Baseball has always been a game of tradition, but every so often, someone comes along who challenges the status quo.

In the early 1900s, Amanda Clement did just that—not by swinging a bat, but by making the calls. She was the first woman ever paid to umpire a baseball game, stepping onto the field with authority in an era when women weren’t even supposed to be there. Her story isn’t just about baseball; it’s about determination, breaking barriers, and proving that talent speaks louder than prejudice.

Today on Dave Does History, we’re diving into the life of Amanda Clement.