WPBL’s Inaugural Season Makes Historic Debut in Springfield
The WPBL’s first games attracted record crowds, delivered dramatic comebacks and introduced innovative rules that are reshaping women’s professional baseball.
Aug 5, 2026
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Women’s Pro Baseball League Makes Historic Return in Springfield
The Women’s Pro Baseball League debuted in Springfield, Illinois, blending reverence for the past with a bold new approach to the sport.
Aug 4, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Launches Inaugural Season in Springfield
The newly formed Women’s Pro Baseball League opened its first season in Springfield, featuring sold‑out games, ceremonial tributes to trailblazers, and ambitions to become the premier league for women’s baseball.
Aug 4, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Kicks Off Inaugural Season in Springfield
The WPBL opened its first season in Springfield, Illinois, reviving top‑level women’s baseball after more than seven decades, with four teams, international players, and broadcasting deals driving early excitement.
Aug 2, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Kicks Off Inaugural Season in Springfield
The first two games of the Women’s Pro Baseball League’s debut season were played in Springfield, featuring a ceremonial pitch by a 99‑year‑old pioneer and a vision from commissioner Justine Siegal to build a lasting institution for women’s baseball.
Aug 2, 2026
WPBL’s Inaugural Season Brings Professional Women’s Baseball Back to the U.S.
The Women’s Professional Baseball League opened its inaugural season in Springfield, Illinois, with ESPN broadcasting the first game and a global roster of 60 players aiming to reshape the sport.
Aug 2, 2026
Mo’ne Davis Returns to Baseball in the Women’s Pro Baseball League
After dominating the Little League World Series as a pitcher, Mo'ne Davis steps into the WPBL as a batter, embracing a new chapter of her career.
Aug 2, 2026
Ashton Lansdell: From Dreaming Child to Captain of the Los Angeles Queens
Ashton Lansdell’s selection seventh overall by the Los Angeles Queens marks a watershed moment for women’s professional baseball. Her personal mantra, early achievements, and viral moments illustrate a career built on destiny and visibility.
Aug 2, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Opens Inaugural Season with Historic Matchups
The newly formed Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) kicked off its first season with a matchup between the Los Angeles Queens and New York Heights, featuring 15‑player rosters, a media deal, and notable managers.
Aug 2, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Kicks Off Inaugural Season in Springfield
The newly formed Women's Pro Baseball League opened its first weekend in Springfield, Illinois, showcasing a blend of seasoned talent and emerging stars, backed by ESPN and Scripps Sports.
Aug 2, 2026
Los Angeles Queens Triumph in Inaugural Women’s Pro Baseball League Opener
In a rain‑delayed opening game, the Los Angeles Queens rallied from a 7‑2 deficit to defeat the New York Heights 10‑8, highlighted by Isabella Villareal’s seventh‑inning pinch‑hit double and a historic first hit by Maggie Foxx.
Aug 2, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Opens With Thrilling Comeback at Springfield
The inaugural game of the Women's Professional Baseball League attracted a sellout crowd of over 4,000 fans to Robin Roberts Stadium, where the Los Angeles Queens erased a 7‑2 deficit to win 10‑8 amid ceremonial first pitches by baseball icons.
Aug 2, 2026
WPBL Inaugural Season Brings Professional Women’s Baseball to U.S. Mainstream
The Women’s Professional Baseball League launches its first season with teams honoring trailblazers, a unique rule set, and live broadcasts on ESPN Select and Scripps Sports Network.
Aug 1, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Launches Inaugural Season in Springfield
The newly formed Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) opened its first season in Springfield, Illinois, showcasing a roster of emerging talent and a vision to revive professional women’s baseball after nearly eight decades.
Jul 31, 2026
Ayami Sato Brings Legendary Pitch to U.S. Women’s Baseball League
Japanese Olympic gold‑medalist Ayami Sato makes her U.S. professional debut in the new Women’s Professional Baseball League, joining U.S. national team players and promising a fresh blend of style and talent.
Jul 31, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Prepares for Inaugural Season in Springfield
The newly formed WPBL will open its first season this weekend in Springfield, Illinois, featuring teams from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boston and New York, a roster of over 600 international players and a broadcast partnership with ESPN and YouTube.
Jul 31, 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 Set to Launch Inaugural 2026 Season in Springfield
The new Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) will debut its first season next summer, featuring teams from Boston, Los Angeles, New York and San Francisco, all playing at Springfield’s Robin Roberts Stadium.
Jul 28, 2026
USA Completes Perfect Group Stage with 34‑0 Win Over Hong Kong, China
Team USA rolled to a 34‑0 victory over Hong Kong, China, completing a perfect 5‑0 run in the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage with a 26‑hit, no‑hitter performance.
Jul 27, 2026
PWBL’s Inaugural Season Highlights LGBTQ+ Visibility in Professional Baseball
The Professional Women’s Baseball League launches this August with four teams in Springfield, Illinois, showcasing a record number of openly LGBTQ+ players and celebrated by figures such as Rosie O’Donnell.
Jul 26, 2026
U.S. Crushes Canada 12‑0 in WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage
The United States opened the 2026 WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage with a commanding 12‑0 win over Canada, highlighted by 16 hits, a two‑hit shutout and a two‑run homer by Remi Schaber that set program records and clinched a berth in the 2027 finals.
Jul 26, 2026
Team USA Crushes Canada 12-0 in Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage
Team USA's 12-0 victory over Canada highlighted a flawless pitching display and timely hitting, guaranteeing their place in the upcoming finals.
Jul 26, 2026
USA rolls past Australia 10-5 in WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup
The United States extended its perfect record to 3-0 in the tournament, with Benites delivering a decisive blast and the staff limiting Australia to five runs.
Jul 25, 2026
U.S. women’s baseball crushes Mexico 24-5 in WBSC World Cup
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.
Jul 24, 2026