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It's the U.S. Elite squad vs. American Samoa in the International Cup softball tournament Friday at Devon Park in Oklahoma City.
Follow along for live updates:
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The U.S. Elite vs American Samoa game starts at 4 p.m. Friday from Devon Park.
The U.S. Elite vs American Samoa game will stream on ESPN.
More: Get to know OSU, OU softball legends on Team USA rosters for 2026 International Cup
July 30-August 3 at Devon Park:
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.
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: USA Softball Elite vs American Samoa live updates: Where to watch International Cup game
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Follow along for live updates:
More: USA Softball 'really connected' at International Cup even with short turnaround
International Cup softball live score updates: U.S. Elite vs. American Samoa
| ▫ | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | - | F |
| USA | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| SAM | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
More: Who will make Team USA softball for 2028 Olympics in OKC? We make our predictions
What time is U.S. Elite vs American Samoa today? When is International Cup softball game today?
- Date: Friday, July 31
- Time: 4 p.m.
The U.S. Elite vs American Samoa game starts at 4 p.m. Friday from Devon Park.
What channel is U.S. Elite vs American Samoa on today? Where to watch International Cup softball game on TV, streaming
- Streaming: ESPN+ (here's how to stream it live)
The U.S. Elite vs American Samoa game will stream on ESPN.
More: Get to know OSU, OU softball legends on Team USA rosters for 2026 International Cup
What is the International Cup schedule?
July 30-August 3 at Devon Park:
Thursday, July 30
- Game 1: Japan 5, American Samoa 0
- Game 2: Canada 3, China 1
- Game 3:U.S. Elite 6, Chinese Taipei 4 (8)
- Game 4: USWNT 12, Australia 0 (4)
Friday, July 31
- Game 5: Japan vs. Chinese Taipei, 10 a.m. (USASoftball.TV)
- Game 6: China vs. Australia, 1 p.m. (USASoftball.TV)
- Game 7: U.S. Elite vs. American Samoa, 4 p.m. (ESPN+)
- Game 8: Canada vs. U.S. women's national team, 7 p.m. (ESPN+)
Saturday, Aug. 1
- Game 9: American Samoa vs. Chinese Taipei, 10 a.m. (USASoftball.TV)
- Game 10: Canada vs. Australia, 1 p.m. (USASoftball.TV)
- Game 11: U.S. women's national team vs. China, 4 p.m. (ESPN+)
- Game 12: U.S. Elite vs. Japan, 7 p.m. (ESPN+)
Sunday, Aug. 2
- Game 13: Group A #4 vs. Group B #3, 10 a.m.
- Game 14: Group B #4 vs. Group A #3, 1 p.m.
- Game 15: Group B #2 vs. Group A #1, 4 p.m.
- Game 16: Group A #2 vs. Group B #1, 7 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 3
- Game 17: Game 13 loser vs. Game 14 loser, 9 a.m.
- Game 18: Game 13 winner vs. Game 14 winner, noon
- Game 19: Game 15 loser vs. Game 16 loser, 3 p.m.
- Game 20: Game 15 winner vs. Game 16 winner, 7 p.m.
Who is on U.S. Elite Team roster?
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.
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: USA Softball Elite vs American Samoa live updates: Where to watch International Cup game
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