The Siren Spotlight series launched with a brilliant longread from Australia baseball star Amy McCann about the long and fascinating history of women’s baseball in Australia.
— Read on sirensport.com.au/baseball/siren-spotlight-a-century-of-baseball-for-women-in-australia/
MLB, in memo, rebukes clubs for ‘unacceptable’ workplace facilities for women employees
In a pointed letter to teams last week, MLB said numerous clubs’ stadiums “fall embarrassingly below the high standards” necessary for women who are part of the game’s traveling parties to do their jobs, according to a copy of the memo obtained by ESPN.
— Read on www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/33990126/mlb-memo-rebukes-clubs-unacceptable-workplace-facilities-women-employees
Facing men in Maui was highlight for women baseball pioneers | Associated Press | winchesterstar.com
Beanie Ketcham and Julie Croteau are believed to have been the first women to play in a league affiliated with Major League Baseball when they were invited to join the
— Read on www.winchesterstar.com/content/tncms/live/
Kelsie Whitmore & ‘The Thing’ take on the Atlantic League – ABC News
Kelsie Whitmore has known for years that without a pro women’s baseball league, her goal of playing ball for a living would require her to hang with the men
— Read on abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/kelsie-whitmore-thing-atlantic-league-84938275
Memphis’ only female preps baseball player signs with college | localmemphis.com
Remi Schaber will play for Hood College, becoming one of just seven women rostered to play baseball at the college level next year.
— Read on www.localmemphis.com/article/sports/memphis-only-female-high-school-baseball-player-signs-to-play-in-college/522-0fb8e5c6-1845-498b-807a-c8de006e3e4c
Houston Astros’ Sara Goodrum on all-sport background, softball stardom at Oregon, and journey to player development role – ABC13 Houston
Sara Goodrum, Astros’ player development director, talks about her journey to the MLB, from her all-sport beginnings to her barrier-breaking hiring.
— Read on abc13.com/houston-astros-mlb-player-development-sara-goodrum-what-baseball-does/11885980/
“An inspiration to baseball fans everywhere” – Rob Manfred wrote a letter of congratulations to Kelsie Whitmore after she broke the glass ceiling and earned a spot on Staten Island FerryHawks
Kelsie Whitmore made history when she inked a deal with the Atlantic League’s Staten Island FerryHawks in April 2022.
— Read on www.sportskeeda.com/baseball/news-an-inspiration-baseball-fans-everywhere-rob-manfred-wrote-letter-congratulations-kelsie-whitmore-broke-glass-ceiling-earned-spot-staten-island-ferryhawks
Jillian Albayati makes history, but Anaheim falls in Division 6 baseball title game – Los Angeles Times
Jillian Albayati became the first female starting pitcher in Southern Section championship baseball history, but Anaheim fell 2-1 to Costa Mesa Estancia.
— Read on www.latimes.com/sports/highschool/story/2022-05-21/jillian-albayati-makes-history-but-anaheim-falls-baseball
Anaheim’s Jillian Albayati makes history as first female pitcher in a CIF-SS baseball title game – Daily News
Anaheim’s Jillian Albayati makes history as first female pitcher in a CIF-SS baseball title game – Daily News
— Read on www.dailynews.com/2022/05/21/anaheims-jillian-albayati-makes-history-as-first-female-pitcher-in-a-cif-ss-title-game/
High Point: Kelsie Whitmore paves path for women in pro baseball
Staten Island Ferryhawks pitcher/outfielder Kelsie Whitmore is paving the path for women in professional baseball
— Read on www.wxii12.com/article/kelsie-whitmore-lone-woman-playing-professional-baseball/40064558
Female pitcher thriving on Lenoir City baseball team
Lenoir City High School senior Elisa Marquez is a pitcher on the baseball team and is believed to be the first girl to record a postseason win in Tennessee, according to TSSAA Director Bernard Childress.
