NPF Playoffs
Bandits upset the Pride in 10-3 rout for the title
In a 10-3 upset over league favorites USSSA Pride, the Chicago Bandits became the first team to recapture the Cowles Cup.
By Graham Hays
Photo Gallery: NPF Championship
Dina T. KwitChicago Bandits take the title
The Chicago Bandits beat the USSSA Pride to win the NPF Championship. See how it all went down.
Straight from the Pros
NPF players chat about playing professionally
Softball legend Yvette Girouard talks with some of the NPF players about what it's like to play in the league and the difficulties of playing the sport professionally.
Bandits steal late win from Pride
Aug 21 | By Graham Hays
Keeping their cool, Goler and Abbott carry Bandits
Aug 19 | By Graham Hays
Softball stars feel connected to rebuilding Japan
Aug 18 | By Graham Hays
No doubt, Pride are the team to beat
Aug 18 | By Patricia Lee
NPF Championship: Final
Jennie Finch breaks down the Bandits' win
Softball legends Jennie Finch and Leah Amico catch up with members with of the champion Chicago Bandits team.
Postgame Interview
Monica Abbott reflects win
Monica Abbott of the Chicago Bandits talks about her pitching performance in a seven inning, eight strikeout victory over the Akron Racers 8-1 Thursday.
Playing for Love
Jessica Mendoza talks softball
Ever wondered why Jessica Mendoza loves softball? Watch as she talks about the sport, the Olympics and the National Pro Fastpitch league.
Previewing the NPF Facilities
Jennie Finch tours the championship field
Can't be there in Sulphur, La. to check out the National Pro Fastpitch softball championship facilities? Don't worry -- Jennie Finch is here to give you the inside scoop.
NPF Playoffs
Dates: August 18-21, 2011
Location: Sulphur, La.
NPF Championship: Game 1
Jennie Finch breaks down the Bandits' win
Softball legend Jennie Finch offers up her analysis of the first game in the NPF championship series.