That is how Time magazine described softball pitcher extraordinaire and modern pop culture icon JENNIE FINCH. Until her retirement in 2010, Jennie played softball from the age of five and became one of the most recognizable figures in women's sports.
In addition to captaining her high school softball team, Jennie also led La Mirada High School teams in both basketball and volleyball. From there, Jennie went on to becoming a three-time All American at the University of Arizona. Her career culminated in the 2004 Olympic games where her 2-0 record helped carry the USA team to the Gold Medal. Jennie also helped the 2008 team win silver.
Jennie retired from competitive softball in 2010 to spend more time with family. Her devotion to the game of softball has not stopped however. 2008 was the last year softball (and baseball) were included in the Olympic summer games. Jennie is currently leading the crusade to have the sport reinstated to the 2016 Olympics.
Jennie Finch will be appearing at the DugoutZone in Ellicott City, MD on Thursday, October 6, 2011. Jennie will greet fans and sign autographs from 7pm until 8pm. For more information on the appearance go to http://www.dugoutzone.com/.
Upon Jennie's retirement my hometown newspaper, the Chicago Tribune, stated in an editorial "She leaves with a spotless reputation, an intent to keep promoting softball, and the knowledge that she has inspired other girls and women who play for the love of the game." The 21st Century has brought us many recognizable female sports stars including Mia Hamm, Hope Solo, Danica Patrick, Venus and Serena Williams, Anika Sorenstam and Paula Creamer just to name a few. Who is your most famous female athlete of all time? Your comments are welcome!
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