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Inspired By Other Moms, Former World No. 1 Tennis Player Returns To The Court
After two retirements and three children, International Tennis Hall-of-Famer Kim Clijsters is ready to compete on the world stage again.
Simone Manuel Sets Herself Apart In The Sport of Swimming
Simone Manuel creates her own special lane in swimming, winning gold medals on the way to making history.
MMA Fighter And Former Team USA Wrestler Overcomes Toughest Opponent
Tatiana Suarez had her sights set on an Olympic gold medal, but discovered a new passion after thyroid cancer sidelined her from the 2012 Summer Games.
Cystic Fibrosis Workout Warrior – Abby Dwyer
Boomer Esiason Foundation supports runner Abby Dwyer as she balances Cystic Fibrosis and Motherhood.
Rising From The Mat To Make a Name For Herself In MMA
Emily Kwok was one of the first women to compete in jiu jitsu and eventually became a two-time IBJJF World Champion.
New York Giants Hire First Full-Time Female Scout In Team History
Hannah Burnett, a former captain for the UMass women’s lacrosse team, always wanted to work for the NFL. At 25 years old, her dream is already a reality.
Hockey Hall Of Famer Becomes First Female NHL Pro Scout
Cammi Granato, one of the most decorated players in the history of hockey, take her career to the front office for the NHL’s newest expansion team.
This Female Strength Coach Is Uplifting Others
Corliss Fingers has been pushing athletes to be their best despite whatever challenges stand in their way.
Female Athletes Fighting For Social Justice
These female athletes are doing much more than stealing the spotlight in their sport–they are using their platforms to fight for social justice.
Sue Bird Is Using Her Platform To Advocate For Others
Sue Bird will go down in history as one of the best basketball players in the world, but she’s more concerned with what happens off the basketball court.
Natalie Portman Spearheads NWSL Expansion To Los Angeles
Natalie Portman is one of many star-studded owners to have a stake in the newly announced NWSL team, bound for Los Angeles.
WNBA All-Star Returns To The Court Four Months After Giving Birth
Odyssey Sims gave birth to her son in April. Four months later, she is back on the court ready to compete for a WNBA Championship.
How The 1996 Olympics Changed Women’s Sports
The 1996 Olympics brought us some of the greatest moments in sports history. But more importantly, it changed the landscape of women’s sports in the U.S.
Official Makes History As First Woman To Referee An MLS Championship Game
Kathryn Nesbitt made history as the first woman to referee an MLS Championship game, but she’s proven to be more than qualified for the job.
The First Superstar Of Women’s Hockey Is Guiding Light For Others
Angela James was the first superstar of her sport, earning the nickname, “The Wayne Gretzky of women’s hockey.”
This Olympian Is Helping Young Girls Achieve It All
Michelle Carter, a gold medalist in shot put, uses her platform to help young girls achieve their goals and dreams.
Changing The Game One Kick At A Time
Claire Gaston didn’t set out to become a role model, but she became one to many young girls after drilling her first field goal for Mater Dei High School.
Dunn Is Crystal Clear When It Comes To Gender Equality
Crystal Dunn is as versatile off the field as she is on it. The soccer star is using her voice and standing in the game to help in the fight for gender equality.
Nicole Lynn Powers Her Way To Success As A Top NFL Agent
Nicole Lynn makes her mark in the world of professional sports agents.
Meet The Women Of The Negro Leagues
Several team owners and players in the Negro Leagues were women, and their trailblazing contributions helped keep the league alive for several seasons.
Detroit Tigers Executive Shows How To Be Taken Seriously As A High Ranking Women In Sports
Ellen Hill Zeringue used persistence and hard work to land a big job with the Detroit Tigers, and she hopes to set an example for young girls.
WNBA Legend Dawn Staley Is A Leader Through And Through
From her years as a champion in the WNBA and the Olympics, Dawn Staley has continued to be a dynamic leader off the court.
First African-American Female Golfer To Play In Ivy League Can’t Stop Moving
Andia Winslow was the first Black female golfer to play in the Ivy League. She’s also a fitness expert, voiceover actor, and activist.
Naya Tapper On The Fast Track To Greatness In Rugby
Naya Tapper didn’t start playing rugby until college. Now’s she the one everyone is chasing in the sport as she sprints towards greatness.
Meet The SEC’s First Black Athletic Director
Candice Storey Lee waited patiently to make history at Vanderbilt University as the first black athletic director in the SEC.
WNBA’s All-Time Rebounder Is Impressive On And Off The Court
Sylvia Fowles’ defensive skills led her to become the WNBA’s all-time leading rebounder in the midst of her impressive, record-shattering career.
