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Chicagos All-Girls Baseball Team, Full Of Barrier-Breaking High School Stars, Heads To Nationals

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Perfect Catch, Chicago's all-girls baseball team, prepares for the 2025 Baseball For All Nationals, marking a significant milestone for female athletes in the sport. The team evolved from the Humboldt Park Gators, originally consisting of just five girls and now featuring nearly 50 players aged 11-18 from the greater Chicago area. Star player Amira Hondras, 17, recently earned a college scholarship and made history by participating in the Double Duty Classic, an annual all-star game for top Black high school baseball players. Under the umbrella of Illinois Girls Baseball, the program supports various initiatives, including adult teams and youth clinics. Stephanie Lindenmuth aims to ensure the program's longevity by fostering a sustainable environment for players.

The team's success is evident as players like Janiya Pillow and Mia Ramirez break barriers and excel in competitions. With the rise of girls in baseball, the Midwest may soon develop an elite regional girls baseball league. Perfect Catch is not only competing but also changing perceptions about girls in sports, proving they can play at a high level.

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