Women’s Baseball - The Inside Pitch

Euro Trip - Netherlands - Anouk Vergunst, Kim Schindeler, Martin De Koning

Host Amy McCann chats all this Dutch women's baseball with players Anouk Vergunst and Kim Schindeler and coach Martin De Koning.Hear all about the team's vibe ahead of the 2025 Women's Baseball European Championships, dynamics, insights into their training, team building, the unique spirit of Dutch women's baseball, the support from fans and sponsors, and Martin shares how proud he is of the team!
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Guess what? WBIP is heading on a Euro trip!
That’s right, the 2025 Women’s Baseball European Championship kicks off this week. This is the third edition of the tournament, which started in 2019 and was last held in 2022.
From August 14 to 17, the beautiful town of Hluboká in the Czech Republic will be the centre of women’s baseball in Europe.
Four national teams will take the field, battling not just for continental bragging rights, but also for a spot at the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup.
So, who’s in the mix?
We have France — the two-time defending champions.Czechia — the hometown heroes.The Netherlands — regulars on the World Cup stage.And Great Britain — chasing their breakthrough moment.
Over four days, these teams will face off, with the top two meeting in the championship final on August 17.
Though the tournament is still young, it’s already packed with stories.
Back in 2019, France took gold over Great Britain, with Czechia claiming bronze. In 2022, France defended their title convincingly, beating Czechia 13–3 in the final. The Netherlands grabbed bronze, and Great Britain finished fourth.
So, as we look ahead to 2025, the big questions are:
Can France make it three in a row?
Will the Netherlands return to the World Cup for the sixth time?
Can Czechia seize the crown on home soil?
Or will Great Britain finally clinch their debut World Cup spot?
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Netherlands Women's Baseball Team01:52 Intro to Netherlands03:56 Team Selection and Training Dynamics05:56 How the team comes together07:16 What has the team been working on in the lead in08:28 On getting to play a Euro Champs10:45 Team Netherlands in 3 words!13:34 Goals for the Champs15:56 Coach has a proud moment! 20:12 Introduction to Women's Baseball in France
 

Euro Trip - France - Géraldine Gauzelin

In episode two, Amy McCann interviews Géraldine Gauzelin Ors, the manager of the French National Women's Baseball Team, as they prepare for the 2025 Women's Baseball European Championships.
 
They discuss the growth of women's baseball in France, the challenges of team selection and development, the importance of training and teamwork, and the aspirations for future success in the sport.
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Guess what? WBIP is heading on a Euro trip!
That’s right, the 2025 Women’s Baseball European Championship kicks off this week. This is the third edition of the tournament, which started in 2019 and was last held in 2022.
From August 14 to 17, the beautiful town of Hluboká in the Czech Republic will be the centre of women’s baseball in Europe.
Four national teams will take the field, battling not just for continental bragging rights, but also for a spot at the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup.
So, who’s in the mix?
We have France — the two-time defending champions.Czechia — the hometown heroes.The Netherlands — regulars on the World Cup stage.And Great Britain — chasing their breakthrough moment.
Over four days, these teams will face off, with the top two meeting in the championship final on August 17.
Though the tournament is still young, it’s already packed with stories.
Back in 2019, France took gold over Great Britain, with Czechia claiming bronze. In 2022, France defended their title convincingly, beating Czechia 13–3 in the final. The Netherlands grabbed bronze, and Great Britain finished fourth.
So, as we look ahead to 2025, the big questions are:
Can France make it three in a row?
Will the Netherlands return to the World Cup for the sixth time?
Can Czechia seize the crown on home soil?
Or will Great Britain finally clinch their debut World Cup spot?
 
 
 

Euro Trip - Team Czechia - Katerina Petroušková

In this conversation, Katerina Petroušková, a member of the Czech Women's National Baseball Team, shares her experiences and insights as the team prepares for the European Championships.
 
