Resources

The Hall of Very Good

Each week, Shawn Anderson and Lou Olsen talk to people in and around baseball that help make America’s Pastime great. Check out their official website and listen to a special tribute to Shirley Burkovich in an April 2022 episode.


Level Ump

We’re committed to supporting women and other underrepresented groups of people who love baseball as they become umpires. The United States is facing an incredible shortage of qualified umpires across all levels of baseball. We believe we can help change that. Visit Level Ump to learn more or contact them.


That’s A Girl

A five year initiative to support the growth of girls’ and women’s baseball throughout the United States and Internationally. Often a lack of support will push a girl to play another sport or quit baseball all together. Feeling as though a player is “aging out” after Little League or not socially connecting on all boy teams once middle school starts, are only some of the obstacles a girl faces trying to stay committed to baseball.

T.A.G. wants that to change. Developing a support system for individuals to bring more ‘all girl’ baseball to their communities and schools is the goal. Visit That’s A Girl.


Babe’s Babes

Let’s face it, more and more babes are making their way into the baseball industry. Babes like us have been enjoying America’s Favorite Pastime for over a century, so why not share our hottest baseball takes, noteworthy stadium foods, the strangest rules in the MLB book, AND babes in baseball? Find their episodes wherever you download podcasts or visit their YouTube channel. #BabesBelongInBaseball


The Upper Deck Yankees

A podcast hosted by female fans who know baseball and Love the #Yankees. Find them on Twitter at twitter.com/HitTheUpperDeck, Hosted by Chris @yankeesgabagab and Lynn
@Pinstripes2823 every Sunday at 11AM ET.


No Crying in Baseball

No Crying in Baseball is a podcast about baseball from a female perspective and humanity from a baseball perspective. The hosts talk about the scores and stats, but also delve into players’ lives and the community of baseball believers. Explore and download episodes at the No Crying in Baseball Podcast website.


Baseball for All

Baseball for All’s goal is to build gender equity in baseball by providing girls with real opportunities to play, coach, and lead in the sport. Learn more about opportunities to play, connect, and grow at their official website.


The Inside Pitch

Amy McCann, Team Australia alumni and 6-time WBSC World Cup representative, talks with women’s baseball’s players and coaches, and trailblazing women making their way in baseball worldwide. Listen to and download episodes from Podbean.


Grand Valley State University Digital Collections: All-American Girls Professional Baseball League Interviews

The All-American Girls Professional Baseball League was started by Philip Wrigley, owner of the Chicago Cubs, during World War II to fill the void left by the departure of most of the best male baseball players for military service. The League gave over 600 women athletes the opportunity to play professional baseball. Many of the players went on to successful careers, and the league itself provided an important precedent for later efforts to promote women’s sports.

To access this collection visit GVSU Special Collections and University Archives.


University Library System: Women in Baseball Resources 

This guide highlights materials on the history of women in baseball and resources on contemporary events and organizations. Learn more about the value, diversity, and cultural significance of women in baseball. Visit this research guide at Pitt ULS.


Digital Commons @ Winthrop University: All-American Girls Professional Baseball League 

The Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections at Winthrop University is fortunate to have a burgeoning collection of material pertaining to the AAGPBL. The collection was begun in 2005 with the gift of Elizabeth “Lib” Mahon’s papers and later acquired acquired Jean Faut’s Papers. The Archives has material pertaining to several other players, including Sue Kidd and Ruth Born, as well as the league as a whole. For more information, or to access the digital archive, visit The Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections.


Step Up to the Sport: A Conversation Series with the International Women’s Baseball Center 

At IWBC, education is the cornerstone of our mission is to protect, preserve, and promote all aspects of women’s baseball, both on and off the field. We strive to inspire the next generation of players by helping them realize their dreams not only of participating in the sport, but also of passing on all they will learn and achieve for generations to come. The Archives channel provides digital content related to the IWBC, including our podcast Step Up to the Sport.