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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 39 MIN

PURPOSE: Lexi Hastings of Boston's WPBL (Women's Pro Baseball League) Team REVEALS Her WHY and MOTIVATES Young Athletes to SUCCEED

from Boston Balling · host Gabby Hurlbut

Lexi Hastings makes history as she transitions from UConn softball standout to draftee of Boston’s inaugural Women’s Pro Baseball League team. Can her athletic resilience and fearlessness spark success in the league’s first season? Her journey — from foster care in Virginia to competing at the highest collegiate level — exemplifies passion, mental toughness, and unwavering drive.Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian spotlights Hastings’ unique background, the technical challenges of switching from softball to baseball, and the significance of Boston’s representation in the new league. Key topics include the mental grind of college athletics, position versatility, and the evolving landscape of women’s professional baseball. Hastings shares advice for young athletes, discusses her training strategies, and offers insights into the league’s competitive edge and community spirit. Get ready to follow Boston’s newest star as she shapes the future of women’s sports.

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Lexi Hastings makes history as she transitions from UConn softball standout to draftee of Boston’s inaugural Women’s Pro Baseball League team. Can her athletic resilience and fearlessness spark success in the league’s first season? Her journey — from foster care in Virginia to competing at the highest collegiate level — exemplifies passion, mental toughness, and unwavering drive. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian spotlights Hastings’ unique background, the technical challenges of switching from softb...

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