Standing Ovation for Historic First in Major League Baseball

A historic night for baseball and sports fans around the world

A ESPN report has announced the long-awaited and groundbreaking moment of Kenia Mora Morena taking the role of umpire for tonight's Major League Baseball game.

This marks the first ever instance of a female umpire officiating a game in the league, Kenia Mora Morena's appointment leading the way for many more to follow.

Having previously officiated minor league games, Mora Morena has proved herself as more than capable for the role, and we can expect to see her on the pitch tonight for the highly anticipated match.