Pro Hockey Player Advocates To Make The Game Better For Future Generations
Professional ice hockey player Sarah Nurse is now a PWHPA board member. Her presence is vital in diversifying and growing professional women’s hockey.
She Is The First African-American Female Athletic Director In The Power-5
Carla Williams paid her dues to become the first female African-American athletic director at the University of Virginia.
Maya Moore Puts WNBA Career On Hold To Fight For Justice
Maya Moore stepped away from basketball to help free an innocent Missouri man in prison. His sentence was overturned in July 2020 after serving 23 years.
Syracuse Basketball Star Set To Return To The Court After Beating Cancer
Syracuse point guard Tiana Mangakahia was diagnosed with cancer before her senior season but has made a full recovery and is ready for the future.
Former NFL Executive Advocates For More Women In The League
Scott Pioli is setting a new standard for the NFL, forcing the powerful men within it to pay attention to highly qualified women in the industry.
Meet The Girl Who Is Riding Her Way To Superstardom
Kuylee Pettit needed something to help occupy her summer days as an eight-year-old girl growing up in Big Bear City, California. Her father had a suggestion.
Coco Gauff Finds Her Voice In Fight For Justice
At just 15 years old, Coco Gauff became one of America’s most beloved tennis players. At 16 years old, Gauff is using her voice to inspire social change.
Former Olympic Champion Fights For Women In Sports
Overcoming adversity to win Olympic gold, swimmer and civil rights attorney Nancy Hogshead-Makar has dedicated her life to fight for equality.
Basketball Icon Kara Lawson Finds New Home At Duke
Kara Lawson made history as the Boston Celtic’s first female assistant coach. She’ll take her expertise to Duke University to head the women’s basketball team, making her the first black coach in program history.
The Only Black Female Softball Coach In Big Ten Is Making A Difference
As the softball head coach at the University of Illinois, Tyra Perry is currently the only African-American female head coach in the Big Ten conference.
Student Athletes Adjust To New School During Pandemic
Sarah Dowalo and Regan Ware began their softball collegiate careers at different schools, but transferred to La Salle University for a new environment.
This WNBA Star Is First Female Basketball Player To Sign With Converse
WNBA champion Natasha Cloud is the first female basketball player to sign with Converse, and the brand is hopefully starting a trend in athlete endorsements.
Female Sports Agent Could Make History At 2020 NHL Draft
The top prospect in the 2020 NHL Draft is represented by Émilie Castonguay, who could make history as the first female NHL agent to work with a No. 1 pick.
Legendary Field Hockey Coach Steps Down After 43 Years Of Success
After 43 years of coaching and 30 seasons with UConn, field hockey coach Nancy Stevens retires as the winningest field hockey coach in NCAA history.
This Young Track Star Is A Generational Talent
Sydney McLaughlin competed in her first Olympics at only 17 years old. Her career is just beginning despite the many records she already holds.
Onyx: Announcing GoodSport’s New Series Illuminating Black Women And Girls In Sports
The series will be called Onyx: Celebrating Black Women in Sports and will be hosted by MSG Network commentator and former Georgetown University basketball captain Monica McNutt.
The Poised And Powerful Monica McNutt
Poised, insightful, and outspoken, GoodSport’s Monica McNutt is equally as impressive on-air as she was on the basketball court.
An African Hoopster In The U.S. Plans To Impact Gender Equality Back Home
Born in Senegal, Rama Sy grew up in a place that suppressed women. Now in the US, she hopes to go back and make a difference.
How Ronda Rousey Paved The Way For Female UFC Stars
In a time where women’s mixed martial arts was taboo, Ronda Rousey proved that they can thrive on the sport’s biggest stage.
WNBA Rookie Discusses Fight For Social Justice
WNBA rookie Satou Sabally is using her platform to promote social justice alongside stars like Breanna Stewart and A’ja Wilson.
Ashleigh Johnson Is Changing The Sport of Water Polo
One of the few African-Americans in water polo, Ashleigh Johnson is using her platform to change the popular perception of the sport.
Paramedic, Firefighter, And Coach Learns From NFL Sidelines
Firefighter meets paramedic meets retired football player meets Team USA coach meets Pittsburgh Steelers. Stephanie Balochko can do it all.
Former Soccer Star Gives Up Lucrative Job To Help Girls Of Color Succeed
Chloe McKenzie sacrificed a big job in banking to help the African-American community.
Meet India’s Highest Paid Female Athlete
P.V. Sindhu became the youngest Indian Olympian to medal in an individual event when she was 21 years old. Since 2016, she’s already accomplished much more.
ESPN Coordinating Producer Leads The Way Behind The Cameras
Amina Hussein is an Emmy Award-winning coordinating producer at ESPN. She’s led the way behind the cameras on shows like NBA Countdown and Sportscenter.
