Veronica Alvarez, USA Women's National Baseball Team Coach - prepping for World Cup in Thunder Bay

Looking back at limited female representation in baseball
during his youth & acknowledges the historical and recent
progress, mentioning the All-American Girls Professional Baseball
League , the Colorado Silver Bullets & the USA Women’s
National Team.

Veronica Alvarez shares that her love for baseball started at
a very young age

She recounts seeing the Colorado Silver Bullets play when she
was 12, a significant moment since female athletes were rarely
highlighted on TV

The movie "A League of Their Own" was a staple in her
household, reinforcing her love for baseball

The importance of recognizing historical achievements in
women’s baseball

Ongoing achievements of women in baseball, using Rachel
Balkovec & Kelsie Whitmore as examples

Women in male-dominated fields have to work hard and are not
token hires

Mark praises the talent & achievements of the USA Women’s
National Team & mentions the inspiration young girls get from
seeing women excel in baseball.

Trailblazer Series - young girls can play baseball together
& instruction of women coaches who have significantly
impacted the game

Mentorship & leadership development among young female
baseball players

Veronica explains her role with the Oakland A’s, focusing on
player development in the Dominican Republic & the importance
of facilitating smooth transitions for young players

The importance of  the "freedom to fail" as part of
their development

Cultural challenges faced by international players & the
passion required to succeed in baseball.

Women in baseball needs for more competitive play 
&recognition

Veronica believes the USA Women’s National Team has the
talent & drive to be an Olympic team & stresses the need
for people to recognize baseball & softball as separate
sports.

Alvarez advocates for the coexistence of men’s and women’s
baseball and softball in the Olympics without needing additional
facilities or resources

Options for women in sports, emphasizing the need for women's
baseball at the NCAA level & recounts historical challenges
faced by women's collegiate teams.

Alvarez notes how concerns about women being hit by a ball
persist, but asserts women's resilience and toughness.

Recent experience in Dominican Republic where a female umpire
officiated for the first time, addressing concerns about her
safety.

Veronica outlines the timeline for the USA Women's National
Team's tryouts & training in July, emphasizing the
development of young players through MLB camps.

Veronica is the MLB Ambassador for Girls Baseball, explaining
the consistent messaging and training for young female athletes.

Increased competition & improved quality of players for
the Women's National Team, aiming for a challenging selection
process.

Mark & Veronica discuss the historical and ongoing
efforts to elevate women's baseball, aiming for inclusion in the
Olympics.

Emphasis on hard work and dedication of the women preparing
for the national team, often training independently to be ready
for competition.



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