Meet Hannah Auringer from Purple Row

We have dozens of women covering pro and college sports for our team brands here at SB Nation. Meet one of those talented writers, Hannah Auringer, who writes for our Colorado Rockies blog, Purple Row.

I fell in love with baseball at a young age. My dad would bring my three sisters and me to Coors Field, driving us down from Longmont to spend a wonderful afternoon with the Rockies. I adored the well-manicured field, the crisp uniforms, and above anything else, a Rockies win. I loved the Rockies, but I also started admiring the sport itself. Anywhere we’d travel, we’d visit the local baseball stadium to catch a game. I’ve been hooked ever since.

The best part of contributing to Purple Row has been gaining a more detailed knowledge of baseball. I’ve learned statistics, preseason workings, and a much more intricate understanding of the sport I’ve always loved.

I’ve been pleasantly surprised about the reception I’ve received as a female writer. Many people have reached out to compliment my work. I know that there are those who belittle females in the industry, but I try to look past those and do my very best.

I started working for SB Nation last year when my boyfriend, a tried and true Rockies fan, mentioned that he’d seen a posting seeking Rockpile writers. I was thrilled to get an offer from Purple Row, giving me an opportunity to combine two of my passions: writing and baseball.

I absolutely look up to Jenny Cavnar. I have always admired her work, confident and knowledgeable. Watching her broadcasts, and recently hearing her calling games inspired me, not only as a woman in the field, but a sports fan in general.