Born in 1951, Faye Finch started playing competitive softball at the age of 10 with the Earl Grey Community Centre team. At the age of 17 she joined the CPAC Falconettes in 1968 and played with them until 1977. According to numerous knowledgeable softball people of that era, Faye was the best outfielder of the time. She was known for her speed, her excellent glove, her strong arm and her quality hitting from the left side of the plate. Throughout her illustrious career, numerous provincial titles and individual league and provincial awards came her way. While still playing, Faye recognized the need to give something back to softball and thus began a lengthy involvement with Softball Manitoba at the executive level. Her leadership led to new leagues being formed and to new programs being developed and implemented throughout the province.
