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Six of the top softball teams from around the world will compete in Oklahoma City this weekend during the 2026 International Cup.
After a six-year hiatus, the five-day tournament returns to Devon Park to feature all 36 athletes in the USA Softball pool competing on two 18-player rosters: the Women’s National Team (WNT) and the Women’s Elite Team.
“With so much talent across the game, I recognize the selection committee’s dedication to making challenging decisions to bring together the best of the best,” head coach Patty Gasso said in USA Softball’s roster press release. “Selecting athletes is never easy, but we’re fortunate to have a strong blend of veteran leadership and new talent in the pool.”
The International Cup Women’s National Team includes the 16 athletes selected by the committee to compete in the 2026 WBSC World Cup Group Stage in September, plus an additional two players.
Team USA, ranked No. 2 in the world, opens play on Thursday against a field including No. 1 Japan, No. 4 Canada, No. 8 China, No. 11 Australia and No. 42 American Samoa before the tournament concludes with the medal round on Monday.
Here is a roster breakdown of all 36 athletes representing USA Softball:
More: Who will make Team USA softball for 2028 Olympics in OKC? We make our predictions
Maya Brady, OF: The face of OKC Spark remains in town with her renowned left-hand swing that led the AUSL this season in home runs. Paired with her elite outfield range and ability, she has become one of Team USA’s biggest stars.
Alyssa Brito, UTL: A former Oklahoma standout who won three national championships, Brito is a versatile utility player capable of playing everywhere from third base to the outfield. She brings just as much production at the plate, going 5 for 7 with two home runs and eight RBIs in four games during Team USA's Down Under Series in December 2025.
Erin Coffel, INF: Fresh off her collegiate career at Kentucky, Coffel made an immediate impact in the AUSL, earning 2025 MVP and Hitter of the Year honors with her elite power and ability to send any pitch out of the park.
Jayda Coleman, OF: The former Sooner star who led OU to four consecutive title runs is coming straight off another championship season with the Utah Talons in the AUSL. Coleman is known for her highlight-reel defensive plays and superior left-handed bat.
Montana Fouts, RHP: This former Alabama star led Team USA to a gold medal at the 2022 World Games with a 0.00 ERA. As a member of the AUSL championship-winning Utah Falcons, Fouts also recorded the league’s best win-loss record this season.
Rachel Garcia, RHP: One of the two Olympians on this team, the veteran was part of Team USA’s silver medal squad at the 2020 Olympics. With extensive international experience and a standout collegiate career that included National Player of the Year honors, she brings valuable leadership to this team.
Megan Grant, UTL: The UCLA graduate has a rare ability to switch between infield and outfield relatively seamlessly. A two-sport athlete, she was also a member of UCLA’s 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship team during her senior year.
Janae Jefferson, INF: This decorated Texas alum helped Team USA capture a gold medal at the 2022 World Games. An elite all-around athlete, she combines a powerful bat with defensive excellence at second base.
Tiare Jennings, INF: Another Sooner and familiar face in Oklahoma returns home. A natural leader on the field, Jennings brings extensive experience as a run producer while providing exceptional defense at every position she plays.
Lexi Kilfoyl, RHP: The Oklahoma State product features an elite downward-breaking sinker and an ability to strike out even the game’s best hitters, making her a crucial asset on the team’s pitching rotation.
More: Oklahoma State softball offseason primer: What are five biggest questions for Cowgirls?
Kayla Kowalik, C/OF: Kowalik is a rare catcher-outfield hybrid who brings a high-contact bat, making her a valuable addition to a limited roster where versatility is essential.
Aubrey Leach, UTL: This flexible defender has been on Team USA rosters since graduating from Tennessee in 2019. Known for her ability to get on base, she brings elite on-base skills and sets the table for one of the most talented lineups in the game.
Kelly Maxwell, LHP: Maxwell spent four seasons at OSU before transferring to OU, where she became a key contributor on the Sooners’ 2024 national championship team. She already has international experience, helping Team USA earn a silver medal at the 2024 WBSC Women’s World Cup with 14 strikeouts during the tournament.
Dejah Mulipola, C: Another Olympic silver medalist from the 2020 Games, Mulipola brings valuable international experience to Team USA. Known for her powerful throwing arm behind the plate, she remains one of the program’s top catchers.
Karlyn Pickens, RHP: The former Tennessee ace is recognized for throwing the fastest pitch in NCAA softball history at 79.4 miles per hour. She debuted for Team USA during the 2025 Down Under Series, going 2-0 in the circle with a 0.00 ERA and eight strikeouts through six innings.
