Effective Date: April 13, 2026
Aspen Eighty is a female-founded, independent digital publication covering the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). We are committed to accurate, fair, and transparent journalism that serves the athletes, fans, and communities who love this sport.
Independence
Aspen Eighty is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or funded by the AUSL, Athletes Unlimited, Major League Baseball, or any individual team, player, or agent. All coverage is independently produced. Our editorial decisions are made solely by our team based on newsworthiness, reader interest, and journalistic standards.
Sourcing Standards
All facts published on Aspen Eighty are verified against primary sources before publication. We rely on publicly available information, official team and league announcements, credentialed press materials, university athletics communications, and verified social media accounts. We do not publish rumors, unverified claims, or speculation presented as fact.
When we reference statistics, records, or historical data, we verify them against official sources including NCAA records, team media guides, and league databases.
Corrections Policy
If we publish an error, we correct it promptly and transparently. Corrections are noted at the top of the affected article with the date the correction was made and a clear description of what was changed. We believe accountability is essential to trust.
If you believe we have published inaccurate information, please contact us at press@aspeneighty.com with specific details, and we will investigate promptly.
Fairness and Respect
We strive to represent all athletes, teams, coaches, and stakeholders fairly and accurately. Our coverage aims to elevate the sport of softball and the women who play it. We do not engage in sensationalism, clickbait, or coverage designed to harm any individual’s reputation without substantial factual basis.
No Pay-for-Play
Aspen Eighty does not accept payment in exchange for editorial coverage. We do not publish sponsored content disguised as news. If we ever introduce sponsored content or advertising, it will be clearly labeled and visually separated from editorial content. Our readers will always know the difference between journalism and promotion.
AI Disclosure
Aspen Eighty may use AI-assisted tools in our editorial workflow, including research, drafting, or data analysis. All content is reviewed, fact-checked, and approved by our editorial team before publication. AI tools help us work faster and cover more ground as an independent outlet, but every article that carries the Aspen Eighty name meets our editorial standards for accuracy and quality.
Athlete Content
We feature stories, statistics, and images of college and professional softball athletes for editorial purposes. All athlete content is published to support and promote these athletes and the sport. We are committed to representing every athlete with dignity and respect.
If you are an athlete or representative with questions or concerns about content on this Site, please contact us at press@aspeneighty.com.
Contact
Questions, tips, or feedback about our editorial standards are welcome at:
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