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Rockford to Host 2027 Women’s Baseball World Cup Finals

Rockford will host the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Finals from July 19-25, 2027, at Rivets Stadium in Loves Park, following its 2026 Group Stage hosting.

Rockford, Illinois, will host the World Baseball Softball Confederation Women’s Baseball World Cup Finals from July 19-25, 2027, at Rivets Stadium in Loves Park. The city previously hosted the Group Stage in July 2026, marking the first time the event has been held in Illinois.

Tickets and schedule details will be announced soon. The city is also renovating Beyer Stadium at Maybelle Park, with a professional‑grade natural grass surface expected by next summer, underscoring Rockford’s commitment to world‑class women’s baseball.