ISC Saddened by Passing of Former Commissioner James Williamson

Blair Setford • August 22, 2024

Jim Williamson, 88, passes away in Yakima, WA

The ISC is saddened to learn of the passing of former Commissioner Jim Williamson on August 17.


Jim served as a commissioner and vice-president from 2004 - 2012 and was a key player in the growth of the ISC II division, which helped to expand the ISC's reach among teams across North America.


He had a long history in the game going back more than 50 years! Jim was the Yakima Softball Association Executive Director for 43 years. He was a co-founder of the North American Fastpitch Association where he served as Vice-President for 29 years, holds the title of Founder Emeritus and was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 1999.


He was inducted into the Amateur Softball Association Region 15 Hall of Fame in 2011. Jim has also served as a Commissioner for the Washington Amateur Softball Association for 39 years.


We share our condolences with Jim's family. Visitation and funeral service details are available at this link.

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