Olympic Champions to Strike Again at BOP

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

The Japanese 2008 Olympic Softball Gold Medalists will make their way to Blacktown Olympic Park to begin preparations for the 2010 Softball World Championships in Venezuela.

During their stay, the Japanese National team will take on the Australian Women's World Championship team in a fierce round of competition from March 18 - 20. Japan will also play the ACT Diamonds and NSW Firestars in exhibition games as part of their tour on March 21 and 22.

Japan have been regular visitors to Blacktown Olympic Park over the past few years and they bring a style of softball that is both entertaining and highly skilful. Japan's team includes the world's fastest pitcher, Yukiko Ueno, who can pitch to speeds as high as 118km.

The Australian Women's World Championship team will provide strong competition as the Aussie Spirit players get their first hit out, following their selection to represent Australia at the 2010 World Championships.


Game schedule:

Thursday 18th March

Australia vs Japan

5.00pm & 7.30pm

Friday 19th March

Australia vs Japan

5.00pm & 7.30pm

Saturday 20th March

Australia vs Japan

11.00am

Sunday 21st March

ACT Diamonds vs Japan

11.00am & 1.30pm

Monday 22nd March

NSW Firestars vs Japan

6.00pm & 8.30pm


This series promises to provide some exciting sporting entertainment as both teams seek to gain a mental edge before meeting again at the 2010 World Championships.

Don't miss the chance to see some of the world's best softball players in action at Blacktown Olympic Park this March. Entry to ALL games is FREE.

For more information on Japan's Australian tour, please contact Softball NSW on 9677 4000.


Media Contact :
Ros Pullen - Media & Marketing Officer - Blacktown International Sportspark Sydney - 9839 6595
Karla Wyatt - Promotions Assistant - Blacktown International Sportspark Sydney - 9839 6593