In 2026, something powerful is happening on softball fields around the world — and it’s bigger than wins, losses, or championship banners. Softball is quietly becoming one of the most influential team sports for girls, shaping confidence, leadership, resilience, and lifelong bonds in ways few other sports can. What was once seen by some as “just another option” is now being recognized as a game-changer for girls of all ages. So why softball? And why now?