Before she was a standout senior, before she was a multisport varsity athlete, and long before her name was called in a professional draft,Abigail Moorewas a little girl in a t-ball uniform – the place where her lifelong passion for baseball first took root.
That early spark has now propelled theArlington High Schoolsenior onto a national stage, making her one of the first-ever players drafted into theinaugural(WPBL). Moore was selected in the sixth round of the league’s first draft, earning a spot on the New York team as it prepares for its debut season in August2026.
For Moore, the moment her name was announced was nothing short of unforgettable.
“It felt surreal,” she said. “Hearing my name called and knowing a coach looked at me and said, ‘Yes, we want her,’ was one of the coolest and most meaningful moments I’ve ever had.”
Mooreis an all-around athlete and hascompeted in baseball,basketball,and softballatArlington High, but baseball – the sport she began playing at just four years old – has always been home.
“I grew up in a sports household, so I was playing in the backyard as soon as I could walk,” Moore said. “Once I was old enough to join a city league team, I jumped in,and I fell in love with the game right away.”
Arlington High School varsity baseball coachBrian Womacksaw that passion and potentialimmediately.
“I am extremely proud of her,” Womack said. “Since day one when I met her, all she has wanted to doisplay baseball. She could play any sport she wanted to, and I believe she would not only be successful, but great at it. She has already proven that in basketball and on the softball diamond last season.”
The WPBL’s seven-week season marks the first professional opportunity of its kind, opening doors for elite female baseball players nationwide. For Womack, the moment he learned Moore had been drafted is onehe’llalways remember.
“I got chills when I heard the news,” he said. “We had spoken about it a coupleweeksearlierand she was not sure if she would be drafted. Such a cool moment when I got the text from her saying, ‘New York, here I come.’”
Beyond her athletic ability, Moore also shines in the classroom. She is ranked second in her class – an accomplishment Womack says reflects who she is at her core.
“She’s the BEST,” Womack said. “Top two in her class. Highly motivated to put the work in on and off the field. A leader. A competitor. Coachable.”
Moore says the support from her Arlington High coaching staff has played a huge role in her journey.
“The support from the Arlington High School coaches has been incredible,” she said. “They’ve backed me every step of the way, constantly encouraging me and pushing me to be my best.”
AsMooreprepares to join the WPBL and compete alongside some of the most talented women in the sport,she’sready for whatlies ahead.
“I’m excited for the chance to continue my baseball career at the highest level alongside women who share the same passion and drive that I do,” she said.
She also hopes her journey inspires younger athletes – especially girls who dream of following her path.
“Never give up,” Moore said. “Women’s sports are gaining recognition like never before, andit’sour time to shine. Set clear goals, work toward them with intention, and always believe in yourself – even when the path gets tough.”