The discussion covers the excitement surrounding the tournament, the dynamics of the team, the challenges of hosting, and the aspirations of the players. Katerina also highlights the importance of community support and the growth of women's baseball in the Czech Republic.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Women's Baseball in France03:57 The Journey and Team Dynamics06:11 Development of Women's Baseball in France07:59 Team Composition and Key Players10:32 Training Focus and Team Spirit14:04 Off-Field Dynamics and Social Media Presence16:23 The Importance of Winning and Future Aspirations19:01 Community and Respect in Women's Baseball
 
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Guess what? We’re heading on a Euro trip!
That’s right, the 2025 Women’s Baseball European Championship kicks off this week. This is the third edition of the tournament, which started in 2019 and was last held in 2022.
From August 14 to 17, the beautiful town of Hluboká in the Czech Republic will be the centre of women’s baseball in Europe.
Four national teams will take the field, battling not just for continental bragging rights, but also for a spot at the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup.
So, who’s in the mix?
We have France — the two-time defending champions.Czechia — the hometown heroes.The Netherlands — regulars on the World Cup stage.And Great Britain — chasing their breakthrough moment.
Over four days, these teams will face off, with the top two meeting in the championship final on August 17.
Though the tournament is still young, it’s already packed with stories.
Back in 2019, France took gold over Great Britain, with Czechia claiming bronze. In 2022, France defended their title convincingly, beating Czechia 13–3 in the final. The Netherlands grabbed bronze, and Great Britain finished fourth.
So, as we look ahead to 2025, the big questions are:
Can France make it three in a row?
Will the Netherlands return to the World Cup for the sixth time?
Can Czechia seize the crown on home soil?
Or will Great Britain finally clinch their debut World Cup spot?
 
 

Euro Trip: Women’s Baseball the Inside Pitch is heading on a Euro trip!

Welcome to Women’s Baseball: The Inside Pitch
Guess what? We’re heading on a Euro trip!
That’s right, the 2025 Women’s Baseball European Championship kicks off this week. This is the third edition of the tournament, which started in 2019 and was last held in 2022.
From August 14 to 17, the beautiful town of Hluboká in the Czech Republic will be the centre of women’s baseball in Europe.
Four national teams will take the field, battling not just for continental bragging rights, but also for a spot at the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup.
So, who’s in the mix?
We have France — the two-time defending champions.Czechia — the hometown heroes.The Netherlands — regulars on the World Cup stage.And Great Britain — chasing their breakthrough moment.
Over four days, these teams will face off, with the top two meeting in the championship final on August 17.
Though the tournament is still young, it’s already packed with stories.
Back in 2019, France took gold over Great Britain, with Czechia claiming bronze. In 2022, France defended their title convincingly, beating Czechia 13–3 in the final. The Netherlands grabbed bronze, and Great Britain finished fourth.
So, as we look ahead to 2025, the big questions are:Can France make it three in a row?Will the Netherlands return to the World Cup for the sixth time?Can Czechia seize the crown on home soil?Or will Great Britain finally clinch their debut World Cup spot?
Let’s break it all down.

2025 Nationals Rewind - Kira Kuwamoto (VIC)

We all want to be back in Melbourne for the 2025 Nationals.
 
Yes, Post Nationals Depression has hit hard.
 
So cure what ails ya with this series rewinding to all things April and Melbourne Ballpark. In this episode, host Amy McCann interviews Kira Kuwamoto from Victoria. 
In this engaging conversation, Kira Kumoto shares her journey from Japan to Australia, discussing the cultural differences in baseball, her experiences in state teams, and the joy of playing the sport. She emphasizes the importance of mindset in performance and reflects on her role as a coach for youth baseball.
 
Kira also highlights the significance of teamwork and mentorship in sports, expressing gratitude for the opportunities she has had in her baseball career.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Kira Kumoto00:52 Kira's Journey from Japan to Australia03:45 Representing Victoria and Winning Gold05:07 The Late Call-Up and MVP Performance08:32 Mindset Shift in Performance10:06 The Joy of Playing Baseball12:47 Coaching the Next Generation14:33 Unsung Heroes in Team Dynamics17:46 Future Aspirations in Baseball
 
 

2025 Nationals Rewind - Meaghan Haggart (WA)

We all want to be back in Melbourne for the 2025 Nationals.
 
Yes, Post Nationals Depression has hit hard.
 