10 Of The Best Moments In USWNT History
The USWNT has had many iconic moments since its start in 1985, and only continue to add to its legacy. We look at 10 defining moments in USWNT history.
Tennis Trailblazer Creating Path For Minorities In The Game
Katrina Adams goes from the courts to the board to help make a difference in tennis.
Former LSU Star Is Trying To Make A Difference For Professional Softball
AJ Andrews earned a coveted gold glove from Rawlings and is now trying to bring professional softball to a whole new level.
Brehanna Daniels Changes Tires While Changing The Perception Of NASCAR
Brehanna Daniels is changing more than just tires. She is changing the way NASCAR is viewed by sports fans around the country.
Women’s Sports Foundation Helps Women And Girls Get In The Game
The Women’s Sports Foundation is dedicated to helping girls and women at all levels remove obstacles and other barriers to participation in sports.
World Class MMA Legend Fights For The Forgotten
Mixed martial arts legend Cris Cyborg traveled to Uganda to provide clean drinking water to some of the world’s most vulnerable people.
Female Golfer Overcomes Adversity To Win First LPGA Major
Despite losing her LPGA card while battling Lyme disease, golfer Sophia Popov achieved the unthinkable after winning the 2020 Women’s British Open.
Geno Auriemma: The Architect Of Huskies Women’s Basketball
Geno Auriemma is one of the greatest basketball coaches to ever teach the game–UConn women’s basketball would not be the same without him.
Legendary Colorado Buffaloes Coach, Administrator, And Women’s Advocate Retires
University of Colorado senior women’s administrator and former women’s basketball coach, Ceal Barry, retires after a storied career and 37 years in University of Colorado athletics.
MMA Fighter Makes History As First Black Woman To Headline UFC Event
Angela Hill was the first black woman ever to sign with the UFC. In 2020, she headlined her first main event.
Meet The First Woman To Coach Professional Rugby In America
Rugby legend Tiff Faaee played for the national teams of three different countries before coming to New York to coach in Major League Rugby.
The Best Endurance Athletes You Should Know
Endurance athletes regularly push their bodies to places that many humans simply can’t. Here are 10 impressive endurance athletes you should know.
CBS Sports Director Forges Path For Women Behind The Camera
Suzanne Smith is a trailblazer in her field of sports television, and an inspiration for young girls seeking to break through the industry.
LA Dodgers Foundation CEO Is A Pillar Of Community
Nichol Whiteman, one of the highest-ranking female executives in baseball, is on a mission to help change Los Angeles-area communities.
The Evolution Of Barbie
Mattel has evolved their iconic doll to match today’s society and inspire a new generation of girls to chase their dreams.
Highly Accomplished But Far From Satisfied
Hall of fame hockey player with four Olympic medals is using her competitive background to excel in the male-dominated sports tech field.
Entrepreneur And Women’s Football Hall Of Famer Hopes To Empower And Inspire Others
Adrienne Smith is a media entrepreneur and professional women’s tackle football player. She was inducted into the Women’s Football Hall of Fame in 2018.
How Invicta FC Made A Home For Female Mixed Martial Artists
The first ever all-female mixed martial arts promotion Invicta FC helped provide stability for women’s mixed martial arts when its future was uncertain.
Christy Hedgpeth Of The WNBA Works Hard To Grow The Game
When Christy Hedgpeth was named COO of the WNBA in 2019, she was determined to find a way to help spur the growth of the game at the youth level.
This Olympic Gymnast Paved The Way For Black Athletes
In 1983, Dianne Durham won a national title in gymnastics for the U.S. gymnastics team. What she didn’t know was that she was making history for gymnasts and Black athletes for years to come.
NFL’s First Female CEO Continues To Make A Lasting Impact
From intern to CEO and beyond, Amy Trask is an inspiring leader showing women that they can hold powerful roles in male dominated spaces.
Former WNBA MVP Leads The Way For WNBPA
President of the WNBA Players Association Nneka Ogwumike helped negotiate a game-changing agreement that changes the WNBA, and hopefully women’s sports.
The Wisdom Of Lisa Leslie
All-American, Olympic medalist, WNBA MVP, and Hall of Famer – if there is anybody who should patent the formula for success, it is Lisa Leslie.
Coco Gauff’s #GirlDad
Behind every great female tennis player is a great dad. Coco Gauff has one in her father Corey.
Track And Field Director Is First Woman To Win Men’s Pac-12 Coach Of The Year
From UCLA track star to coaching phenomenon, Caryl Smith Gilbert’s accolades continue to grow. Her 2015 conference honors include a historic win for women.
