Breaking Barrier: Jen Pawol Makes MLB History

Jen Pawol will make history as she becomes the first woman to umpire a regular-season Major League Baseball game. Scheduled for the weekend, Pawol will officiate the Atlanta Braves' three-game series against the Miami Marlins.

Pawol's journey in sports officiating is noteworthy for her roles in the minor leagues and as the first woman in 17 years to umpire a Spring Training game. The New Jersey native has honed her skills since 2016, backed by a background in college softball.

This milestone aligns with other breakthroughs in professional sports, such as the NFL appointing Sarah Thomas as its first full-time female official a decade ago, and the NBA's inclusive steps in 1997. Pawol's achievement further shatters the glass ceiling within the realm of sports.

(With inputs from agencies.)