Williams, Kat D.,

The all-American girls after the AAGPBL : how playing pro ball shaped their lives / Kat D. Williams. - Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland and Company, Incorporated, (c)2017. - 1 online resource.

Includes bibliographies and index.

"The AAGPBL's greater mission was saving America's pastime as millions of men fought in World War II. As teachers, coaches and role models, they strove to broaden the horizons of girls and young women. Many continued to be involved in athletics, supporting the efforts leading to Title IX and the women's sports revolution"--



9781476626956


All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.


Women baseball players--History.--United States
Sports for women--History.--United States


Electronic Books.

GV875 / .A453 2017