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Mo’ne Davis Eyes Historic Spot in Women's Baseball League

7/22/2025

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Mo’ne Davis, a trailblazer who made history as the first girl to win a game in the Little League World Series, is gearing up for a new challenge. From August 22-25, she will try out for the Women’s Professional Baseball League in Washington, D.C., which is set to launch in 2026, reviving professional women’s baseball in the U.S. after nearly seven decades. Davis aspires to shine as both a pitcher and infielder.

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Story summary

Mo’ne Davis, a trailblazer who made history as the first girl to win a game in the Little League World Series, is gearing up for a new challenge. From August 22-25, she will try out for the Women’s Professional Baseball League in Washington, D.C., which is set to launch in 2026, reviving professional women’s baseball in the U.S. after nearly seven decades. Davis aspires to shine as both a pitcher and infielder.