Hermina Franks

Hermina Franks (September 7, 1914 – April 7, 2010) was a pitcher who played in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL). Listed at 5' 4", 120 lb., Franks batted and threw right handed. She was dubbed 'Irish' by her teammates.

Hermina Franks played briefly in the early years of the All-American League.

Born in Oconto, Wisconsin, Hermina went on to work at an aircraft plant based in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania prior to enlisting in the United States Army Air Forces in 1942. She spent three and a half years in the military, of which one and a half was at overseas installations. While in the service, she also played baseball.

Afterwards, she worked at Abbott Laboratories in Chicago during 22 years before retiring to her hometown.