Saronno

23/06/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U13 softball squad competes in Summerdays tournament from July 8-10. 2022

Organized by Friul '81, the 15th edition of the Summerdays softball tourney features six teams on the diamond of Castions delle Mura from July 8-10. 2022

23/06/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 softball: roster revealed for Bollate tourney and European Softball Championship

With less than a month to prepare for the U15 European Softball Championship in the Netherlands, U15 manager Maristella Perizzolo has selected 17 players to participate in the upcoming U16 Bollate tournament from July 1-3, 2022

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 U14 softball players announced for Giancarlo Bianchi International Tournament in Saronno from July 14-17, 2022

Team Italy U14 softball manager Vanessa Tuci has selected 14 players and three reserves to compete against La Loggia, Blue Angels, Bollate, Saronno, TTT and Softball School in the Giancarlo Bianchi International Tournament in Saronno from July 14-17, 2022

04/05/2022 5 Minute Read

IABF Bay Area Collegiate Baseball Games land Daniel Monti scholarship offer at Sonoma State University

Top Italian prospect and Odessa College baseball star Daniel Monti has been offered a scholarship at Sonoma State University as a result of his participation in the recent Italian American Baseball Foundation Bay Area Baseball Games

22/04/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball squad reunites in Bologna on May 1, 2022

After two days of training in Arezzo, the Team Italy U12 squad prepares for the European Baseball Championship in Vienna (July 5-10, 2022) and the World Cup in Taiwan (July 29- August 7, 2022) with a workout in Bologna on May 1, 2022

12/04/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U15 and U18 softball squads train together then play each other in Collecchio on April 25, 2022

Collecchio hosts the Team Italy U15 and U18 softball teams for a day of training and friendly competition on Monday, April 25, 2022

31/03/2022 1 Minute Read

FIBS President Marcon, Team Italy managers Piazza and Pizzolini live on FIBS Youtube Channel on April 1, 2022

The official start of baseball and softball season in Italy kicks off with a special FIBS Youtube Channel live broadcast from Multiventi Sport Domus in Serravalle, San Marino on Friday, April 1, 2022 beginning at 5:30 am (EDT)

10/02/2022 1 Minute Read

Simona Conti, Marta Gambella and Lauro Lanzarini awarded 2021 Italian Coach of the Year

Italian coaches Simona Conti and Marta Gambella received over 60% of the 796 votes cast to win the 2021 Coach of the Year Award over second-place finishers Francesco Aluffi and Elisa Peri. Lauro Lanzarini won the 2021 Baseball for the Blind Coach of the Year Award.

08/02/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy baseball coaching staff reveals goals, objectives and methodologies

The Italian national baseball team coaching staff met recently at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome to discuss how the growth and development of the movement must build early on from the youth leagues up to the highest competitive levels

07/02/2022 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 kicks off 2022 baseball season in Bologna

Team Italy U12 manager Stefano Burato summons 18 baseball prospects for two training camps on February 13 and 20, 2022 in Bologna

17/01/2022 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U23 baseball prospects put to the test in Rome from January 28-30, 2022

Forty-six athletes will undergo a series of physical tests at the Giulio Onesti Olympic Training Center in Rome from January 28-30, 2022 to kick off the start of the Team Italy U23 baseball season

27/10/2021 2 Minute Read

Two Talent Team U14 baseball workouts scheduled on October 31, 2021 in San Bonifacio

Due to adverse weather forecasts predicted, the previously announced Talent Team U14 group workout scheduled for Monday, November 1, 2021 in San Bonifacio has been moved up to Sunday, October 31, 2021. As a result, the Talent Team U14 baseball staff will now coordinate two scheduled workouts for two different groups of players on the same day.

24/10/2021 4 Minute Read

FIBS Federal Council announces dates for 2022 championships and CON6

The FIBS steering committee also appointed the new Team Italy U15 baseball staff and approved the documentation governing next year's competitive calendar

20/10/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball prospects and Talent Team U14 players practice in San Bonifacio from October 30- November 1, 2021

San Bonifacio hosts U12 Team Italy baseball prospects on Saturday, October 30, 2021 and two different groups of Talent Team U14 players on Sunday, October 31, 2021 and Monday, November 1, 2021 for intensive training.

