Softball Spotlight: Cairah Curran has been selected for the American Samoa National Women’s Team, putting the territory on the international stage as the squad chases 2028 Olympic qualification through events starting in July 2026 in Canada. Youth Sports & Hosting: American Samoa has been awarded the WBSC Oceania 15U Women’s Softball World Cup Qualifier (July 21–24 at Tony Solaita Field), a first for the territory and a boost after last year’s strong U15 showing. Flag Football Pathway: The American Samoa National Football Federation hosted a dinner to launch its flag football program, outlining how local athletes can build toward international competition and Olympic qualification. Local Football Development: The American Samoa National Football Federation also held an ASNFF dinner promoting international flag football and a long-term pathway for global play. Ocean STEAM Opportunity: A local student, Jhen Allison Paguiligan Seguiwan, was chosen for an Ocean Exploration Trust internship aboard E/V Nautilus to map seafloor between Hawaiʻi and Guam. Independence Entertainment: ASTCA and partners are lining up a big July 4 celebration with women’s cricket, the Fautasi race, international 7s rugby, and a Stan Walker concert plus fireworks and a drone show. Music Industry Talk: Samoan-Argentine producer Jarom Su’a says his beat was used by Drake without credit or payment, highlighting ongoing issues in music rights. Pacific Church News: Elder Gary E. Stevenson ministered across Australia, New Caledonia, Samoa and American Samoa, sharing a message of God’s love across different communities.