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Rockford Peaches @rkfdpeaches.bsky.social · 2d

Fantastic!

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · 2d

Thanks to everyone for making the Beyer Stadium at Maybelle Blair Park groundbreaking event so memorable. We were overwhelmed by the support of local organizations, student volunteers, and passionate speakers. Thank you Rockford for your commitment to leveling the playing field. #APlaceofTheirOwn

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · 3d

A great day for a groundbreaking! #APlaceofTheirOwn

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Ryan Woodward @ryangw27.bsky.social · 7d

Introverted, but willing to discuss the Rockford Peaches, pretty much any day.

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · 10d

Baseball's big summer in Rockford: Largest girls tourney in the country adds to Women's Baseball World Cup

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The largest girls baseball tournament in the country

www.rockrivercurrent.com

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Lorene @lorene9.bsky.social · 12d

Another banger presentation by @ryangw27.bsky.social at Midway Village on women in baseball during WW 2 to current.

The cup is coming home! The Women's Baseball World Cup will be played in Rockford next summer.

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Rockford Peaches @rkfdpeaches.bsky.social · 12d

We are all set for this year's World War II Days at Midway Village. Come see us on the 2nd level of the Red Barn. #MidwayVillage #APlaceOfTheirOwn #RockfordPeaches

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · 13d

Join the International Women’s Baseball Center (IWBC) for the historic groundbreaking of Beyer Stadium at Maybelle Blair Park! This milestone event celebrates the official start of this iconic stadium restoration following the success of IWBC’s A Place of Their Own Phase One Campaign.

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · 19d

We are proud to partner with Old Fort Baseball Co. on the Support Women’s Baseball Collection — celebrating the past, present, & future of women on the diamond. A portion of proceeds goes to IWBC's support of women’s baseball initiatives. Check it out! www.oldfortbaseballco.com/womensbaseball

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Rockford Peaches @rkfdpeaches.bsky.social · 19d

Looking good!

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · 19d

Family and Fans Preferred Hotel options for the Women's Baseball World Cup group stage are now available for July 2026. Visit our World Cup page for more information. #WomensBaseballWorldCup #GoRockford
www.iwbc.org/worldcup/

2026 Women's Baseball World Cup - International Women’s Baseball Center

July 22-26, 2026 About WBSC World Cup The WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup is an international tournament for women’s national baseball teams, sanctioned by the World Baseball Softball Confederation (W...

www.iwbc.org

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · 24d

Registration for the SABR / IWBC Women in Baseball Conference is open! Visit the link to sign up or see the full schedule of presentations and events! #WomeninBaseball #BaseballConference #SABR #APlaceofTheirOwn
sabr.org/women-in-baseball-conference/

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Rockford Peaches @rkfdpeaches.bsky.social · 26d

Rockford, come see us at the Greenwich Village Art Fair all weekend! #GoRockford #ArtFair #RockfordPeaches

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Ryan Woodward @ryangw27.bsky.social · 26d

Issue 4 of Lost Diamonds, one of my favorite things ever, just arrived! Snag one for yourself: www.etsy.com/listing/4362588338/lost-diamonds-issue-4-covering-1957-to

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · Sep 9

The IWBC has received a $2 Million grant from the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation, led by philanthropist & Mets Owner Alex Cohen, and a $350,000 grant from the Amazin’ Mets Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the New York Mets. Read the full details at iwbc.org/cohenfoundationgrant/

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S BASEBALL CENTER RECEIVES $2,000,000 GRANT FROM STEVEN & ALEXANDRA COHEN FOUNDATION AND $350,000 GRANT FROM AMAZIN’ METS FOUNDATION - International Women’s Baseball Center

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S BASEBALL CENTER RECEIVES $2,000,000 GRANT FROM STEVEN & ALEXANDRA COHEN FOUNDATION AND $350,000 GRANT FROM AMAZIN’ METS FOUNDATION Grant Funding to Aid IWBC’s Phase I Completion ...

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Ryan Woodward @ryangw27.bsky.social · Sep 7

Good morning, Peaches!

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Remember That Ghost? @rememberthatguy.bsky.social · Sep 3

best pitcher in aagpbl history who was unfortunately saddled with a manager that all her teammates hated who also happened to be her husband, jean faut whips ass

My Baseball History @shoelesspodcast.bsky.social · Sep 3

#OTD in baseball history

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · Aug 28

Hard Rock Casino Rockford adds new Rockford Peaches-themed slot machines

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Hard Rock Casino Rockford has added another tribute

www.rockrivercurrent.com

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · Aug 24

Good morning from beautiful Beyer Stadium!

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · Aug 17

Registration for the SABR / IWBC Women in Baseball Conference is now open! Visit the link to sign up or see the full schedule of presentations and events! #WomeninBaseball #BaseballConference #SABR #APlaceofTheirOwn
sabr.org/women-in-baseball-conference/

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Ryan Woodward @ryangw27.bsky.social · Aug 16

Steal my look and #SupportWomensBaseball!
www.oldfortbaseballco.com/womensbaseball

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Rockford Peaches @rkfdpeaches.bsky.social · Aug 15

Happy 815 Day, Peaches! Lots of great activities around town today. Be sure to visit SPoRT Makeup & Apparel at Rockford City Market (indoors) this afternoon and stock up on your favorite Rockford Peaches gear! #815Day #GoRockford #RockfordPeaches

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Rockford Peaches @rkfdpeaches.bsky.social · Aug 14

Mark your calendar for August 15th, 815 Day! SPoRT Makeup & Apparel will be at Rockford City Market with your favorite Rockford Peaches-inspired gear. 50+ local vendors will be there too. See you there! #815Day #GoRockford #RockfordPeaches

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Rockford Peaches @rkfdpeaches.bsky.social · Aug 9

Check out Jochum and Kamenshek! #AAGPBL #ALOTO

The 100 Greatest Cincinnati Athletes Ever: I-P - Cincinnati Magazine

An alphabetical journey through 150 years of star athletes who made their name and fame in the Queen City and beyond—from Julie Isphording to Aaron Pryor.

www.cincinnatimagazine.com

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International Women's Baseball Center @iwbc4me.bsky.social · Aug 6

Pawol to make history as MLB's first female umpire

Jen Pawol will make history this weekend as the first woman to be an umpire in a regular-season MLB game. Pawol will ump three games during this weekend’s Marlins-Braves series in Atlanta, including b...

www.mlb.com

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