Jen Pawol becomes first woman to umpire a Major League Baseball game

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Jen Pawol becomes the first female umpire to work a regular-season MLB game, breaking the gender barrier.
Pawol received overwhelming support from fans, family, and peers during her historic debut.
She served as the first base umpire in a game between the Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins, earning praise for her performance.
Pawol noted the difference in visibility of her supporters in a major league stadium compared to minor leagues.
Her first significant call was declaring Braves catcher Sean Murphy safe on a close play, which wasn't challenged.
Pawol displayed animated calls, including a fist pump and leg lift during a double play.
Fans gave her a warm ovation when she was featured on the video board between innings.
Pawol will umpire behind the plate in the series finale, marking another milestone.
The cap she wore during her debut will be sent to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Crew chief Chris Guccione praised Pawol, calling her a role model for girls and women.
Pawol has worked in the minor leagues since 2016 and was promoted to MLB after years of dedication.
She has experience handling confrontations with managers and remains confident in her abilities.
Pawol's promotion was announced during a conference call with MLB officials.
Before umpiring, Pawol was a standout softball player at Hofstra and an NCAA umpire.
Her achievement follows similar milestones in the NBA, NFL, and men's soccer World Cup, but the NHL has yet to have a female on-ice official.

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