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← 1974 1982 → |
The 1978 ISF Women's World Championship for softball was held in October 1978 in San Salvador, El Salvador. [1]
Canada was given the hosting rights for the tournament in 1975. However the Canadian government withdrew financial support upon learning Taiwan (Republic of China) will be joining. [2] The tournament was later considered to be held in Nagoya, Japan. However Japan also withdrew following pressure by China, which objects to the participation of Taiwan. [2] [3]
South Africa and Rhodesia were dissuaded by the International Softball Federation from accepting their invitations. [4]
United States are the champions. [5]
Final | ||
22 October | ||
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Bronze medal game | ||
22 October | ||
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