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Jan 02 2025SPORTS

Women's Sports: A Year of Triumphs and Challenges

2024 was a big year for women's sports. Female athletes showed they could bring in crowds and make money. Olivia Dunne, a gymnast from Louisiana State University, made millions by selling merchandise thanks to new rules. But this was also the year men started joining women's sports, causing issues.

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Dec 31 2024SPORTS

The Rise of Women's Sports in New York: A Year of Triumphs

New York Liberty's 2024 WNBA championship was a highlight of the city's women's sports scene. Just three years ago, only 1, 200 fans attended their season opener. Last year, their attendance skyrocketed by 580%, and their first sellout happened. This year, they won their first WNBA Finals in front o

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Dec 31 2024SPORTS

2024: A Game-Changer for Women in Sports

2024 was a monumental year for women in sports. The WNBA saw massive growth, with record-breaking viewership and ticket sales. Stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese drew huge crowds, and the league signed a historic media rights deal worth $200 million. Meanwhile, Simone Biles' triumphant return

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Dec 21 2024SPORTS

Alexis Ohanian’s Bold Bet on Women’s Sports: Why He’s Confident They’ll Hit a Billion Bucks

You might've seen Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of Reddit, talking about women’s sports lately. He's not just talking, he’s doing something about it too! Recently, he attended a sports conference in New York and made a big prediction. He thinks a women's sports team will be worth a billion dollars by 2

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Dec 21 2024SPORTS

Netflix Nabs 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cup Rights

Netflix has just scooped up the exclusive U. S. rights to stream the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2027 and 2031. This announcement comes hot on the heels of their upcoming Christmas Day NFL games. Netflix's move is a strategic one, aiming to beef up their sports offerings as the popularity of women's s

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Dec 14 2024SPORTS

Alexis Ohanian’s Big Bet on UVA Women’s Basketball

You might know Alexis Ohanian as the co-founder of Reddit or the husband of tennis superstar Serena Williams. But did you know he’s a big fan of women’s sports? So much so that he’s putting his money where his mouth is. Ohanian just donated a whopping $3. 1 million to the University of Virginia (UVA

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Dec 07 2024SPORTS

Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian: Champions of Women's Sports Investment

Tennis legend Serena Williams, along with her husband Alexis Ohanian, are on a mission to revolutionize women's sports. With her career spanning over two decades, Serena has shattered records and put women's athletics on the global map. Now, she's using her voice to advocate for investment in women'

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Nov 24 2024SPORTS

The Many Hats of Alexis Ohanian: Business, Family, and Sports

Alexis Ohanian, husband of famed tennis star Serena Williams, is a man of many talents. He's a successful entrepreneur, a soccer team owner, and most importantly, a passionate supporter of women's sports. In a chat with sports journalist Jemele Hill, Ohanian shared his journey and motivations behind

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Nov 19 2024SPORTS

Vernon Davis: From NFL Star to Women's Sports Champion

Vernon Davis, a legend in the world of football, has a new game plan. After his impressive NFL career, he's jumped into the world of women's sports. Davis is now a minority owner of DC Power, a women's soccer team linked with DC United. This isn't just about business for Davis. He fully believes in

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Nov 09 2024SPORTS

A Weekend of Firsts for KC Current and CPKC Stadium

This weekend, Berkley Riverfront Park is hosting a series of firsts. The KC Current is playing their first NWSL Playoff game in the first stadium designed solely for a women's pro sports team. That's quite a milestone! Team President Raven Jemison thinks this is a big deal. They believe that the tea

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