Ruth Williams

About

Pitcher in the All-American Girls Professional League from 1946 to 1953; began her career with the Racine Belles and played her last four seasons with the Kalamazoo Lassies.

Before Fame

She began her softball career at the age of 12 in a church league.

Trivia

Her 2.19 career ERA ranks 12th on the all-time All-American Girls Professional Baseball League list.

Family Life

She was born in Nescopeck, Pennsylvania.

Associated With

The 1992 film A League of Their Own, starring Geena Davis, portrayed the beginning years of the All-American Girls Professional League.