At just 23 years old , Cody Smith is already proving he belongs on the world’s biggest fastpitch stages. A utility player wearing jersey #11 , Cody enters the 2025 ISC season with The Bar Buzz , following a 2024 campaign with the Circle Tap Dukes . Hailing from Melbourne, Australia , Cody’s versatility, confidence, and team-first mentality make him a key piece of any lineup he’s part of—both on and off the field. Off the diamond, he brings that same focus and energy to his work as a primary school teacher . From Cricket to Fastpitch Cody’s introduction to fastpitch came by chance. “I was a 12-year-old cricketer , and a mate needed someone to fill in for his softball team,” he explains. “The moment I played, I was hooked.” What kept him around? The possibility of Australian national selection and, more importantly, the lifelong friendships he found in the sport. From juggling softball with other sports to managing expectations at a high level, Cody has leaned on a group of mentors—including the Jansen family, Jon Hudson, Kris Kiefel, Michael Dyson and Phil Puketapu —to help guide his journey.