Episode 15
What is It Like For Girls Who Play On Boys' Sports Teams?
Lillian Jacobson is a girl who played baseball with boys through out high school and part of college. Her story is a series of ups and downs: from little league dads telling her to quit. to high school coaches who encouraged her and taught her how to throw a signature 12/6 curve ball, Lilly will inspire girls to go for their dreams.
When asked what it was like to be a girl playing on boys' teams, she said, “It forces you to really be playing at your best all the time. It feels like everyone is watching you and scrutinizing you.” Listen in for more stories and inspiration on playing baseball. For more information on this topic, read "Should Girls Play On Boys' Teams?" on the TeamSnap Blog.
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