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Eve Fries Foundation hosts girls softball clinic in Chicago

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 11:19 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Eve Fries Foundation hosts girls softball clinic in Chicago

Summary

The Eve Fries Foundation organized a hands-on softball clinic for around 75 young players in Chicago's Gompers Park on September 19. Professional players, including those from the Chicago Bandits, led drills and offered instruction, aiming to inspire confidence and a love for the game. Although rain moved the event indoors, participants had the opportunity to learn from experienced athletes. The clinic honors Eve Fries, a dedicated player who passed away from a rare brain tumor in 2021, and promotes a lasting legacy for girls in sports.

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By the Numbers

•Event held on September 19 at Gompers Park in Chicago.
•Around 75 girls participated in the softball clinic.
•Professional players provided instruction and mentorship at the event.
•The clinic honors Eve Fries, who was an avid softball player.
•Rain forced the activities indoors, limiting the original schedule.

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11:19 PMYahoo Sports — Eve Fries Foundation teams up with professional players for girls softball clinic in Chicago

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Dozens of young softball players had the opportunity to learn from professional athletes during a special hands-on clinic Saturday on Chicago's Northwest Side.
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