Softball is an offshoot of baseball with deep roots in the United States. So it's no surprise that the United States has dominated softball in the Olympics as much as any team sport in the Games. Since its debut in 1996, the U.S. team has lost just four games in three Olympics, and won the gold medal in all three years. But 2008 could mark the swansong for softball in the Olympics. It will not be played in London in 2012. There's one tournament left. What's at stake? Take a look.
Olympic Softball History: The United States has won three gold medals, with three different silver medalists in the previous three Olympic games. Check:
Athletes: Softball in the Olympics has a short history, but the USA softball team has produced some of most decorated athletes in the Olympics.
Action Image Gallery: Check out some of the great photos from past Olympic softball tournaments.
