By Zane Miller
On Tuesday, July 30th, 1996, the United States defeated China 3-1 to win the first gold medal in Olympic softball history. It was the first gold medal for the United States in Olympic softball. China earned the silver medal, as Australia took bronze after losing to China 4-2. The tournament was held in the United States, with Atlanta as the host city.
1996 Final Standings
1. United States (6-1, .857) (Gold)
2. China (5-2, .714) (Silver)
3. Australia (5-2, .714) (Bronze)
4. Japan (5-2, .714)
5. Canada (3-4, .429)
6. Chinese Taipei (2-5, .286)
7. Netherlands (1-6, .143)
8. Puerto Rico (1-6, .143)
Game Results
Medalists final game starting lineups
Link to stats database: digital.la84.org/digital/collection/p17103coll8/id/35754/rec/3
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