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Natasha Renee Watley (born November 27, 1981) is an American, former collegiate four-time first-team All-American, two-time medal winning Olympian, retired seven-time pro-All-Star softball player. Watley played college softball at UCLA, and helped the Bruins win a national championship.
Learn about Natasha Watley, a softball legend who won Olympic gold and silver medals, three World Championships and was inducted into the Hall of Fame. Explore her achievements, empowerment initiatives and speaking engagements.
Jul 8, 2021 · Natasha Watley was a four-time All-American shortstop for the UCLA Bruins, where she led them to a national championship in 2003. She was the first African-American female to be...
EXPERIENCE. 2010: World Championship and World Cup Gold medalist. 2009: Gold medalist at the Canada Cup, World Cup and Japan Cup. - Started in all 20 games played with a .517 average and 30 hits on the season. - Scored a team-tying high seven runs at the World Cup and no errors at shortstop.
2016 Japan Softball League Champion, Team Toyota. As a motivational keynote speaker and philanthropist, Natasha Watley empowers the next generation of athletes. Learn more about the former Olympian.
Aug 6, 2020 · Natasha is the first Black woman to play softball in the Olympics for Team USA. She is a two-time Olympic medalist, winning gold in 2004 and silver in 2008. She holds the Olympic record for stolen bases.
Jul 26, 2023 · Natasha Watley, the first Black player to appear for Team USA softball in the Olympics, is also a two-time medalist and a founder of the Natasha Watley Foundation. The foundation aims to diversify and grow the sport by supporting young girls from underserved communities through mentorship, equipment and scholarships.
