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Published On: August 4th, 2025

If you’re a collegiate softball player looking to compete, grow, and be part of something bigger, Northwoods League Softball (NWLS) is your next move.

This isn’t just summer ball.
It’s a league built for athletes who want more — more visibility, more development, and more opportunities.

Why NWLS?

  • Proven Platform: NWLS is backed by the 30+ year legacy of the Northwoods League, one of the most successful summer collegiate baseball leagues in the country.

  • National Exposure: Every game is streamed on a free app and aired live on ESPN+. No grainy footage. No missed highlights. Your performance gets the spotlight it deserves.

  • Elite Competition: Play alongside and against some of the best collegiate talent in the country. This is where serious athletes come to sharpen their skills.

  • Incredible Community: Grand Forks is ready. From packed stands to strong local support, this city is all-in on women’s sports.

  • Professional Experience: From travel and housing to media coverage and game-day atmosphere, we treat this like the next level — because it is.

If you want to train hard, compete fiercely, and be part of the next big chapter in women’s sports — this is your opportunity.

Join the movement. Play NWLS. Play Grand Forks.