In 2019, Jean Fruth, known for her baseball photography at the National Baseball Hall of Fame, released her first book, “Grassroots Baseball: Where Legends Begin,” showcasing amateur baseball worldwide. After collaborating with Jeff Idelson, they co-founded a non-profit to support underserved communities through baseball programs. Their initiative, “Grassroots Baseball: Route 66,” provided clinics and equipment for kids along the iconic highway.
Their latest project, “Grassroots Baseball: See Her Be Her,” focuses on girls and women in baseball, featuring a book and documentary that aired during the World Series. Fruth and Idelson aim to promote women’s baseball, hoping to capture the momentum seen in other women’s sports.
The project highlights the athleticism and talent of women players and aims to expand visibility and opportunities in the sport. With recent developments like the Little League Maria Pepe tournament and growing collegiate championships, there is optimism for the future of women’s baseball. The pair anticipates a streaming partnership to further promote the project and build support during baseball’s spring training and International Women’s Month.
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