A League of Their Own Cast on Differences Between Show and Film

The series also tells the story of Max Chapman, played by Chanté Adams, a woman who struggles breaking into the league because of her race.

“That door does not open for her, that door is closed,” Jacobson explained. “I think that Max’s story, in particular, is about her journey. Everyone’s journey is sort of to find their team, whether it’s baseball, whether it’s a queer community. Whatever your passion is, going out in the world and finding your team, I think, feels pretty essential.”

Melanie Field, who plays Jo Deluca, said the series is a hopeful reminder of all that can be possible, even when conditions would say otherwise.

“I just hope that people watch the show and are reminded that your dreams really do matter,” she told E!, “even if you’re in a world or a circumstance or a home or an environment where it doesn’t feel like anyone really supports it or is interested. Stay committed to your dreams.”

Pass the peanuts and Cracker Jacks.