Peaches’ Legacy Strong As Ever in Rockford
Peaches’ Legacy Strong As Ever in Rockford – Ryan Woodward, IWBC While touring historic Beyer Stadium with a first time visitor this past weekend, I was reminded of what a special place it is for so many of us. My own first visit to Beyer, nearly 15 years ago, had me walking the basepaths, picturing […]
IWBC Archive Welcomes Jean Hastings Ardell Collection
IWBC Archive Welcomes Jean Hastings Ardell Collection October 24, 2024 – The International Women’s Baseball Center is honored to accept into its archival collection the research notes and personal papers of Jean Hastings Ardell, celebrated journalist and baseball writer. Born and raised in New York, Ardell developed a love of both books and baseball from […]
2024 Hustle Award Finalist Spotlight (and Winner)
Last year the International Women’s Baseball Center created the Hustle Award in honor and remembrance of beloved Rockford Peaches player and IWBC co-founder, Shirley “Hustle” Burkovich, which celebrates an individual who demonstrates outstanding commitment, leadership, and dedication to the empowerment of women in all aspects of baseball and life. This year we invited nominations again […]
Oz Sailors Hustle Thank You Statement
The International Women’s Baseball Center’s 2024 Hustle Award Winner, Oz Sailors, provided these words following her announced winning of the award this year: Shirley Burkovich was one of the most influential and important people in my life. From her gentle and loving presence, to her unwavering faith and the joy she brought to every baseball […]
USA Women’s National Baseball Team Coming to Rockford!
Women in Baseball Heritage Trail
The Women’s Baseball Heritage Trail is your guide to celebrating women’s baseball history worldwide. From ballparks to archival collections to historic markers, the Women’s Baseball Heritage Trail unites the worldwide women’s baseball community, serving a launchpad for exploring history that may have previously been confined to local interest. Click on the picture to find the […]