Amanda Clement
Baseball player and umpire
Born
March 20th, 1888
137 years ago
Died
1971
54 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Pioneered opportunities for women in baseball as a player and umpire. Umpired professional baseball games, breaking gender barriers in the sport. Worked as an educator, promoting physical education and sports for women. Contributed to the growth of women's roles in sports through various initiatives and teachings.
First female umpire in professional baseball
Played for the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League
Advocated for women's participation in sports
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