Tele Jennings and Sina Talataina join American Samoa national softball team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 6:52 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Arizona Wildcats players Tele Jennings and Sina Talataina have been selected to represent the American Samoa national softball team. The team will compete in the Canada Cup in Surrey, British Columbia, from July 6-12. This national team roster is significant as American Samoa prepares for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Jennings previously transferred to Arizona and had an impressive breakout season, while Talataina contributed as the team's first baseman this season.
- •Jennings and Talataina represent American Samoa at the Canada Cup.
- •The tournament runs from July 6-12 in Surrey, British Columbia.
- •American Samoa is targeting the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
- •Jennings had a breakout season after transferring to Arizona.
- •Talataina started as Arizona's first baseman this season.
- 6:52 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona’s Tele Jennings, Sina Talataina make American Samoa national softball team
"The two Arizona Wildcats will represent their heritage on the international stage
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