eBASEBALL™ Federation Focus: Argentine Baseball Federation ready to be part of WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS

15/11/2023

Players can participate in the Argentine Baseball Cup via WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS, which you can download at the PlayStation online store or the Nintendo eShop. The week-long event is scheduled from 20 to 26 November.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/ebaseball-federation-focus-argentine-baseball-federation-ready-to-be-part-of-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros

Three of four finalists confirmed for WBSC eBASEBALL™ Series 2023 World Finals

14/11/2023

Photo: The four finalists at the USA eBASEBALL™ Finals with WBSC commentator Robert Tomlinson (centre). YabeGaming (with mask) won the tournament and joins SHORA and fujito in the WBSC eBASEBALL™ Series World Finals 2023.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/three-of-four-finalists-confirmed-for-wbsc-ebaseball-series-2023-world-finals

WBSC eBASEBALL™ Series 2023 World Finals: Two qualification tournaments set for November

31/10/2023

The two eBASEBALL™ Series World Finals qualification events include a major offline tournament in North Carolina, USA on 4 November, which will determine the second of four finalists.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-ebaseball-series-2023-world-finals-two-qualifier-events-set-for-november

eBASEBALL™ Federation Focus: Italy believes eBASEBALL™ is perfect to engage young people

18/10/2023

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/ebaseball-federation-focus-italy-believes-ebaseball-is-perfect-to-engage-young-people

President Fraccari attends inaugural IOC Esports Commission meeting at Olympic House

06/10/2023

The WBSC President joined fellow members for the first meeting following the announcement of the new Esports Commission by the IOC in September

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/president-fraccari-attends-inaugural-ioc-esports-commission-meeting-at-olympic-house

eBASEBALL™ Federation Focus: USA Baseball celebrates being first Federation featured in the WBSC eBASEBALL™ Series 2023

27/09/2023

Players can participate in the USA eBASEBALL™ Cup via WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS, which you can download at the PlayStation online store or the Nintendo eShop. The week-long event is scheduled from 1 to 7 October. The four USA eBASEBALL™ Cup winners, from the USA, will be invited to the USA eBASEBALL™ Finals in North Carolina on 4 November.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/ebaseball-federation-focus-usa-baseball-celebrates-being-first-federation-to-be-featured-in-the-wbsc-ebaseball-series-2023

WBSC unveils historic launch of WBSC eBASEBALL™ Series and ePremier12™ at Tokyo Game Show

21/09/2023

The WBSC eBASEBALL™ Series will feature weekly online and offline tournaments on the highly successful WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS. "We are embarking on an extraordinary journey that redefines the landscape of sports and entertainment," WBSC CEO Michael Schmidt said. In 2024, in addition to online tournaments, the WBSC eBASEBALL™ Series will culminate with the ePremier12™.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/world-baseball-softball-confederation-wbsc-unveils-historic-launch-of-wbsc-ebaseball-series-and-epremier12-at-tokyo-game-show

WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS to feature at Tokyo Game Show 2023

19/09/2023

The WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS will be staged at the Tokyo Game Show 2023 on 21 September after an exciting event during the U-18 Baseball World Cup.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-to-feature-at-tokyo-game-show-2023

KOY wins WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS CTBA OPEN at WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup

06/09/2023

The CTBA eBASEBALL™ OPEN featured CMWANG, the third-place winner of the first Olympic Esports Series that took place in Singapore in June, and KOY, the immediate champion of the CTBA Cup.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/koy-wins-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-ctba-open-at-wbsc-u-18-baseball-world-cup

WBSC partners with Legend by LEVERADE to present sustainable Digital Trophy for U-18 Baseball World Cup

06/09/2023

The collaboration between the WBSC and LEVERADE, who provided digital trophies for the inaugural WBSC Baseball5 World Cup and Virtual Cup last year, symbolizes a progressive stride towards leveraging technology for the advancement of sport.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-partners-with-legend-by-leverade-to-present-sustainable-digital-trophy-for-u-18-baseball-world-cup

WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari joins IOC Esports Commission following success of WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS

05/09/2023

President Riccardo Fraccari has been named as part of the IOC Esports Commission as the WBSC continues to lead in this area with the success of official video game WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-president-joins-ioc-esports-commission-following-success-of-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros

eBASEBALL™ Federation Focus: FEVEBEISBOL featured in WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS

09/08/2023

Players can participate in the FEVEBEISBOL CUP via WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS, which you can download at the PlayStation online store or the Nintendo eShop. The week-long event is scheduled from 14 to 20 August.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/ebaseball-federation-focus-fevebeisbol-featured-in-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros

eBASEBALL™ Federation Focus: CTBA celebrates being first Federation featured in WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS

02/08/2023

Players can participate in the CTBA CUP via WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS, which you can download at the PlayStation online store or the Nintendo eShop. The week-long event is scheduled from 7 to 13 August. The winner of the CTBA CUP, from Chinese Taipei, will be invited to the eBASEBALL™ exhibition event at the U-18 Baseball World Cup.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/ebaseball-federation-focus-ctba-celebrates-being-first-federation-featured-in-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros

Olympic Esports Series 2023: 10 eBASEBALL™ finalists make their mark on history

15/07/2023

The 10 eBASEBALL™ rising stars with different life stories brought their love of WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS to the table and performed at their best at the Olympic Esports Week 2023.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-esports-series-2023-10-ebaseball-finalists-make-their-mark-on-history

WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS captivates global audiences at Olympic Esports Week Singapore 2023

11/07/2023

The world’s first Olympic Esports Series, of which baseball was one of 10 virtual sports, culminated with the live finals in Singapore where the WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS competition amassed nearly two million views online.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-captivates-global-audiences-at-olympic-esports-week-singapore-2023

Reliving the thrilling finals: WBSC Virtual Cup airs on SBS Sports Channel

07/07/2023

Relive the enthralling finals of last year’s WBSC Virtual Cup and delve into the captivating behind-the-scenes journey with players from Korea, the United States, Japan and Mexico.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/reliving-the-thrilling-finals-wbsc-virtual-cup-airs-on-sbs-sports-channel

WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS - DAZN CUP tournaments underway

28/06/2023

Back to back tournaments for the DAZN CUP started on 25 June 5pm (European time).

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/dazn-cup-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-tournaments-underway

Olympic Esports Series WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS Success: SHORA targets triple crown after claiming 2023 title

26/06/2023

"I am already nervous about winning the third...but of course, I will do my best," SHORA said after two days of exciting finals action of the first Olympic Esports Series at the Suntec Centre in Singapore.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-esports-series-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-success-shora-targets-triple-crown-after-claiming-2023-title

Olympic Esports Series 2023: Mori "SHORA" Shoma wins WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS event

24/06/2023

The Japanese player, who also won the Olympic Virtual Series baseball event in 2021, is crowned the inaugural Olympic Esports Series 2023 winner in Singapore.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-esports-series-2023-mori-shora-shoma-wins-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-event

Ten eBASEBALL™ players aim for glory at Olympic Esports Week in Singapore

22/06/2023

The inaugural Olympic Esports Series 2023 takes place in Singapore with 10 eBASEBALL™ players aiming for glory after beating nearly 30,000 players to qualify for the event.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/ten-ebaseball-players-aim-for-glory-at-olympic-esports-week-in-singapore

Olympic Esports Series 2023 Finals: Tenth and final participant for WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS confirmed

19/06/2023

The 10 finalists will compete in the WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS finals from 23-25 June in Singapore.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-esports-series-finals-tenth-and-final-participant-for-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-confirmed

Updated WBSC Disciplinary By-Laws and Safeguarding Rules published

19/06/2023

The Executive Committee unanimously approved what the WBSC Integrity Unit and the WBSC Safeguarding Officers recommended. All revised documents are available for download.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/updated-wbsc-disciplinary-by-laws-and-safeguarding-rules-published

Join the eBASEBALL™ Singapore Open and win a chance to compete in the Olympic Esports Series!