So cure what ails ya with this series rewinding to all things April and Melbourne Ballpark. In this episode, host Amy McCann interviews Meaghan Haggart from WA. 

2025 Nationals Rewind - Mackenzie Jackson (NSW)

We all want to be back in Melbourne for the 2025 Nationals.
 
Yes, Post Nationals Depression has hit hard.
 
So cure what ails ya with this series rewinding to all things April and Melbourne Ballpark. In this episode, host Amy McCann interviews Mackenzie Jackson from New South Wales. 

2025 Nationals Rewind - Sarah McMahon (SA)

We all want to be back in Melbourne for the 2025 Nationals.
 
Yes, Post Nationals Depression has hit hard.
 
So cure what ails ya with this series rewinding to all things April and Melbourne Ballpark. In this episode, host Amy McCann interviews Sarah McMahon from South Australia.
We chat about her experiences in women's baseball, particularly focusing on her return to Nationals after a break, the dynamics of a young South Australian team, and the growth of women's baseball in the region.We discuss the importance of community, leadership, and the excitement surrounding the future of the sport, especially with the talented youth players emerging. Sarah shares personal highlights from her performance and reflects on the camaraderie within her team, emphasising the supportive environment that fosters success.
Stay tuned for the Rapid Rewind! 

2025 Nationals Rewind - Charlotte Stokes - QLD

We all want to be back in Melbourne for the 2025 Nationals.
 
Yes, Post Nationals Depression has hit hard.
 
So cure what ails ya with this series rewinding to all things April and Melbourne Ballpark. In this episode, host Amy McCann interviews Charlotte Stokes, a rising star in Queensland women's baseball.
 
Tune in to hear them discuss Charlotte's transition from youth baseball to competing at the national level, her memorable performances during the nationals, and the challenges she faced as a rookie.
 
Charlotte shares insights on team dynamics, her goals for the future, and highlights a promising player to watch. 
 
Stay tuned for the Rapid Rewind! 
 
Chapters
00:00Introduction to Women's Baseball Nationals 2025
00:48Charlotte's Transition from Youth to Nationals
01:42Facing Tough Competitors and Memorable Moments
03:08Toughest faced at Nationals
04:29Recapping the big moments
05:12Team Dynamics
06:36Best bit of advice received at Nationals
09:02Goals
10:02Stokes' QLD player to watch
10:59Rapid Fire Nationals Rewind
11:51Rapid Fire Qs - QLD go to snack
12:33Rapid Fire Qs - Playlist selection
13:29Rapid Fire Qs - Fun Fact!
15:25New Chapter
 

Girls Are Players Too - Western Australia - Eynon and Atkinson

Caitlin Eynon and Chloe Atkinson join the show for the fifth and final episode in our Girls Are Players Too series. 
Host Amy McCann and co-hosts Tahnee Lovering and Amy Cannington, chat all things the history of WA Women's Baseball, the grit and determination of the players, the emergence of new stars, and their fave WA players of all time.
 
Caitlin and Chloe share insights on training, the Elite Series and their 2023 National Championship win.
 
The discussion also touches on the lessons learned from international experiences, the significance of mindset in baseball, and the challenges faced by two-way players and the 2025 Nationals. 'Drip or Skip' returns where we evaluate sports fashion choices including eye black and more..... 
 
Chapters
00:00 Intro02:12 The Final Intro with Amac, Tahn and Sister03:10 Whaddya think when ya think WA?08:26 Whats in story for WA in 2025?11:52 Caitlin and Chloe Join the show12:48 Caitlin and Chloe on their start in the sport16:10 Giants and Braves and clubland in WA19:05 2023 - Champions of Australia21:28 Stepping up on the international stage25:46 Baseball - its 90% mental 33:36 Multi-way players finding balance37:26 Gold to fifth to ???39:39 WA player to WAtch41:05 Second oldest is how old?44:13 Drip or Skip: Yellow or Red?46:46 Drip or Skip: Eye black & the grey skies of Melbourne49:01 Drip or Skip: Dirty Mids53:23 Drip or Skip: Batting gloves.... or glove :) 56:38 The final countdown