Jen Pawol Breaks Barriers as Potential First Female MLB Full-Time Umpire
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Jen Pawol is set to become MLB's first full-time female umpire, starting as a Triple-A crew chief.
Pawol made history by umpiring a spring training game, the first woman to do so since 2007.
Her career progression included NCAA softball, rookie ball, and ascending through the minor-league system.
Currently, MLB consists of 76 full-time umpires and occasionally utilizes call-up umpires.
She is among nine women expected to officiate in minor league games by 2024.
There is no established timeline for Pawol's official debut in the Major Leagues.
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CBSSports.com • Mar 15, 2024
Jen Pawol close to becoming first female umpire in majors, placed on MLB call-up list for this season