14/06/2023

Register now and become part of Olympic Esports Series 2023!

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/join-the-ebaseball-singapore-open-and-win-a-chance-to-compete-in-the-olympic-esports-series

Virtual Baseball: China’s Women’s National Softball Team hosts home run challenge at first-ever Softball Experience Centre

12/06/2023

The event used the WBSC approved virtual baseball simulator STRIKEZON, in the Homerun Derby mode for competition. Each team was formed by two players from any school, teamed with a Women’s National Softball Team athlete, selected randomly.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/virtual-baseball-chinas-womens-national-softball-team-hosts-home-run-challenge-at-first-ever-softball-experience-centre

WBSC and KONAMI confirm finalists for Olympic Esports Finals 2023 Baseball event

08/06/2023

Nearly 30,000 participants played WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS during the Japan and global qualifiers as part of the Olympic Esports Series 2023.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-and-konami-confirm-finalists-for-olympic-esports-finals-2023-baseball-event

Media accreditation open for Olympic Esports Series 2023 finals

30/05/2023

Media have to complete the accreditation form online by Monday, 5 June. The final of the Olympic EsportsSeries 2023 Baseball event is scheduled for 24 June.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/media-accreditation-open-for-olympic-esports-series-2023-finals

Watch WBSC eBASEBALL™: PowerPros Olympic Esports Series finals live; Tickets on sale for Olympic Esports Week

08/05/2023

Ten gamers have qualified for the eBaseball event, scheduled on Saturday, 24 June. The Olympic eBaseball game is WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS, published by KONAMI in February. It can be played on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, or Nintendo Switch.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/watch-wbsc-ebaseball-powerpros-oes-finals-live-tickets-on-sale-for-olympic-esports-week

WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS: Prizes up for grabs for best eBASEBALL™ social players

30/04/2023

The eBASEBALL™ prize winners will be awarded to those who have promoted WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS through powerful storytelling on their social media platforms

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-prizes-up-for-grabs-for-best-ebaseball-social-players

Olympic Esports Series 2023: All set for eBASEBALL™ final qualifier

14/04/2023

Over 20,000 participants from nearly 50 countries have participated in the eBASEBALL™ qualification process for the Olympic Esports Series 2023.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-esports-series-2023-all-set-for-ebaseball-final-qualifier

Olympic Esports Series 2023: Japan online qualifier completed; Global online qualifier starts this week

27/03/2023

Over 10,000 participants played WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS during the Japan Qualifier Online Round as part of the Olympic Esports Series 2023

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-esports-series-2023-japan-online-qualifier-completed-global-online-qualifier-starts-this-week

Early success for WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS across more than 140 countries

20/03/2023

After its release in February, WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS has proven popular with downloads from all corners of the globe

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/early-success-for-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-across-more-than-140-countries

WBSC and KONAMI join forces again for Olympic Esports Series 2023

01/03/2023

Following the success of the Olympic Virtual Series in 2021, where baseball was a huge hit, the WBSC and KONAMI are partnering once again to feature WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS in the Olympic Esports Series 2023.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-and-konami-join-forces-again-for-olympic-esports-series-2023

WBSC and KONAMI team up to release WBSC eBASEBALL™: POWER PROS on Nintendo Switch™ and PlayStation®

09/02/2023

Previous versions of KONAMI’s baseball title have already featured in many successful eSport events, the latest of which was the inaugural edition of the Olympic Virtual Series where the WBSC and KONAMI partnered for the first time in eSport to deliver a successful tournament.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-and-konami-team-up-to-release-wbsc-ebaseball-power-pros-on-nintendo-switch-and-playstation