— Read on www.wate.com/sports/in-a-league-of-her-own-lenoir-city-pitcher-making-her-mark-on-the-game/
Sports Illustrated June 2022 Title IX anniversary cover – Sports Illustrated
Women of all ages, eras and levels—from Major League Baseball to rec-league soccer—shared their stories and photos embodying what Title IX means to them. The unique crowd-sourced cover image demonstrates the deep-rooted effect of the 1972 law.
— Read on www.si.com/
Fryer: Anaheim pitcher Jillian Albayati ready to make history in CIF-SS finals – Orange County Register
Fryer: Anaheim pitcher Jillian Albayati ready to make history in CIF-SS finals – Orange County Register
— Read on www.ocregister.com/2022/05/19/fryer-anaheim-pitcher-jillian-albayati-ready-to-make-cif-history-in-cif-ss-finals/
Kelsie Whitmore making history in Atlantic League
NEW YORK — Kelsie Whitmore already has a daily routine figured out: wake up, hit the gym and head to the ballpark. Then, throw with the pitchers, take swings in the cages or batting practice on the field and catch live reads in the outfield. Recovery comes next, and if
— Read on www.mlb.com/news/kelsie-whitmore-making-history-in-atlantic-league
Fort McMurray Minor Baseball welcomes all-girls baseball teams | Fort Mcmurray Today
The Fort McMurray Minor Baseball Association (FMMBA) has added two all-girls teams. The 9U and 13U teams are believed to be the first for the organization.
— Read on www.fortmcmurraytoday.com/news/fort-mcmurray-minor-baseball-welcomes-all-girls-baseball-teams
Women & Sport: NorthJersey.com column for female athletes
We will look at everything from the business side of women’s sports to youth development, from the pros to the rec leagues.
— Read on www.northjersey.com/story/sports/2022/05/20/women-sport-northjersey-com-column-female-athletes-title-ix/9838959002/
Arkansas Travelers new GM in a league of her own as one of baseball’s few female bosses | KLRT – FOX16.com
The Arkansas Travelers are making history this year with Sophie Ozier serving as the club’s general manager, and she is on a mission make a name for herself and other women who are trying to break into a sport long been dominated by heavy hitters.
— Read on www.fox16.com/news/special-reports/arkansas-travelers-new-gm-in-a-league-of-her-own-as-one-of-baseballs-few-female-bosses/
College athlete suicides spark calls for NCAA support – The Washington Post
At least five college athletes have died by suicide in recent months, sparking calls for more support from the NCAA.
— Read on www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2022/05/19/college-athletes-suicide-mental-health/
Jenny Cavnar podcast: Pioneer baseball broadcaster on faith & family
Jenny Cavnar podcast: The Rockies broadcaster on breaking down barriers, living for God, and balancing a family in a demanding career.
— Read on sportsspectrum.com/podcast/2022/05/18/podcast-broadcaster-jenny-cavnar-faith-family/
Broncos’ Kelly Kleine discusses trailblazing women in the NFL, her experiences in the league – CBSSports.com
The NFL highlights Kleine, one of the women in the league making an impact
— Read on www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/broncos-kelly-kleine-discusses-trailblazing-women-in-the-nfl-her-experiences-in-the-league/
Study: Gender hiring up, number of Black players fall in MLB – The Washington Post
A study examining diversity hiring practices finds Major League Baseball with rising gender scores but also a three-decade low for Black players on opening day rosters
— Read on www.washingtonpost.com/sports/mlb/study-gender-hiring-up-number-of-black-players-fall-in-mlb/2022/05/18/e5208a7c-d6ec-11ec-be17-286164974c54_story.html
San Francisco Section baseball title game a family affair as sister beats twin brother at Giants’ ballpark – MaxPreps
MaxPreps News – Isabella Fong’s Washington squad bests Roman’s Lowell club 6-1 as siblings enjoy once-in-a-lifetime moment.
