Four former Bulldogs will represent at the USA Softball International Cup in Oklahoma City, featuring Samantha Ricketts' team American Samoa and Sierra Sacco-Ferrie on the U.S. Elite team. The tournament runs from July 30 to August 3, showcasing top teams globally with 20 games scheduled. Team American Samoa's roster includes Chloe Malau'ulu, Matalasi Faapito, and Kiarra Sells, who recently made their international debuts at the Canada Cup. The competition will split into two pools, with Team Japan and the U.S. Elite Team facing American Samoa in Group A.

By the Numbers
  • American Samoa previously went 5-5 at the Canada Cup.
  • Malau'ulu batted .500 (12-for-24) at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games.
State of Play
  • Play opens on July 30, with American Samoa vs. Japan at 10 a.m. CT.
  • Sacco-Ferrie鈥檚 U.S. Elite Team faces Chinese Taipei at 4 p.m. the same day.
  • The two Bulldog teams will play against each other on July 31 at 4 p.m. on ESPN+.
What's Next

Following pool play, the top two teams from each group will qualify for the playoffs on August 2, leading to the medal games on August 3.

Bottom Line

This tournament marks a significant opportunity for the former Bulldogs to showcase their skills on an international stage, with the potential for historic advances for both American Samoa and the U.S. Elite teams.