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Twelve Bruins compete in AUSL season as players and coaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 12:49 AM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Twelve Bruins compete in AUSL season as players and coaches

Summary

The Athletes Unlimited Softball League kicks off its second season with a record 12 former UCLA softball players participating. Among the athletes, Megan Grant, Taylor Tinsley, and Jordan Woolery are making their league debuts after a successful season with UCLA. The Utah Talons have the most former Bruins, featuring five players along with UCLA coaching staff members. Other teams, such as the Oklahoma City Sparks and Texas Volts, also include several former Bruins. AUSL Commissioner Kim Ng aims to establish the league as the 'MLB of softball,' supported by a $10 million contribution from Major League Baseball.

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By the Numbers

•AUSL's second season features a league-high 12 Bruins.
•Megan Grant, Taylor Tinsley, and Jordan Woolery debut in the league.
•Utah Talons include five former Bruins and prominent UCLA coaching staff.
•AUSL is backed by MLB with a $10 million donation.
•Commissioner Kim Ng aims to develop AUSL into softball's top league.

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The Athletes Unlimited Softball League is filled with former UCLA softball players. Twelve former Bruins will be competing on one of the six different AUSL teams. There are also four Bruins serving as general managers or coaches in the AUSL this season. After leading UCLA to the Women’s College World Series this season, three Bruins […] The post League-High 12 Bruins Competing in AUSL’s Season Season in History appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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