San Francisco Firebells advance to WPBL Championship Series

The San Francisco Firebells have reached the Championship Series of the Women's Professional Baseball League after sweeping the Boston Hunters. The Firebells' win secures their place in the best-of-five series against the winner of the game between the Los Angeles Queens and New York Heights, yet to be determined. Their playoff success comes as the Firebells prepare for the first game of the Championship Series set for September 16 at 4:00 p.m. PT. The Firebells will benefit from an extra day of rest after their playoff sweep.

• 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — SF Firebells Update: Championship Series!