Skylar Wallace, INF: A former Florida standout, Wallace combines elite speed and power to impact the game in multiple ways, creating runs at the plate while providing dependable defense in the infield.
Jocelyn Erickson, C: One of two International Cup additions to the roster, Erickson is one of the nation’s top catchers. The Florida standout is known for her high softball IQ, defensive skills and ability to control the game from behind the plate.
Hannah Flippen, UTL: Another addition to the WNT roster for this tournament, Flippen is a longtime member of Team USA who brings extensive leadership experience and versatility as a go-to infielder.
More: What did we learn from OKC Spark's debut season in AUSL? Here are five takeaways
Reese Atwood, C: The former Texas slugger and two-time NCAA champion brings an elite combination of power and arm strength, making her one of the nation’s premier power hitters and a standout catcher with the potential to become a future cornerstone for Team USA.
NiJaree Canady, RHP: The former Texas Tech ace has already built one of the most historic legacies in softball, becoming the first million-dollar college softball player through NIL. With elite velocity and movement in the circle, she is emerging as one of the sport’s most dominant pitchers.
Ally Carda, RHP: A veteran and member of the 2020 Olympic silver medalist team, Carda has been a part of Team USA rosters for nearly a decade. Her ability to force ground balls makes her a valuable leader on the pitching staff.
Megan Faraimo, RHP: Faraimo is a reliable cornerstone of Team USA’s pitching rotation, using a versatile mix of movement and pitches to keep hitters off balance. Since graduating from UCLA in 2023, she has gained extensive international experience on the world championship stage.
Aleena Garcia, INF: One of five current college athletes on the roster, Garcia has quickly established herself as one of the most reliable defensive infielders in the game. Coming off her sophomore season at UCLA, she provides stability with her consistent glove and pairs it with clutch hitting.
Gabbie Garcia, INF: An incoming junior at OU, Garcia remains home with her quick reflexes and strong defensive instincts that make her an exceptional infielder for this roster.
Ana Gold, INF: The 2025 AUSL Rookie of the Year is a dependable corner infielder with a powerful bat that Team USA can count on to drive in runs during clutch moments.
Savannah Jaquish, C/INF: Jaquish is a highly experienced backstop who has been in international competition for over a decade. Her versatility to play catcher and infield positions makes her an excellent choice that Team USA keeps benefitting from.
Teagan Kavan, RHP: Coming off back-to-back NCAA championships at Texas during her sophomore and junior seasons, Kavan has established herself as one of the country’s rising pitching stars. With excellent poise and mechanical consistency, she provides promising depth to Team USA’s pitching rotation.
Baylee Klingler, INF: The former Washington star and Triple Crown winner has become a steady contributor for Team USA with her consistent offensive production in both power hitting and batting average.
Sydney McKinney: A current OKC Spark player, McKinney is a high-average hitter who uses her elite speed to beat out infield singles and create constant pressure on the basepaths.
Bubba Nickels-Camarena, OF: The 2026 Olympic silver medalist and current Spark player is a highly dependable outfield leader as well as an experienced power hitter on international stages.
Sharlize Palacios, C: Palacios is a defensive anchor who seamlessly handles diverse pitching rotations behind the plate. She also brings a clutch postseason track record, delivering in high-pressure moments.
Keilani Ricketts, LHP: The two-time OU national champion is one of the most decorated players in USA Softball history. Her left-hand dominance in the circle continues makes her a reliable asset.
Sierra Sacco-Ferrie, OF: Sacco’s speed makes her an exceptional outfielder and base steeler. She tracks down fly balls effortlessly and provides consistent scoring on the professional stage.
Taylor Shumaker, OF: The incoming junior at Florida was added to the pool after a dominant offensive season and a perfect fielding percentage in the outfield, making her a valuable newcomer.
Kendall Wells, C: The catcher coming off her freshman season at OU impressed Team USA coaches with her defensive confidence, advanced skills behind the plate and raw power in the batter’s box.
Morgan Zerkle, OF: A veteran on the team, Zerkle has world-class speed and a slap-hitting approach that creates havoc on base paths.
More: OU softball offseason primer: What are five biggest questions for Patty Gasso's Sooners?
At Devon Park:
Game 1: American Samoa vs. Japan, 10 a.m. (USASoftball.TV)
Game 2: China vs. Canada, 1 p.m. (USASoftball.TV)
Game 3: U.S. Elite vs. Chinese Taipei, 4 p.m. (ESPN+)
Game 4: Australia vs. U.S. women's national team, 7 p.m. (ESPN+)
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Get to know OSU, OU softball legends on Team USA rosters for 2026 International Cup
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After a six-year hiatus, the five-day tournament returns to Devon Park to feature all 36 athletes in the USA Softball pool competing on two 18-player rosters: the Women’s National Team (WNT) and the Women’s Elite Team.
