The Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) proudly announces its launch, with the inaugural season set for summer 2026. As the first professional women’s baseball league in the U.S., the WPBL will finally offer the world’s top female players a premier stage, delivering long-overdue recognition to women’s baseball.
Co-founded by trailblazer Justine Siegal—the first woman to coach a men’s professional baseball team—marks a groundbreaking milestone in sports. “This is a dream come true for all the girls and women who play America’s pastime,” Siegal shared. With guidance from legends like pitcher Ayami Sato and World Series-winning MLB Manager Cito Gaston, the league is set to bring unmatched expertise and passion to women’s baseball.
The WPBL’s inaugural season will feature a national regular season, playoffs, and a championship series running through the summer of 2026. Launching with six teams primarily in the Northeast and plans for nationwide expansion, the league is also securing broadcast deals to bring this historic moment to fans across the country. By shining a spotlight on professional women’s baseball, the WPBL is building a legacy that transcends the game itself.
The WPBL is about much more than baseball; it’s about changing perceptions, fostering inclusion, and creating new opportunities for future generations. Just as other professional women’s leagues have inspired millions, the WPBL stands poised to become a powerful force in American sports.
For anyone who has ever dreamed of seeing a women’s professional baseball league thrive in America, the WPBL is ready to deliver that dream. Visit womensprobaseballleague.com for more information on the WPBL and its mission to reshape the future of baseball.
“We’ve waited over 70 years for this moment,” said Siegal. “Our time is now.” This is not just a league; it’s the start of a new era. The countdown to 2026 has begun.