The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) has confirmed the qualification process for the 2020 Olympics
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Opinions are mixed in the baseball world when it comes to the Olympic Games. Some, including the current International Baseball Federation President Harvey Schiller, believe that the International Olympic Committee…
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British baseballInternational baseball
Baseball and Softball’s Olympic hopes are dashed
by Matt Smithby Matt SmithThe International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board announced yesterday that golf and rugby would be put forward for entry to the 2016 Olympics. The decision ended baseball and softball’s hopes…
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International baseball
Baseball fights for its Olympic future today in Lausanne
by Matt Smithby Matt SmithFate in baseball is normally played out in front of an enthralled audience. A perfectly turned double-play will lead to gasps and then cheers, a walk-off home run will lift…
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'Weekly' Hit Ground BallInternational baseball
WHGB: Once more unto the breach
by Matt Smithby Matt SmithThere’s nothing quite like the first week of Spring Training games. From the players to the fans, everyone has a smile on their face as the sport comes out of…
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As noted on Thursday, a six-man panel from the International Baseball Federation met with the International Olympic Committee yesterday to put forward the sport’s case for re-election to the Olympic…
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It’s now a week since the Olympic Baseball tournament was brought to a close by a thrilling final that saw Korea crowned as champions over Cuba. Following the International Olympic…
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International baseball
A review of the extra-innings rule in the 2008 Olympic baseball tournament
by Joe Grayby Joe GrayThe new extra-innings rule came into effect in five of the 36 games that made up the 2008 Olympic baseball tournament. Here I provide some statistics on its use in…
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Amid stunning scenes at the Wukesong Baseball Field in Beijing, Korea held off a late surge from Cuba to win the Olympic gold medal in the most dramatic style imaginable. …
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A game for a bronze medal provides just as much pressure and emotion as a gold medal contest. In the latter, at least the loser will earn a silver medal. …