Originally Posted by
Hammer
Now, I am curious why the IOC is yanking baseball and softball. I am not an enthusiast myself, but loads of others are.
I was wondering that myself. Basically, it comes down to money. Building baseball and softball stadiums is expensive. According to an article I read in the local paper, the softball venues built for the Athens and Sydney Olympics have hardly been used since the events.
Softball will be out of the 2012 Olympics in London. It may be considered for the 2016 Olympics and beyond.
I'll get back on the bike soon, I promise!