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The 11th Baseball For All Nationals, the largest girls' baseball tournament in U.S. history, took place in Rockford from July 19 to 25, featuring nearly 1,000 players aged 6-18 from the U.S. and abroad, with an estimated $1.7 million economic impact.
An 18‑year‑old star, historic tournaments and a renewed focus on female athletes are reshaping baseball in the Midwest.
The Women’s Baseball World Cup in Rockford, Illinois, brought together more than 7,000 attendees, filled 3,500 hotel rooms and is projected to have generated close to $3 million in economic activity for the city.
After 16 years at the helm, Tom Guse resigned from Rockford Lutheran, where he led the Crusaders to three state tournament appearances, five sectional titles and eight regional championships.
Beth Greenwood, a University of Rochester graduate, is set to make history as part of the inaugural season of the Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL). Selected by the Boston Hunters, she will play catcher and serve as Director of Baseball Development at Baseball For All, while the league prepares to launch its first games in Springfield, Illinois, on August 1.
Beth Greenwood, a 24‑year‑old catcher from Rochester, will play for the Boston Hunters in the first‑ever Women's Professional Baseball League, set to debut in August with games streamed live on YouTube.
The city of Rockford, Illinois, is set to host a series of women’s and girls’ baseball events, beginning with the reopening of Beyer Stadium, the longtime home of the Rockford Peaches, whose story intertwines with World War II history, a Hollywood film, and a museum exhibit that together aim to preserve the pioneering spirit of the All‑American Girls Professional Baseball League.
Margie Lawrence's new downtown Rockford exhibit honors the pioneering women of the All‑American Girls Professional Baseball League, highlighting their athletic prowess and the societal expectations they navigated.
The reopening of Beyer Stadium in Rockford marks the first phase of a three‑phase campus aimed at providing a permanent home for girls and women in baseball, while upcoming events like the Women’s Baseball World Cup highlight the sport’s expanding reach.
Nearly 200 fans gathered in Rockford for a luncheon honoring the All‑American Girls Professional Baseball League and the cultural impact of the film that inspired a new era for women’s baseball.
Soccer enthusiasts converged at Hard Rock Casino Rockford on July 25, 2026, to experience the World Soccer Championship Final on a massive LED screen with premium sound, while snagging limited‑edition gear.
The United States women's baseball team opened its 2026 WBSC World Cup campaign with a commanding 24‑5 win over Mexico, improving to 2‑0 and setting up a pivotal matchup against Australia.
The Baseball for All National Tournament has turned Rockford into a hub for girls' baseball, featuring teams from around the world and highlighting the historic legacy of the Rockford Peaches.
Two youth flag football teams from the Rockford Park District have secured spots in the NFL Flag Championships, set to take place in Westfield, Indiana, after a season of regional competition.
The upcoming World Cup will showcase international teams while a special meal celebrates former AAGPBL star Maybelle Blair and a hospital visit from the iconic clown.
From July 21 to 26, McDonald’s will serve a limited‑edition Maybelle Blair Meal and lead a donation drive for Ronald McDonald House Charities during the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup in Rockford, Illinois.
Avarie Manis, a ten‑year‑old baseball enthusiast from Eugene, Oregon, will compete next month with the 12U California Waves at the Baseball for All Nationals, highlighting the growing role of girls on boys' teams.
Former NFL center Peter Konz and local coach Brad Webb host a free, four‑day youth football camp in Rockford, Illinois, emphasizing skill training, mentorship, and community values for children in grades 2 through 8.
USA Baseball reveals a 20‑player roster featuring 14 alumni and six newcomers from 13 states, with veterans Meggie Meidlinger and Kelsie Whitmore set for their ninth and tenth appearances, as the team eyes a gold medal at the 2027 World Cup.
Antti Tuomisto’s breakout third season with the Griffins showcases career‑high stats, milestone games and top AHL rankings.
Three Rockford‑area high school baseball programs saw their seasons end in the Sectional Finals, each falling to a different opponent while concluding the year with solid win totals.
Free football camps led by professional athletes teach discipline, teamwork, and dedication to regional youth in Rockford, Illinois.