31/08/2021 1 Minute Read

WBSC U12 Baseball World Cup postponed to 2022

The Team Italy U12 baseball squad will have to until the summer of 2022 to compete in the WBSC U12 World Cup in Tainan, Taiwan

27/08/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy competes in U18 Baseball World Cup from September 9-18, 2022 in Florida

Team Italy Juniors manager Francesco Aluffi has one year to prepare his young and talented Azzurri squad for the WBSC U18 Baseball World Cup, which has been rescheduled to take place from September 9-18, 2022 in Sarasota and Bradenton, Florida

14/08/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy wins its fourth consecutive U12 Euro Baseball Championship after extra-inning 6-0 victory over Czechs

Under the leadership of manager Stefano Burato, coaches Simona Conti, Alberto Furlani, Ivano Licciardi and Alessandro Rosa Colombo, Team Italy won its fourth straight U12 European Baseball Championship title after beating previously undefeated Czech Republic 6-0 in the Euro final in Mortsel, Belgium on August 14, 2021

12/08/2021 1 Minute Read

With 13-0 shutout over France, Team Italy advances to U12 Euro Baseball Championship semifinals

A combined one-hitter by Team Italy starting pitcher Manfredi Gambera and reliever Andrea Scalera led to a five-inning mercy-rule 13-0 shutout over France on August 12, 2021 and advanced the Azzurrini squad to the U12 European Baseball Championship semifinals in Mortsel, Belgium

11/08/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball squad advances to Euro Baseball Championship final and qualifies for World Cup

Three-time defending Euro champion Team Italy will vie for its fourth consecutive title in the U12 European Baseball Championship final in Mortsel, Belgium on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at 5:30 pm

11/08/2021 2 Minute Read

After losing to Czechs, Team Italy beats Hungary in U12 Euro Baseball Championship

After suffering a 7-3 loss to Czech Republic in the morning, Team Italy rebounded with a four-inning mercy-rule 21-1 win over Hungary in the afternoon on day two of the U12 European Baseball Championship in Mortsel, Belgium

10/08/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy opens U12 European Baseball Championship with 23-0 shutout over Poland

Team Italy kicked off the U12 European Baseball Championship in Mortsel, Belgium on August 10, 2021 with a bang by shutting out Poland 23-0 via mercy rule after three innings of play

29/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy must wait until 2022 for U18 Baseball World Cup in Florida

After placing second in the U18 European Baseball Championship and thereby qualifying for the WBSC U18 Baseball World Cup, Team Italy along with Euro champion Kingdom of the Netherlands will have to wait until 2022 for the international competition to take place due to the ongoing pandemic.

25/07/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy places fourth in U15 European Baseball Championship

Having succumbed to Team Italy in a 12-2 mercy-rule game two days prior, Kingdom of the Netherlands turned the tables on the Italians in the battle for the bronze with a 5-3 victory in the U15 European Baseball Championship in Brno, Czech Republic on July 25, 2021

24/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Czechs take first while Team Italy places second in U18 Euro Softball Championship

The Team Italy Juniors softball squad lost 6-3 to host Czech Republic in the U18 Women's European Softball Championship final in Prague on July 24, 2021

24/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy battles for the U15 European Baseball Championship bronze medal on July 25, 2021 at 9 am (ET)

As a result of a disappointing 9-7 loss to France in U15 European Baseball Championship semi-finals in Brno, Czech Republic, Team Italy plays Kingdom of the Netherlands in the battle for the bronze medal on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at 9 am (ET)

23/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy defends Juniors Euro Softball Championship title on July 24, 2021 at 11 am (ET)

Having lost to host Czech Republic two days prior, Team Italy looks to make amends with the Czechs and win the U18 Women's European Softball Championship final game in Prague on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at 11 am (ET)

23/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy advances to U15 European Championship semi-finals

On day three of the U15 European Baseball Championship in Trnava, Slovakia, Team Italy beat Kingdom of the Netherlands via mercy rule in six innings by a score of 12-2 to advance to the semi-finals in Brno, Czech Republic

23/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy prepares for U18 Baseball World Cup with workout in Modena on August 3, 2021

After a silver medal finish at the recent U18 European Baseball Championship in Macerata and Montegranaro, Team Italy returns to the diamond in Modena on August 3, 2021 to prepare for the U18 Baseball World Cup in Bradenton and Sarasota from September 10-19, 2021

23/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy manager Stefano Burato reveals roster for U12 European Baseball Championship

Azzurrini manager Stefano Burato has announced the names of the 18 players chosen to play for Team Italy in the upcoming U12 European Baseball Championship

22/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Austria 15-1 on day two of U15 European Baseball Championship

Team Italy defeated Austria 15-1 via mercy rule in the U15 European Baseball Championship on July 22, 2021

21/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy advances in U18 Women's European Softball Championship after 23-2 rout over France

Team Italy (5-0) finished U18 Women's European Softball Championship Group A round-robin play after defeating France 23-2 in Prague, Czech Republic on July 21, 2021

21/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy dominates Slovakia 12-1 in U15 European Baseball Championship opener

Team Italy U15 pitchers combined for a no-hit performance on the mound against host Slovakia in the U15 European Baseball Championship on July 21, 2021

20/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Undefeated Team Italy beats Sweden and Germany in U18 Women’s European Softball Championship

On day two of the U18 Women’s European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic on July 20, 2021, defending Euro champion Team Italy won a pair of games over Sweden and Germany to remain undefeated (4-0) and the top-seed in Group A

19/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy picks up two mercy-rule wins on day one of U18 Women’s European Softball Championship

Team Italy easily defeated Poland and Croatia on opening day of the U18 Women’s European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic on July 19, 2021

15/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball squad prepares for Euro Championship in Riccione on July 27, 2021

Team Italy U12 manager Stefano Burato has selected 18 Azzurrini baseball players for a workout in Riccione on July 27, 2021.

