Mia Hamm is a name that echoes through the halls of women's sports history. She's a two-time Olympic gold medalist, a two-time FIFA Women's World Cup champion, and a trailblazer for women's soccer in the United States. Her records speak volumes: 276 international caps, 144 career assists, and a goal
In India, women in sports face many challenges. These issues are not new. They have been studied in other countries. But in India, they are not talked about enough. A recent study looked at this problem. It surveyed 436 female athletes in one state. The findings were surprising. One-third of these w
Alexa Anderson, a high school track star, found herself at the center of a heated debate after she chose to step down from the medal podium during the Oregon state championship. Her decision came after a biological male athlete also received a placement. This act of protest led to a series of events
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is considering a big change. They might ban biological male trans athletes from women's competitions. This has sparked a lot of talk among those who support women's sports. In the U. S. , the Supreme Court is set to hear two big cases about this issue. Thes
Hannah Hidalgo, a junior guard for Notre Dame, made history in a recent game against Akron. She scored 44 points and snatched 16 steals, setting a new school record for points and an NCAA record for steals in a single game. Hidalgo's performance was a testament to her defensive skills, which she bel
Nelly Korda and Caitlin Clark, two top athletes in their fields, teamed up again for a golf event in Florida. The Pelican Golf Club saw a huge crowd, usually only seen on weekends, for The Annika pro-am. Clark's Indiana Fever teammates, Lexi Hull and Sophie Cunningham, even helped out as caddies for
In the world of sports, women have long been overlooked, but one investor saw an opportunity where others saw none. Alexis Ohanian, known for co-founding Reddit, took notice of the disparity in pay and attention given to women athletes. Back in 2019, he boldly stated that women's sports were underva
Malala Yousafzai and her husband Asser Malik are on a mission. They want to change the game for women in sports. The couple started Recess Capital to invest in women's sports. This is not just about money. It's about giving girls chances they never had before. Growing up, Malala did not have many o
Brooke Slusser, a former volleyball player at San Jose State University, has been vocal about her experiences with a transgender teammate, Blaire Fleming. Slusser claims that Fleming conspired with a player from Colorado State to harm her during a game in October 2024. This incident has sparked a br
The Connecticut Sun, a standout team in the WNBA, might be heading to Boston. A group led by Steve Pagliuca, a minority owner of the Boston Celtics, has agreed to buy the team for a record $325 million. This deal could also include $100 million for a new practice facility in Boston. The Mohegan Trib
