Game Development, High Performance, Media & Broadcast, Other, Women’s Sport 2 min read

Women’s Pro Baseball League to Launch in the U.S. by 2026

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The Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) is set to become the first professional women’s baseball league in the United States, with play expected to start in 2026. Co-founded by Justine Siegal, a trailblazer in baseball and founder of Baseball for All, the WPBL aims to provide elite female players a professional platform.

“We have been waiting over 70 years for a professional baseball league we can call our own. Our time is now,” Siegal stated. With former MLB figures Ayami Sato and Cito Gaston advising, the WPBL’s leadership underscores its commitment to excellence. Co-founder Keith Stein noted that the success of other women’s leagues, such as the WNBA, highlights the potential interest in women’s baseball.

The WPBL, launching with six teams across the U.S., is working on securing a national broadcast deal, anticipating a strong following for its inaugural season. The league has also pledged diversity and governance standards, focusing on female athletes and staff in leadership roles.

In a market where women’s sports are steadily gaining traction, WPBL’s launch marks a critical moment for women’s baseball in the U.S., potentially driving broader recognition for female athletes across baseball.

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