A 2024 survey revealed that women constitute a significant 39% of baseball spectators, prompting MLB franchises to engage this demographic through special events. The professional landscape is also witnessing a shift, with women holding 30% of central office positions, including groundbreaking figures like Kim Ng, the first female GM of an MLB team. Yet, challenges remain as societal norms still frame baseball as male-centric, overshadowing the historical contributions of women in the sport and their ongoing struggle for recognition, especially in comparison to softball players.
The 2024 survey found that women made up 39% of those who attended or watched Major League Baseball games, prompting franchises to cater more to female fans.
Women have been playing baseball in the U.S. since the 1860s, yet the gendered perception of baseball as primarily a male sport persists.
The increase of women in professional roles within baseball, including the notable rise to 30% of central office staff roles, represents a significant cultural shift.
Despite historical contributions, girls and women playing baseball receive little recognition compared to those playing softball, indicating ongoing gender disparities in sports.
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