Coach-Turned-Athletic Director Rebuilds Athletic Program From Scratch
After Hurricane Katrina devastated its athletic program, Dillard University turned to Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes to rebuild it.
First Latin American Female Commissioner Leads The Way For West Coast Conference
Gloria Nevarez, the WCC’s first Latinx commissioner, has made her mark by being the catalyst for numerous improvements across the organization.
NWSL’s Houston Dash Earn First Franchise Title With Challenge Cup Victory
The Houston Dash, who had never made a playoffs appearance in club history, earned their first NWSL title after the monthlong Challenge Cup tournament.
Inspirational Women Who Defied The Odds In Sports
From going undrafted to being the first woman to represent her country at the Olympics, here are a few inspirational women who overcame hurdles to succeed.
Kendall Coyne Schofield Is A Shooting Star In the World Of Hockey
Kendall Coyne Schofield has competed on the highest world stage and made history. Now she’s encouraging young girls to do the same.
WNBA All-Star Opens Up About Mental Health
Liz Cambage is a stud of a basketball player. She’s opening up about her struggle with mental health, and using her platform to start deeper conversations.
NFL Hall Of Famer Invests In Success Of Women’s Football
Pittsburgh Steelers legend Franco Harris is co-owner of the Pittsburgh Passion, a Women’s Football Alliance team. His investment makes way for a bigger audience.
Great Britain’s Brightest Race Car Driver Is A Young Woman
Jamie Chadwick is taking the racing world by storm as one of its youngest and most successful stars.
BreakingT Helps Capture Fans’ Favorite Moments In Women’s Sports
BreakingT has broken through in the sports merchandise game, helping bring awareness to women’s sports, while also providing fans with access to fun merch.
It’s Time Someone In The WNBA Gets A Shoe Deal
It’s been nearly a decade since a WNBA player has had their own shoe. Why is that? There is no better time than now to give an athlete their own signature line of shoes. Who should it be?
Batouly Camara Is The Picture Of Community Leadership
Former UConn basketball player Batouly Camara took her game in the community to another level.
Celebrities And Athletes Hand Over Their Platforms To Amplify Black Voices
Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird joined forces with the #ShareTheMicNow social media campaign to amplify the voices of Black women in America.
West Point Lacrosse Coach Learned From The Best To Build Varsity Program
Army’s coach Kristen Skiera has been with the program since their start as a varsity sport, a position she has been in before at the rival Naval Academy.
Meet England’s Trailblazing Female Rugby Referee
Sara Cox’s refereeing career in rugby has only just begun, but it’s already a career destined for the history books.
WNBPA Executive Director’s Experience Crucial For New Collective Bargaining Agreement
Terri Jackson’s experience in law, education, sports business, and equity has led her to the top of the Women’s National Basketball Player’s Association.
Meet The First African-American Female Staff Hire In University of Illinois Football History
Ashton Washington is breaking down barriers in the male-dominated world of college football.
This CBS Sports Executive Is Doing It Right
Sean McManus, chairman of CBS Sports, has been praised for his advocacy of women in the workplace and is a model for other executives in the field.
Out Of Her Teenage Spotlight, This Softball Star Shines In College
Once a pitching phenom, Mo’ne Davis is playing softball in college far away from the national spotlight.
First Female NFL Coach Teaches Kids About Pandemic Through New Book Series
Dr. Jen Welter made history as the first female NFL coach. Now, she’s using her talents to help children during the pandemic through her new book series.
CEO Wants To Begin New Era Of Professional Women’s Football
Lupe Rose, the CEO of SHE Beverage Company, is bringing a new model to women’s professional football. The WFLA is the first league to pay its players.
Marketing Executive Leans On Athletic Experience For Success
Frito-Lay vice president credits her experience as on the softball field for her success in the marketing world.
Grandmaster Chess Champion Takes On Her Toughest Opponent Yet
Grandmaster Irina Krush survived a case of coronavirus in spring 2020. She used the same competitive mentality that made her a champion to overcome it.
Carrying On The 49ers’ Progressive Ways
Bill Walsh opened doors for minorities and his fellowship is helping female candidates. Current 49ers GM John Lynch is proud to be a part of an organization that supports women in sports.
This Emmy Award Winner Paves The Way For Women In Sports Media
Andrea Kremer has become the role model she always dreamed of and has proved to young girls around the world that they belong in the world of sports.
Ally Love: From NBA Team Host To Peloton Instuctor
Ally Love is an image of versatility–model, TEDx speaker, certified health coach, host of the Brooklyn Nets, Peloton superstar, founder of fitness lifestyle brand, Love Squad– the list goes on. Check out her story for a bit of motivation!