“With so much talent across the game, I recognize the selection committee’s dedication to making challenging decisions to bring together the best of the best,” head coach Patty Gasso said in USA Softball’s roster press release. “Selecting athletes is never easy, but we’re fortunate to have a strong blend of veteran leadership and new talent in the pool.”
The International Cup Women’s National Team includes the 16 athletes selected by the committee to compete in the 2026 WBSC World Cup Group Stage in September, plus an additional two players.
Team USA, ranked No. 2 in the world, opens play on Thursday against a field including No. 1 Japan, No. 4 Canada, No. 8 China, No. 11 Australia and No. 42 American Samoa before the tournament concludes with the medal round on Monday.
Here is a roster breakdown of all 36 athletes representing USA Softball:
More: Who will make Team USA softball for 2028 Olympics in OKC? We make our predictions
U.S. Women’s National Team
Maya Brady, OF: The face of OKC Spark remains in town with her renowned left-hand swing that led the AUSL this season in home runs. Paired with her elite outfield range and ability, she has become one of Team USA’s biggest stars.
Alyssa Brito, UTL: A former Oklahoma standout who won three national championships, Brito is a versatile utility player capable of playing everywhere from third base to the outfield. She brings just as much production at the plate, going 5 for 7 with two home runs and eight RBIs in four games during Team USA's Down Under Series in December 2025.
Erin Coffel, INF: Fresh off her collegiate career at Kentucky, Coffel made an immediate impact in the AUSL, earning 2025 MVP and Hitter of the Year honors with her elite power and ability to send any pitch out of the park.
Jayda Coleman, OF: The former Sooner star who led OU to four consecutive title runs is coming straight off another championship season with the Utah Talons in the AUSL. Coleman is known for her highlight-reel defensive plays and superior left-handed bat.
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Montana Fouts, RHP: This former Alabama star led Team USA to a gold medal at the 2022 World Games with a 0.00 ERA. As a member of the AUSL championship-winning Utah Falcons, Fouts also recorded the league’s best win-loss record this season.
Rachel Garcia, RHP: One of the two Olympians on this team, the veteran was part of Team USA’s silver medal squad at the 2020 Olympics. With extensive international experience and a standout collegiate career that included National Player of the Year honors, she brings valuable leadership to this team.
Megan Grant, UTL: The UCLA graduate has a rare ability to switch between infield and outfield relatively seamlessly. A two-sport athlete, she was also a member of UCLA’s 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship team during her senior year.
Janae Jefferson, INF: This decorated Texas alum helped Team USA capture a gold medal at the 2022 World Games. An elite all-around athlete, she combines a powerful bat with defensive excellence at second base.
Tiare Jennings, INF: Another Sooner and familiar face in Oklahoma returns home. A natural leader on the field, Jennings brings extensive experience as a run producer while providing exceptional defense at every position she plays.
Lexi Kilfoyl, RHP: The Oklahoma State product features an elite downward-breaking sinker and an ability to strike out even the game’s best hitters, making her a crucial asset on the team’s pitching rotation.
More: Oklahoma State softball offseason primer: What are five biggest questions for Cowgirls?
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Kayla Kowalik, C/OF: Kowalik is a rare catcher-outfield hybrid who brings a high-contact bat, making her a valuable addition to a limited roster where versatility is essential.
Aubrey Leach, UTL: This flexible defender has been on Team USA rosters since graduating from Tennessee in 2019. Known for her ability to get on base, she brings elite on-base skills and sets the table for one of the most talented lineups in the game.
Kelly Maxwell, LHP: Maxwell spent four seasons at OSU before transferring to OU, where she became a key contributor on the Sooners’ 2024 national championship team. She already has international experience, helping Team USA earn a silver medal at the 2024 WBSC Women’s World Cup with 14 strikeouts during the tournament.
Dejah Mulipola, C: Another Olympic silver medalist from the 2020 Games, Mulipola brings valuable international experience to Team USA. Known for her powerful throwing arm behind the plate, she remains one of the program’s top catchers.
Karlyn Pickens, RHP: The former Tennessee ace is recognized for throwing the fastest pitch in NCAA softball history at 79.4 miles per hour. She debuted for Team USA during the 2025 Down Under Series, going 2-0 in the circle with a 0.00 ERA and eight strikeouts through six innings.
Skylar Wallace, INF: A former Florida standout, Wallace combines elite speed and power to impact the game in multiple ways, creating runs at the plate while providing dependable defense in the infield.
