Nelson, Marjorie (1937–)
Nelson, Marjorie (1937–)
Australian softball player. Name variations: Midge Nelson. Born 1937 in Australia.
One of Australia's greatest softball players, began 18-year career (1960) that included a record 4 World Series appearances with the Australia team (1965, 1970, 1974, and 1978); played in 23 consecutive national title games, mostly with the Victoria team; retired (1978); awarded British Empire Medal (BEM, 1978); inducted into International Hall of Fame (1983) and Sport Australia Hall of Fame (1985). The Midge Nelson medal was created to honor the most valuable player in Australian national championships.
See also Women in World History.
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