Day 3 at the WBSC U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup Finals 2025
Welcome to Day 3 at the WBSC U-18 Women’s Softball World Cup Finals 2025, hosted at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, USA. Today marks an exciting phase as we kick off the Super Round and Placement Round—where the tension mounts and stakes rise for the participating teams.
Game Schedule
All games are being held at OGE Energy Field at Devon Park, with matches streamed live on the WBSC official platform, GameTime. Here’s a look at today’s games:
Super Round Matches
- China vs. Mexico at 16:00
- USA vs. Japan at 19:00
Placement Round Results
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Canada 4 – 3 Puerto Rico
A thrilling comeback was led by Raphaelle Bouchard who secured Canada’s victory with a three-run home run in the sixth inning. -
Czechia 6 – 1 Chinese Taipei
Czechia’s Krystina El Ghannam hit a notable home run, leading her team clearly ahead in the match.
Current Standings
The Placement Round standings are shaping up, with Czechia currently positioned as the frontrunner, boasting two wins. Canada and Chinese Taipei follow closely, both with a record of one win, while Puerto Rico remains in search of their first victory in this round.
Key Match Highlights
Puerto Rico vs. Canada
In a nail-biting contest, Canada triumphed over Puerto Rico by a narrow margin of just one run. After trailing, Bouchard’s home run (traveling an impressive 233 feet) shifted the momentum in Canada’s favor, bringing the team to a 4-3 lead.
Emma Frisky also made a significant contribution, pitching superbly in relief and finishing the game with six strikeouts and only one earned run against her. For Puerto Rico, Luna Taboas had an impressive game as well, showcasing her skills by going 3-for-4 at the plate. Unfortunately for them, Olivia Ricciardi took the loss, but remains a pivotal player for her team.
Czechia vs. Chinese Taipei
Czechia faced off against Chinese Taipei and came away with a solid 6-1 win. A standout performance came from Krystina El Ghannam, who crushed a 245-feet home run, contributing to her team’s commanding lead. Pitcher Nikola Skardova also shone, delivering a strong performance by pitching the complete game, affording only three hits and striking out five batters.
Upcoming Matches in the Super Round
As we proceed with today’s Super Round, all eyes turn to the matchup between China and Mexico, followed by the much-anticipated clash between USA and Japan later in the evening. The outcomes of these games will not only shape the standings but could also heavily influence the psychological dynamics for subsequent matches.
Viewing Options
Fans can stay engaged and follow every moment of the action from the comfort of their homes by tuning in to the live streams available on the GameTime platform.
Quick Links
For further details on the event timeline, standings, and player stats, visit the official schedule and results page of the tournament here.
Feel the thrill of international competition as these young athletes showcase their flair for softball! Stay tuned for more updates as we move deeper into the tournament.