2022 in Review - Top Stories of the Year

16/01/2023

The top stories in 2022, a year in which baseball and softball returned with a full international events calendar and the introduction of new, exciting disciplines.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/2022-in-review-top-stories-of-the-year

2022 Year in Review: Virtual Cup success strengthens WBSC commitment to eSports

13/12/2022

The Virtual Cup marked a significant milestone in the WBSC's event portfolio, becoming its first eSport competition.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/2022-year-in-review-virtual-cup-success-strengthens-wbsc-commitment-to-esports

Korea's Kimhwanhee win first-ever WBSC Virtual Cup and $10,000 in prize money, bright future ahead for WBSC's latest discipline

27/11/2022

Hwanhee Kim and Chungyong Kim were awarded with the trophy, US$10,000 in prize money and a digital trophy in NFT format. Chungyong Kim was awared as the MVP and received a special edition baseball glove of Oh Ji-hwan, the Korean shortstop at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/koreas-kimhwanhee-win-first-ever-wbsc-virtual-cup-bright-future-ahead-for-wbscs-latest-discipline

Twelve teams descend on Seoul for WBSC Virtual Cup Finals

26/11/2022

Excitement is building for the 12 teams when they compete in the concluding phase of the WBSC Virtual Cup in Seoul, Korea.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-virtual-cup-world-finals-twelve-teams-arrived-in-seoul-korea

WBSC unveils first Virtual Cup trophies

24/11/2022

The WBSC Virtual Cup trophies have been revealed and await the Final Round winners of the first-ever edition on November 27 in Seoul, Korea.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-unveils-first-virtual-cup-trophy

WBSC Virtual Cup World Finals set for Sunday, 27 November in Korea

21/11/2022

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-virtual-cup-world-finals-set-for-sunday-27-november-in-korea

Twelve teams confirmed for WBSC Virtual Cup Finals following completion of Super Round

17/11/2022

The final stage of the first-ever WBSC Virtual Cup will be staged on Sunday, 27 November in Korea.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/twelve-teams-confirmed-for-wbsc-virtual-cup-finals-following-completion-of-super-round

WBSC Virtual Cup Opening Round ends with record number of entries

14/10/2022

The dynamic, open-to-the-public eSport tournament completed its pilot debut on September 30, however the number of participants is already breaking records.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-virtual-cup-opening-round-ends-with-record-number-of-entries

WBSC partners with LEVERADE to award the first-ever NFT digital trophies at Baseball5 World Cup and WBSC Virtual Cup

07/09/2022

The NFT prizes will be handed out in addition to the traditional winners’ medals and trophies.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-partners-with-leverade-to-award-the-first-ever-nft-digital-trophies-at-baseball5-world-cup-and-wbsc-virtual-cup

WBSC names Korea’s Gold Ball Park as Official Equipment and Apparel Supplier for inaugural WBSC Virtual Cup 2022

31/08/2022

Gold Ball Park will also award special prizes to the Virtual Cup winner

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-names-koreas-gold-ball-park-as-official-equipment-and-apparel-supplier-for-inaugural-wbsc-virtual-cup-2022

$10,000 in prize money to be awarded to winner of WBSC Virtual Cup as tournament regulations unveiled

30/08/2022

The tournament is open to everybody, with no age limit or gender restrictions, and is intended for people who do not have prior professional baseball or softball experience.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/-10-000-in-prize-money-to-be-awarded-to-winner-of-wbsc-virtual-cup-as-tournament-regulations-unveiled

Countdown: Inaugural WBSC Virtual Cup to open in one week

25/08/2022

The dynamic e-sport tournament will take place in Korea, Japan, Mexico and Florida (USA). The finals are scheduled for November in Korea.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/countdown-inaugural-wbsc-virtual-cup-to-open-in-one-week