— Read on www.maxpreps.com/m/news/JmooPlnQOkCtY6TV_YGPgg/san-francisco-section-baseball-title-game-a-family-affair-as-sister-beats-twin-brother-at-giants-ballpark.htm
History Made in St. Lucie as Women Coaches Exchange Lineup Cards | Metsmerized Online
For the first time in minor league history, two women represented their teams in the pre-game line-up exchange. Tampa Tarpoons manager Rachel Balkovec went to home plate to exchange the lineups as all managers do. Of course, it is noteworthy in and of itself because she is the first-ever woman hired to manage a minor
— Read on metsmerizedonline.com/history-made-in-st-lucie-as-women-coaches-exchange-lineup-cards/
Athena Clendaniel, a senior at Anchorage’s West High, is a star on the baseball field and in the classroom
Not only has she broken barriers as a baseball pitcher for West High, she’s also among the school’s most decorated students.
— Read on www.adn.com/sports/high-school-sports/2022/05/15/athena-clendaniel-a-senior-at-anchorages-west-high-is-a-star-on-the-baseball-field-and-in-the-classroom/
Ladies set to dominate the diamond | Benoni City Times
Matches are set to take place every Sunday. The league will run from May until August.
— Read on benonicitytimes.co.za/439962/ladies-set-to-dominate-the-diamond/
Gabi Comia’s family is filling the Illinois baseball roster. And the Hanover Central sophomore? She’s ‘just unbelievable.’ – Chicago Tribune
Comia is ranked No. 4 in the class of 2024 by Extra Inning Softball, joining others in the family who have registered on national radars.
— Read on www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/sports/ct-ptb-sof-comia-st-0515-20220513-gwvcm53p2bba7b5lpzkjgz4num-story.html
Lily Everette to become first female to play baseball in the NCISAA in 2023 | WLOS
WLOS –It didn’t take long for a ball and a bat to become Lily Everette’s bread and butter. “Every little kid had that little Tike’s baseball kit. She was on it at fifteen months,” Brad Everette, Lily’s dad recounted. From there, Lily’s passion for the sport continued to grow. “My dad and I just continued to practice in the yard together and then when I turned eight-years-old, I was like ‘dad I want to play in the local rec league,'” said Lily.
— Read on wlos.com/sports/game-changer/lily-everette-to-become-first-female-to-play-baseball-in-the-ncisaa-in-2023
VIDEO — Shift to Positive Behavior by Fans in High School Sports Must Occur to Retain Officials
VIDEO — Shift to Positive Behavior by Fans in High School Sports Must Occur to Retain Officials
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» CSP Elite Baseball Development Podcast: Josiah Gray
» CSP Elite Baseball Development Podcast: Josiah Gray
— Read on ericcressey.com/csp-elite-baseball-development-podcast-josiah-gray
Transcript: No Girls Allowed
The AIAW was the women’s version of the NCAA in the 1970s to 1980s until the NCAA stopped fighting Title IX in courts and staged a takeover.
— Read on www.nbcnews.com/podcast/in-their-court/transcript-no-girls-allowed-n1295323
Girls make Walpole Little League history as starting pitchers in Majors game – Boston 25 News
Girls make Walpole Little League history as starting pitchers in Majors game – Boston 25 News
— Read on www.boston25news.com/news/local/girls-make-walpole-little-league-history-starting-pitchers-majors-game/TSGJ5NN5NNG5JCNQ7VVTVTN3GE/
NHL closing in on seeing its first female coach | Baseball | kdhnews.com
The growing number of women getting hired for management and development roles across the NHL suggests it won’t be long before the league sees its first female coach. Pittsburgh Penguins
— Read on kdhnews.com/content/tncms/live/
Meet the first woman to pitch in pro baseball (Video) | New York Post
Meet the first woman to pitch in pro baseball
May 10, 2022 | 4:10pm
How to break the glass ceiling? With a baseball bat. Staten Island FerryHawks pitcher and outfielder Kelsie Whitemore is the first woman to start in a pro ball league. “First person I called when they wanted to sign me was my dad,” she told The Post. “I said, ‘Guess what, Dad, I’ll be in New York for the summer.’”