Jocelyn Erickson, C: One of two International Cup additions to the roster, Erickson is one of the nation’s top catchers. The Florida standout is known for her high softball IQ, defensive skills and ability to control the game from behind the plate.
Hannah Flippen, UTL: Another addition to the WNT roster for this tournament, Flippen is a longtime member of Team USA who brings extensive leadership experience and versatility as a go-to infielder.
More: What did we learn from OKC Spark's debut season in AUSL? Here are five takeaways
U.S. Elite Team
Reese Atwood, C: The former Texas slugger and two-time NCAA champion brings an elite combination of power and arm strength, making her one of the nation’s premier power hitters and a standout catcher with the potential to become a future cornerstone for Team USA.
NiJaree Canady, RHP: The former Texas Tech ace has already built one of the most historic legacies in softball, becoming the first million-dollar college softball player through NIL. With elite velocity and movement in the circle, she is emerging as one of the sport’s most dominant pitchers.
Ally Carda, RHP: A veteran and member of the 2020 Olympic silver medalist team, Carda has been a part of Team USA rosters for nearly a decade. Her ability to force ground balls makes her a valuable leader on the pitching staff.
Megan Faraimo, RHP: Faraimo is a reliable cornerstone of Team USA’s pitching rotation, using a versatile mix of movement and pitches to keep hitters off balance. Since graduating from UCLA in 2023, she has gained extensive international experience on the world championship stage.
Aleena Garcia, INF: One of five current college athletes on the roster, Garcia has quickly established herself as one of the most reliable defensive infielders in the game. Coming off her sophomore season at UCLA, she provides stability with her consistent glove and pairs it with clutch hitting.
Gabbie Garcia, INF: An incoming junior at OU, Garcia remains home with her quick reflexes and strong defensive instincts that make her an exceptional infielder for this roster.
Ana Gold, INF: The 2025 AUSL Rookie of the Year is a dependable corner infielder with a powerful bat that Team USA can count on to drive in runs during clutch moments.
Savannah Jaquish, C/INF: Jaquish is a highly experienced backstop who has been in international competition for over a decade. Her versatility to play catcher and infield positions makes her an excellent choice that Team USA keeps benefitting from.
Teagan Kavan, RHP: Coming off back-to-back NCAA championships at Texas during her sophomore and junior seasons, Kavan has established herself as one of the country’s rising pitching stars. With excellent poise and mechanical consistency, she provides promising depth to Team USA’s pitching rotation.
Baylee Klingler, INF: The former Washington star and Triple Crown winner has become a steady contributor for Team USA with her consistent offensive production in both power hitting and batting average.
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Sydney McKinney: A current OKC Spark player, McKinney is a high-average hitter who uses her elite speed to beat out infield singles and create constant pressure on the basepaths.
Bubba Nickels-Camarena, OF: The 2026 Olympic silver medalist and current Spark player is a highly dependable outfield leader as well as an experienced power hitter on international stages.
Sharlize Palacios, C: Palacios is a defensive anchor who seamlessly handles diverse pitching rotations behind the plate. She also brings a clutch postseason track record, delivering in high-pressure moments.
Keilani Ricketts, LHP: The two-time OU national champion is one of the most decorated players in USA Softball history. Her left-hand dominance in the circle continues makes her a reliable asset.
Sierra Sacco-Ferrie, OF: Sacco’s speed makes her an exceptional outfielder and base steeler. She tracks down fly balls effortlessly and provides consistent scoring on the professional stage.
Taylor Shumaker, OF: The incoming junior at Florida was added to the pool after a dominant offensive season and a perfect fielding percentage in the outfield, making her a valuable newcomer.
Kendall Wells, C: The catcher coming off her freshman season at OU impressed Team USA coaches with her defensive confidence, advanced skills behind the plate and raw power in the batter’s box.
Morgan Zerkle, OF: A veteran on the team, Zerkle has world-class speed and a slap-hitting approach that creates havoc on base paths.
More: OU softball offseason primer: What are five biggest questions for Patty Gasso's Sooners?
Thursday's games
At Devon Park:
Game 1: American Samoa vs. Japan, 10 a.m. (USASoftball.TV)
Game 2: China vs. Canada, 1 p.m. (USASoftball.TV)
Game 3: U.S. Elite vs. Chinese Taipei, 4 p.m. (ESPN+)
Game 4: Australia vs. U.S. women's national team, 7 p.m. (ESPN+)
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Get to know OSU, OU softball legends on Team USA rosters for 2026 International Cup
Continue reading...
