By Zane Miller
On Thursday, August 21st, 2008, Japan defeated the United States 3-1 to win the fourth gold medal in Olympic softball history. It was the first gold medal for Japan in Olympic softball. The United States earned the silver medal, as Australia took bronze after losing to Japan 4-3 in 12 innings. The tournament was held in China, with Beijing as the host city.
2008 Final Standings
1. Japan (6-1, .857) (Gold)
2. United States (7-0, 1.000) (Silver)
3. Australia (5-2, .714) (Bronze)
4. Canada (3-4, .429)
5. Chinese Taipei (2-5, .286)
6. China (2-5, .286)
7. Venezuela (2-5, .286)
8. Netherlands (1-6, .143)
Game Results
Medalists final game starting lineups
Link to stats database: https://digital.la84.org/digital/collection/p17103coll8/id/66073/rec/1
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