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2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League Expands to Six Teams

1/13/2026

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The Athletes Unlimited Softball League announced host cities and venues for 2026, expanding to six teams.
The six teams are Carolina Blaze, Chicago Bandits, Oklahoma City Spark, Portland Cascade, Texas Volts, and Utah Talons.
The season opens June 9, 2026, with all teams in action.
AUSL aims to build community connections and boost women's sports visibility, supported by a multi-year ESPN media rights deal.

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The Athletes Unlimited Softball League announced host cities and venues for 2026, expanding to six teams.
The six teams are Carolina Blaze, Chicago Bandits, Oklahoma City Spark, Portland Cascade, Texas Volts, and Utah Talons.
The season opens June 9, 2026, with all teams in action.
AUSL aims to build community connections and boost women's sports visibility, supported by a multi-year ESPN media rights deal.