The Rockford Peaches are back!
On Nov. 24, the cast of A League of Their Own reunited at the Chicago Sports Spectacular. Stars Geena Davis, Lori Petty, and Rosie OâDonnell gathered at the Donald Stephens Convention Center to meet fans, sign memorabilia, and celebrate the 1992 classic.
Davis and Petty, who played sisters Dottie Hinson and Kit Keller, were joined by castmates like Bitty Schram (Evelyn Gardner), Megan Cavanagh (Marla Hooch), and Tracy Reiner (Betty "Spaghetti" Horn). Even Ellie Weingardt, who appeared as the filmâs charm school instructor, participated.
While Tom Hanks and Madonna were absent, the reunion in Chicago was perfect, as the real-life Rockford Peaches represented Illinois in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.
OâDonnell also revealed sheâs kept in touch with Justin Scheller, who played Evelynâs son Stillwell Angel, saying she helped coach him through scenes during filming.
Rosie OâDonnell shared a group photo on Instagram, writing, âthe rockford peaches 2024.â
People were so happy about the reunion, as it is many folks' favorite movie.
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People had lots of feelings they needed to get out.
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Which is funny, because as those who love the movie know: there's no crying in baseball.
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For some commenters, the movie was formative in a different way.
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The absences did not go unnoticed.
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Still, people fondly reminisced about the place the movie had in their childhood.
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One commenter was even lucky enough to actually be in the movie as a young extra.
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Folks will bring this movie to a new generation.
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It was clear from the outpouring of support and fond memories that the Peaches are still inspiring folks even decades after they hung up their mitts for the season.