10/07/2021 2 Minute Read

FIBSTV.com presents Team Italy U18 Euro Baseball Championship final game on July 11, 2021 at 11 am (ET)

Team Italy beat Spain 7-5 in the U18 European Baseball Championship semi-final game in Macerata on July 10, 2021 to advance to the Euro Championship final against Kingdom of the Netherlands on July 11, 2021 at 11 am (ET) and also qualify for the U18 Baseball World Cup in Bradenton, Florida from September 10-19, 2021

08/07/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 manager Francesco Aluffi and captain Samuele Gamberini speak prior to Euro Baseball Championship semi-final

Prior to the first pitch of the U18 European Baseball Championship semi-final game against Spain in Macerata on July 10, 2021 at 2 pm (ET on FIBSTV.com), Azzurri manager Francesco Aluffi and team captain Samuele Gamberini offered their perspective on undefeated Team Italy (4-0)

08/07/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy beats Israel and advances to U18 European Baseball Championship semi-finals

As the Euro Baseball Championship Pool A top-seed, undefeated Team Italy (4-0) earned the right to move on to the U18 European Baseball Championship semi-finals after a 10-2 victory over Israel on July 8, 2021

08/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Czech Republic and Kingdom of the Netherlands win while Austria and France lose on day 4 of U18 Euro Baseball Championship

The Czechs and the Dutch were victorious in their respective U18 European Baseball Championship games in Macerata and Montegranaro on July 8, 2021

07/07/2021 2 Minute Read

Words from Team Italy U18 baseball coach Davide Sartini and pitcher Edoardo Zingarelli

Team Italy coach Davide Sartini and closing pitcher Edoardo Zingarelli reflect on the important 7-5 win over KIngdom of the Netherlands in the U18 European Baseball Championship on July 7, 2021

07/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy guarantees U18 Euro Baseball Championship semi-final berth after 7-5 win over Kingdom of the Netherlands

Undefeated Team Italy (3-0) got one step closer to qualifying for the U18 Baseball World Cup by defeating Kingdom of the Netherlands 7-5 on July 7, 2021 in Macerata and thereby ensuring a U18 Euro Baseball Championship semi-final berth on July 10, 2021..

07/07/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy roster announced for U18 European Softball Championship in Prague

Team Italy manager Andrea Longagnani names 17 players for the U18 European Softball Championship in Prague, Czech Republic from July 19-24, 2021

07/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 baseball squad gathers for camp in Riccione on July 15, 2021

Azzurrini manager Stefano Burato has selected 18 players for an intensive training camp in Riccione on July 15, 2021.

06/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U18 baseball hitting coach Stefano Cappuccini praises Azzurri squad

Hitting coach Stefano Cappuccini gave props to Team Italy after the Azzurri squad defeated France 13-6 in the U18 European Baseball Championship on July 6, 2021.

06/07/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy defeats France in U18 European Baseball Championship

Undefeated Team Italy continues to dominate Euro Baseball Championship Pool A play with a 9-6 victory over France in Montegranaro.

05/07/2021 2 Minute Read

Team Italy induces 21-0 mercy-rule win over Lithuania in U18 European Baseball Championship

The Team Italy offense took possession of the game against Lithuania early and did not look back in the 21-0 five-inning mercy-rule shutout in the U18 European Baseball Championship opener in Macerata on July 5, 2021.

05/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Kingdom of the Netherlands, Germany and Spain win U18 European Baseball Championship openers

Nine countries are competing in the U18 European Baseball Championship in Macerata and Montegranaro from July 5-11, 2021

02/07/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy manager Roberto De Franceschi reveals roster for U15 European Baseball Championship in Brno and Trnava

Azzurrini manager Roberto De Franceschi has selected 20 players to represent Team Italy in the upcoming U15 European Baseball Championship in Brno, Czech Republic and Trnava, Slovakia

01/05/2021 1 Minute Read

Team Italy U12 manager Stefano Burato summons 21 Azzurrini baseball players to Riccione on May 9, 2021

Since training sessions last September in Bologna and two more during January and February in Modena, Team Italy Juveniles manager Stefano Burato has been working diligently to assemble his promising and talented U12 baseball squad in preparation for the , which is scheduled to take place in Mortsel, Belgium from July 6-10, 2021