Helen Filarski
American baseball player, All-American Girls Professional Baseball League
Born
1924
102 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
Links & References
Played as a second baseman in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during the 1940s. Filarski began her professional career with the Rockford Peaches, contributing to the team's success. The league showcased female talent in a male-dominated sport during World War II. After her playing career, Filarski remained active in promoting women's baseball and participated in reunions and events celebrating the league's history.
Played for the Rockford Peaches
Participated in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League
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