Donna learned to play softball at Laura Secord School in the 1930s. By 1946, she wore jersey # 13 with The Electrics of the Winnipeg Senior Women’s Softball League. She was a dominating pitcher, league-leading hitter and superb outfielder. 1946-7, The Electrics; 1948-61, The Tigerettes; 1962-3, CUAC. She led her teams to repeated league championships, one Western Canadian Championship and was added for another, pitched several no hitters and a one hitter, won a league batting championship, an MVP and starred in many all-star games. For more than two decades, Donna brought excellence and excitement to Winnipeg softball. A unique and wonderful hero.