In a League of Her Own

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Effa Manley, a determined woman from Harlem, faces challenges when her husband purchases a Negro Leagues baseball team, making her the business manager. Transitioning from a civil rights advocate to a figure in a male-dominated sports world, she confronts outdated norms and the flirtations of star player Satchel Paige. Despite the obstacles, Effa's leadership leads the Newark Eagles to victory as the 1946 Negro Leagues Champions, showcasing her resilience and ability to navigate the complexities of race and gender in professional sports.