Anthony Volpe traded pinstripes for evening wear on Monday night in Greenwich, Connecticut, where the Yankees shortstop attended the Willow Gala hosted by Carlos and Ashley Rodón. The 24-year-old arrived with Elle Jowett, a blonde who quickly became the center of attention as the two posed for photos together at the Delamar Greenwich Harbor.
The event, organized by the Rodón Foundation, was a silent auction designed to raise money for couples facing infertility and pregnancy loss. Both Carlos and Ashley have spoken openly about their own IVF journey, and the night drew a mix of Yankees teammates, friends, and community supporters.
For Volpe, the appearance with Jowett comes during a season in which he’s had as many questions about his bat as his glove. While his numbers have dipped, his public profile continues to rise-now thanks to more than just baseball.
A spotlight beyond the diamond
Jowett, who moved from Maine to New York City late last year, has carved out her own following online, boasting nearly 16,000 Instagram followers. Social media detectives quickly noticed her ties to Volpe even before the gala: she posted a TikTok from Fenway Park during the Yankees-Red Sox series in June, capturing Volpe at the plate. The two also follow each other on Instagram, where Yankees WAGs such as Ashley Rodón and Chase Carter have chimed in with supportive comments.
While neither Volpe nor Jowett has confirmed their relationship, their appearance together suggests the connection is more than just online chatter. For fans, it’s a new dimension to a player who’s been under the microscope since taking over as the Yankees’ everyday shortstop in 2023.
The Willow Gala itself proved to be a strong success, raising both awareness and funding for the Rodón Foundation’s mission. For the Yankees, it was also a moment of solidarity off the field-teammates showing up to support one of their own. And for Volpe, it was a reminder that even in a season full of ups and downs, the conversation isn’t limited to his batting average.
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