Rachelle Henley Leads a New Era for Women’s Pro Baseball
Rachelle Henley’s journey through grief and advocacy is reshaping women’s professional baseball, inspiring players and community alike.
Aug 26, 2026
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WPBL’s Inaugural Season Stumbles Over Communication and Compensation
The Women’s Pro Baseball League launched its first season in August 2025, but players face uncertain roster spots, limited communication and salaries that barely cover living costs.
Aug 19, 2026
Trailblazing Coach Rocky Henley Makes History in Women’s Pro Baseball
From founding the San Francisco Bay Sox to leading the New York Heights against the Firebells, Rocky Henley’s career reshapes the landscape of women’s professional baseball.
Aug 15, 2026
Rocky Henley Transforms Women’s Baseball in the Bay Area
A pioneering coach, Rocky Henley has built the largest all‑girls baseball program in the country, guided dozens of athletes into professional leagues, and broken new ground as the first female manager in a men‑dominated sport.
Aug 15, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Opens Inaugural Season in Springfield
The Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) launched its first season on August 1, 2026, in Springfield, Illinois, reviving professional women’s baseball after seven decades and showcasing both triumphs and logistical hurdles.
Aug 5, 2026
Girls’ Baseball Tournament ‘Baseball For All’ Sets Record in Rockford
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.
Aug 3, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Launches in Springfield
The newly formed Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) opens its first games in Springfield, Illinois, featuring teams such as the Boston Hunters and Los Angeles Queens, with broadcast partners ESPN and Scripps and sponsorship from Horace Mann, Dick’s Sporting Goods and New Era.
Aug 1, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Launches Inaugural Season, Ending 72‑Year Wait
The Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) opened its first games on August 1, selling out tickets and merchandise within a day, marking a historic moment for women’s sports in America.
Aug 1, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Kicks Off Inaugural Season
The new Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) opens its first season with a blend of seasoned coaches, diverse international talent and a $95,000 salary cap, aiming to carve a sustainable career path for women in baseball.
Jul 30, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Set to Launch After 70‑Year Hiatus
The Women's Professional Baseball League (WPBL) will begin its first season on August 1, featuring teams from Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City and Boston. With over 600 players vying for spots, the league aims to provide a professional avenue for women in baseball and challenge long‑standing stereotypes.
Jul 30, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Kicks Off Historic First Season
After seven decades, professional women’s baseball returns with four teams playing in Springfield, Illinois, led by trailblazing athletes and a league aiming to grow the sport.
Jul 28, 2026
Wisconsin All‑Girls Baseball Team Eyes Historic Run at National Tournament
Wisconsin’s first all‑girls baseball squad prepares to make history at the 2026 Baseball For All Nationals, showcasing the growing momentum for girls in the sport.
Jul 27, 2026
Beth Greenwood Makes History in Inaugural Women’s Professional Baseball League
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.
Jul 26, 2026
Beth Greenwood Joins Inaugural Women’s Professional Baseball League with Boston Hunters
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.
Jul 26, 2026
Rockford’s Women’s Baseball Week Draws $2.8 Million, Global Talent
An estimated 6,900 visitors and 3,550 hotel room nights are expected as Rockford celebrates its baseball legacy with international teams, former professional players and a major girls' tournament.
Jul 24, 2026
Nearly 1,000 Girls Converge in Rockford for Baseball for All National Tournament
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.
Jul 23, 2026
WPBL Unveils Inaugural Teams Honoring Women’s Rights Pioneers
The Women’s Professional Baseball League reveals team names inspired by historic figures who advanced gender equality, with games scheduled for Springfield, Illinois, on August 1, 2026.
Jul 9, 2026