Softball NZ’s President, Lynda O’Cain in conjunction with the New Zealand Black Sox proudly announce the selection of 16 athletes who will represent New Zealand at the Group Stage Qualifier in Prince Albert, Canada, from July 10 to July 14.

The selected athletes have earned a well-deserved place to represent New Zealand on the international stage. It was a tough selection process, reducing from the wider Black Sox squad to 22, and then to this final 16. The depth of talented athletes made for robust selection discussions. While we congratulate the athletes who have earned selection, we recognise the disappointment of those who missed selection this time and encourage you to channel this focus into future opportunities.The Group Stage Qualifier in Prince Albert is a crucial step towards our goal next year.

Congratulations to the selected athletes. Together, we will continue to strive for excellence and proudly represent New Zealand.

New Zealand Black Sox Team – WBSC Group Stage Qualifier (Prince Albert, Canada).
Tyron Bartorillo – Canterbury
Te Wera Bishop – Wellington
Daniel Chapman – Auckland
Ben Enoka – Auckland
Thomas Enoka – Auckland
Cole Evans – Auckland [Captain]
Rhys Evans – Auckland
Nik Hayes – Auckland
Wayne Laulu – Wellington
Reilly Makea – Wellington
Hohepa Monk – North Harbour
Tane Mumu – Hutt Valley
Liam Potts – Canterbury
Jerome Raemaki – Wellington
Pita Rona – North Harbour
Cameron Watts – Canterbury

Non-Travelling Reserves
Max Earley – Auckland
Te Kirika Cooper-Nicola - Wellington
Jayden Stratford – Wellington
Damon Creasy – Wellington
Callum Bishop – Canterbury
Jackson Watt – Canterbury

Best wishes for this campaign!

Article added: Friday 19 April 2024