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Four Australians played in the inaugural WPBL season.

🏆 Caitlin Eynon became a champion while learning about new cultures
📈 Ticara Geldenhuis experienced transformative growth
🎓 18-year-old Molly Paddison learned how to be a pro
⚾ Claire O’Sullivan became a two-way standout while approaching the game with gratitude

But what was it actually like to become a professional baseball player?

Australia’s WPBL pioneers reflect on a historic first season 👇

https://t.co/Y5gcxrmHAg

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The Location for the 2027, 2028 and 2029 Australian Youth Championships is locked in.

"The host clubs did a great job last year and we're excited to announce they will continue to be our host partners through to 2029," says Baseball Australia's National Tournament Manager Michael Ibbotson.

"The passion and professionalism of all three host clubs for the 2026 AYC event was undeniable, and a significant contributor to the success of what is a challenging event to deliver."

Read the statement from Baseball Australia here: https://t.co/5MEAifsqoF

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He spent two years out of the game, had Tommy John Surgery, was released, forged a journey back through hard work, Independent Ball, the ABL and Team Australia.

Hendo earned this chance, and now he is a Major Leaguer.

What a journey for Josh Hendrickson, who made his MLB debut for the Houston Astros yesterday.

Read about his remarkable journey from juniors to the Majors here:https://t.co/aDY8PTvXqU

Aussie #41 💚💛

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The Australian Baseball community is growing ⚾️ 🇦🇺📈

We have recorded nearly a 7% increase in playing population over the last calendar year.

There is growth for juniors, women and adults. Six states recorded an increase.

Details: https://t.co/uGQ2UDsszY

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The Australian Women's Championships starts NOW!

Watch free around the world on Baseball+ via the App Store or https://t.co/YEBy94iObA.

Tournament info via https://t.co/3n8SQU3ECV

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Eyebrow-raising first inning of the year from 19-year-old Australian Ali Tanner. His 4-seamer averaged 95.7 MPH with a 2533 RPM spin rate, and 20 inches of IVB.

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Huge moment for Queensland.

Patrick Crotty signs with the @Phillies.
A Baseball Queensland pathway athlete.

Resilience. Persistence. Opportunity earned.

#BQPathways #BaseballQueensland #AussiesAbroad #BaseballAustralia

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Gold Coast's Alisha Jewry is making a name for herself in the umpiring world 💪

Connie Rowe from Baseball Queensland penned a great feature on her journey in the USA at the prestigious Harry Wendelstedt Umpire School.

📰: https://t.co/a9K8j30Usf

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Curtis Mead has been traded to the Washington Nationals from the Chicago White Sox.

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17yo Aussie Patrick Crotty is going pro.

Raised by his mum as the youngest of four after his dad passed away when he was 1, the Queenslander has always pushed through challenges.

That included a shoulder surgery that saw him miss significant time.

https://t.co/KFtvcG00Lk

[Andrés Tejeda 🎙📻 @AndresOnAir]

Wow! Aussie catcher & native of Brisbane, QLD Johnny Lemm has caught a no-hitter for the Crimson Tide!

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#Guardians No. 1 prospect Travis Bazzana is making a name for himself 👀

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🇦🇺➡️🇺🇸

Australian U16 representative Tyson Wardrop has committed to Chattanooga State Community College (Tennessee).

The Surfers Paradise RHP brings a 6’3” frame, strong command and plenty of projection as he prepares for JUCO baseball in the U.S.

📖: https://t.co/3IH1sSccOX

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Jack ➡️ 🇰🇷

After a 0.00 ERA in 6.1 innings at the World Baseball Classic, Australia’s most recent Major Leaguer is heading to the KBO.

Jack O'Loughlin has signed with the Samsung Lions on a six-week injury replacement contract.

Details ⬇️

https://t.co/AkeDgvL5P6

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東京都府中市でキャンプを過ごし、「第二の故郷」と呼ぶWBCオーストラリア代表（@TeamAusBaseball）🇦🇺

言葉の壁を越え、日本との架け橋となったSNS担当者のエリック・バルナー氏。そのドラマチックな半生とは……

⬇️記事はこちら
https://t.co/rdzZr7JbHS

#WBC #WorldBaseballClassic #パ・リーグインサイト

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Jimmy Nati his last six games 😳 ⬇

12-for-24

4 homers

9 RBI

4 multi-hit games

ON FIRE 🔥

📸 @nickolas_montei

[Andrew Riddell @andrewriddell26]

If you haven’t heard 🚨⬇️

- Ranked 6th in the world pre-Covid
- 6th at Premier 12
- 5th at WBC
- 6th at U23
- 1st pick in the 2024 draft
- 71 ABL players have made MLB
- 31 in pro ball
- 150+ in college

Stop telling us we aren’t a baseball country.

We’re here to stay 🇦🇺📈

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みんなすごく嬉しそう😂🥧🇦🇺

日本で特別な配達が届きました…

冷蔵庫を開けた@FourNTwenty のパイがいっパイ！

大興奮です。

[Eric Balnar @EBalnar]

My latest feature is on Chris Burke. He's an Australian who's played for his country in the U15, U18, U23 and APBC tournaments.

Now, he makes his WBC debut.

It's a story on maturity, perseverance, connection and growing up Green & Gold.

Check it out: https://t.co/00ZTxFNNxE

[Team Australia ⚾️ @TeamAusBaseball]

“I’m the person I want to be when I am playing for Australia.” 🇦🇺

“My head is extremely clear. There’s one goal and that’s to win. I don’t care about stats. I care about our teammates and I care about winning.”

Chris has worn the green and gold for nearly a decade.

U15 → U18 → U23 → APBC.

Years of tournaments. Big moments. Awards. Setbacks. Lessons.

Now he’s earned his first World Baseball Classic call-up.

Some journeys don’t start at the WBC.
They grow into it.

Read the full Chris Burke story and his journey through the program in our latest feature via the link below.

https://t.co/MvPr4z9mSz