WBSC, KONAMI sign MOU to develop new baseball video game, eSport competition

20/07/2022

The WBSC and Konami Digital Entertainment previously partnered to deliver the baseball event at the inaugural Olympic Virtual Series.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-konami-sign-mou-to-develop-new-baseball-video-game-esport-competition

WBSC Virtual Cup: Dynamic logo and tournament format unveiled

30/06/2022

The new international event is scheduled for launch in four countries in September. The finals are planned to be held in Korea in November.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-virtual-cup-dynamic-logo-and-tournament-format-unveiled

WBSC, Newdin Contents partner to launch Virtual Baseball World Cup competitions

13/01/2022

The format, rules and dates of the inaugural global virtual baseball tournament are currently under development and will be revealed at a later stage.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-newdin-contents-partner-to-launch-virtual-baseball-world-cup-competitions

2021 in Review: Olympic Virtual Series success indicates baseball/softball has bright digital future in eSports

17/12/2021

The WBSC Executive Board included eSports as a discipline of baseball/softball on 12 December 2020. The success of the baseball's popularity in the Olympic Virtual Series showed that virtual baseball/softball has an exciting future ahead.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/2021-in-review-olympic-virtual-series-success-indicates-baseballsoftball-has-bright-digital-future-in-esports

Olympic Virtual Series baseball event hits home run

23/06/2021

“Following the IOC’s lead and building off our successful debut at the Olympic Virtual Series, the WBSC will look to expand its presence in the eSports space, helping to unite, develop and serve a global community of potentially millions of baseball and softball gamers," said WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-virtual-series-baseball-event-hits-home-run

Olympic Virtual Series Baseball Event Finals - Live

23/06/2021

The Olympic Virtual Series Baseball Event starts at 11:00 Central European Time.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-virtual-series-baseball-event-finals-live

Finals of Olympic Virtual Series Baseball event to be broadcast worldwide

16/06/2021

The finals of the Olympic Virtual Series baseball event will be broadcast worldwide on 23 June, Olympic Day.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/finals-of-olympic-virtual-series-baseball-event-to-be-broadcast-worldwide

Finals set for Olympic Virtual Series Baseball event

31/05/2021

The Olympic Channel will stream the finals live on 23 June.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/finals-set-for-olympic-virtual-series-baseball-event

Olympic Virtual Series Baseball event to open Monday, 24 May

20/05/2021

Participants will be able to enter to play in both the PlayStation 4 and the Nintendo Switch Divisions.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/olympic-virtual-series-set-to-open-with-motor-sport-baseball-to-open-24-may

WBSC, KONAMI partner to deliver baseball event at first-ever Olympic Virtual Series

26/04/2021

The OVS will begin on 13 May, with the finals set for 23 June, the annual Olympic Day. The baseball event online qualifier will run from 24-30 May.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-konami-partner-to-deliver-baseball-event-at-first-ever-olympic-virtual-series

New Swiss E-Sports Baseball League already a success

19/01/2021

European baseball's first-ever E-sports competition started on 11 January. The final is scheduled for Wednesday, 24 February.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/new-swiss-e-sports-baseball-league-already-a-success

Switzerland launches Europe's first E-Sports Baseball League

16/12/2020

The Junior (or U-34) tournament will involve 12 teams. The Senior (or Over-35) will have eight participants. The opening is scheduled on 11 January 2021.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/switzerland-launches-europes-first-e-sports-baseball-league

WBSC approves E-Sports as new discipline and virtual version of Baseball/Softball, setting stage for future official World Cup video games

10/12/2020

“The WBSC looks forward to more progressive innovation in the dynamic and youth-focused space of E-Sports and E-Games, which will potentially expand the reach of our sport to millions of gamers and fans,” says WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari.

Permalink: https://www.wbsc.org/en/news/wbsc-approves-e-sports-as-new-discipline-setting-stage-for-future-official-e-baseballsoftball-video-game-world-cups-and-championships