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| Founded | 2023 (Year of foundation) |
|---|---|
| Ground | Las Vegas |
| Owner | Yolanda Jenkins |
| League | Women Major League Kickball |
| Website | Club website |
Intro
editWomen Major League Kickball (WMLK) stands as a pioneering force in American professional women's kickball, featuring an impressive lineup of 8 teams. Launching its inaugural season in the summer of 2025, the league promises an exhilarating 11-week tour across 10 major-market cities. From July to September, the season unfolds with 8 regular-season weekends, 1 all-star weekend, 1 playoff weekend and 1 Championship weekend. Founded by the visionary Yolanda Jenkins, WMLK marks a significant leap forward in promoting and celebrating women's athleticism in the dynamic realm of kickball. Get ready for an unforgettable season of skill, competition, and empowerment..[1]
History
editOn September 25, 2023, the WMLK took a significant step by revealing the home cities for each of its 8 teams. This strategic move, spearheaded by Jenkins, reflects the league's commitment to affiliating teams with specific geographic areas, a decision that has proven successful in capturing the attention and viewership of casual fans. The league further announced its plan for a 10-week regular season, with two weekends hosted at neutral sites and the remaining eight held by individual teams. In a groundbreaking initiative, the WMLK is set to provide professional kickball players with competitive salaries, comprehensive health care coverage, and a share in league equity. The league's ambitious goal is to ensure that every player enjoys health care benefits by the year 2026. Looking ahead to September 2024, the WMLK is on track to sign a total of 112 players. Notably, 85% of these players boast an impressive track record, having secured national championships, league MVP's. This influx of skilled and accomplished players adds a layer of excellence to the league, promising an exciting and competitive future for the WMLK. .[1]
Format and Rules
editThe WMLK regular season spans 11 weekends, featuring games played throughout. At the halfway mark, an all-star break takes place, including the exhibition all-star game and various skills challenges. Historically utilizing a touring model with different locations each weekend, the WMLK made a significant change before the 2024 season. Teams were assigned home cities while maintaining the touring model, with each team hosting one weekend. The remaining three weekends are played at a neutral site. Moving to the postseason, a 6-team single elimination tournament is the highlight. Notably, only two teams miss out on the postseason action. The top-seeded team enjoys a bye into the semifinals. Quarterfinals and semifinals are consolidated, with all games played on the same day at the same location, adding an extra layer of excitement to this thrilling competition.
The WMLK will play the traditional rules of TNSTP American Kickball League.
edit• WMLK will games will be held at High School, College or Professional Stadiums that will seat at least 2,000. • In the WMLK there will be 8 innings played with possible overtime rules. • 14 Woman Roster • 10 vs 10 field format. • No kicking lineup restrictions. • (2) times out per game • (2) Coaches Challenges per game • 90 minute game clock • Games Start time for weekend (11:00 AM) & (1:30 PM)
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- ^ a b Pollock, Jasmine (2024-05-22). "Women's Major League Kickball Founder Yolanda Jenkins Discusses Growth And Previews the Future of WMLK in 2025". Retrieved 2024-05-30.