Whitemore’s ultimate goal is to play in the majors. Fortunately for her, the independent Atlantic League has seen more than 950 players sign with the big leagues. “She blends right in with everything,” fellow FerryHawks pitcher Matt Solter said. “She comes out, works hard and does everything she needs to do to get ready for the game.”
By Thomas Cook
https://nypost.com/video/meet-the-first-woman-to-pitch-in-pro-baseball/
Portland Sea Dogs Baseball Team Celebrates First Female Coach – NBC News – YouTube
Portland Sea Dogs Baseball Team Celebrates First Female Coach – NBC News – YouTube
Joan Krall spent Mother’s Day throwing out the first pitch at a minor league baseball game in Portland, Maine, alongside her daughter Katie. NBC News’ Tom Llamas explains how Katie is one of 11 women coaching major and minor league baseball this season.
MLB Tonight with Kelsie Whitmore | 05/03/2022 | MLB.com
Harold Reynolds speaks with Kelsie Whitmore on being the first woman to start in an Atlantic League game and breaks down Whitmore’s swing
— Read on www.mlb.com/video/mlb-tonight-with-kelsie-whitmore
Skylar Kaplan doesn’t let her gender define her as a baseball player – CNS Maryland – Yo uTube
Skylar Kaplan doesn’t let her gender define her as a baseball player – CNS Maryland – YouTube
ST. MARY’S CITY, Md. – Skylar Kaplan, a freshman pitcher at Division III St. Mary’s College in Maryland, is one of just nine female baseball players currently playing in the NCAA. Kaplan’s teammates treat her as just another player.
Maia Weinstock | The Remarkable Life of Nanoscience Pioneer Mildred Dresselhaus | Talks at Google
Maia Weinstock | The Remarkable Life of Nanoscience Pioneer Mildred Dresselhaus | Talks at Google
Rice creates major in sport analytics to offer training in rapidly expanding field | Rice News | News and Media Relations | Rice University
Rice creates major in sport analytics to offer training in rapidly expanding field | Rice News | News and Media Relations | Rice University
— Read on news.rice.edu/news/2022/rice-creates-major-sport-analytics-offer-training-rapidly-expanding-field
Apply To Be a High School Official!
Make a difference in your community and become a high school official. #BecomeAnOfficial
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Five girls break baseball’s ‘grass ceiling’ | Sun Community News BOLTON | Baseball players on rare co-ed squad talk about their notoriety, working together, as they compete with Bolton-Schroon Lake
BOLTON | Baseball players on rare co-ed squad talk about their notoriety, working together, as they compete with Bolton-Schroon Lake
— Read on suncommunitynews.com/news/97113/five-girls-break-baseballs-grass-ceiling/
MLB, London announce long-term partnership
MLB, London announce long-term partnership
https://www.mlb.com/news/mlb-announces-long-term-partnership-with-london
Baseball Canada | CANADA AND USA TO PARTICIPATE IN WOMEN’S BASEBALL FRIENDSHIP SERIES
Baseball Canada
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Canada, USA to play Women’s Baseball Friendship Series – World Baseball Softball Confederation
Canada, USA to play Women’s Baseball Friendship Series
— Read on www.wbsc.org/en/news/canada-usa-to-play-womens-baseball-friendship-series
“Throw it!”: Shoulder Injuries in Sports Live Online with Tom Myers and Eric Cressey Online course
Please join Director of Player Health and Performance for the New York Yankees Eric Cressey and Anatomy Trains author Tom Myers for a dynamic two hour Online course
— Read on www.anatomytrains.com/product/throw-it-shoulder-injuries-in-sports-live-online-with-tom-myers-and-eric-cressey-2022-05-15/
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