From trailblazers to first-timers, women of all ages are chasing a new future in baseball.
At WPBL tryouts in Washington, pioneers like Victoria Ruelas — the first American girl to play in the Little League World Series — join hopefuls such as Monica Holguin and Micaela Minner to compete for spots in the league’s 2026 debut. For many, it’s not just about making a roster, but proving that baseball dreams for women can finally go beyond youth leagues.