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Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Potential US host cities for 2031 Women's World Cup games mull withdrawal over Fifa concerns

Several American cities may withdraw from hosting the 2031 Women's World Cup due to concerns over FIFA's handling of the event.
Careers
fromFast Company
17 hours ago

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.
#ucla
Los Angeles Rams
fromLos Angeles Times
3 hours ago

Letters to Sports: Celebrating UCLA's inspiring national title win

UCLA women's basketball team won their first NCAA championship, led by Kiki Rice and Gabriela Jaquez, marking a historic achievement for the program.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

UCLA women's basketball lands first transfer since winning NCAA championship

UCLA women's basketball adds Arkansas guard Bonnie Deas to strengthen their roster after losing six seniors, aiming for a competitive next season.
Women
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

UCLA blows out South Carolina for first women's NCAA title

UCLA women's basketball won its first NCAA championship, defeating South Carolina 79-51 with a dominant performance.
Los Angeles Rams
fromLos Angeles Times
3 hours ago

Letters to Sports: Celebrating UCLA's inspiring national title win

UCLA women's basketball team won their first NCAA championship, led by Kiki Rice and Gabriela Jaquez, marking a historic achievement for the program.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

UCLA women's basketball lands first transfer since winning NCAA championship

UCLA women's basketball adds Arkansas guard Bonnie Deas to strengthen their roster after losing six seniors, aiming for a competitive next season.
Women
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

UCLA blows out South Carolina for first women's NCAA title

UCLA women's basketball won its first NCAA championship, defeating South Carolina 79-51 with a dominant performance.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
22 hours ago

All-Star Satou Sabally agrees to multiyear deal with Liberty

Satou Sabally has signed a multiyear deal with the New York Liberty after a successful season with the Phoenix Mercury.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
2 hours ago

Sky Sign Skylar Diggins, Trade for Jacy Sheldon

Chicago Sky enhances backcourt by signing Skylar Diggins and trading for Jacy Sheldon, while giving up future draft picks.
fromwww.bbc.com
10 hours ago

Uncapped Chambers deserves her chance - Bell

Cora coming in, she deserves her chance. She has been a proven goalscorer the last number of years and she has worked really hard. I am really delighted for her and if she gets her opportunity, I am sure she will grab it with both hands.
Liverpool FC
New York Knicks
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

World Cup host committee names sports superstars as ambassadors for the global event

Eli Manning, Midge Purce, and Josh Hart are named Official World Cup Ambassadors for the FIFA 2026 World Cup in New York/New Jersey.
Chicago
fromESPN.com
22 hours ago

Sources: Azura Stevens reuniting with Sky on 3-year deal

Azura Stevens returns to the Chicago Sky on a three-year deal after two seasons with the Los Angeles Sparks.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

I was a world champion athlete as a teenager, but I wasn't allowed to do GCSE PE'

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, emphasizing the importance of inclusive sports and representation for individuals with disabilities.
San Francisco Giants
fromKqed
1 day ago

San Jose Soccer Star Naomi Girma Returns Home | KQED

Naomi Girma's achievements highlight the growth of women's soccer in the U.S., particularly through her impact in the NWSL and international competitions.
AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
1 day ago

Bloomberg: Doubts arise regarding NBA Europe revenues - the concerning figures

NBA Europe proposal may affect AC Milan's financial decisions regarding league participation.
#fifa
Soccer (FIFA)
fromDefector
1 day ago

Poor Suckers Who Ponied Up For Expensive World Cup Tickets Boned By FIFA | Defector

FIFA misled fans by assigning Category 1 ticket holders to lower-tier sections, while reserving prime seats for more expensive packages.
Chicago
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

FIFA adds new, more expensive, World Cup ticket categories

FIFA introduced new high-priced ticket tiers for the World Cup, with prices reaching up to $4,105 for premium seats.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromDefector
1 day ago

Poor Suckers Who Ponied Up For Expensive World Cup Tickets Boned By FIFA | Defector

FIFA misled fans by assigning Category 1 ticket holders to lower-tier sections, while reserving prime seats for more expensive packages.
Chicago
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

FIFA adds new, more expensive, World Cup ticket categories

FIFA introduced new high-priced ticket tiers for the World Cup, with prices reaching up to $4,105 for premium seats.
New York Islanders
fromGothamist
3 days ago

From sparse crowds to selling out MSG: Is women's hockey catching on in NYC?

New York Sirens set a U.S. attendance record with 18,006 fans at Madison Square Garden, reflecting a surge in interest in women's sports.
New York Giants
fromAlleywatch
1 day ago

How Technology Is Transforming the Fan Experience at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New York

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will utilize advanced technology, including AI and 5G, to enhance operations and fan experiences.
#wnba
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

WNBA draft preview: The case for every potential No. 1 pick

The WNBA draft will occur during a compressed free agency period, creating uncertainty for team construction and player selection.
Women
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

WNBA's labor deal is a structural shift for women's sports

The WNBA's new collective bargaining agreement marks a significant advancement in player empowerment and revenue sharing in women's sports.
Women
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

A New Era for Women's Basketball

WNBA players ratified a historic seven-year collective-bargaining agreement, significantly increasing salaries and revenue sharing.
Washington Nationals
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

WNBA free agency and trade tracker 2026: Deals, news, moves

WNBA and players' association reached a new collective bargaining agreement, leading to a busy offseason with drafts and free agency.
Women
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 hours ago

Toronto Tempo sign guards Marina Mabrey, Brittney Sykes to multi-year contracts | CBC Sports

Toronto Tempo signs all-star Brittney Sykes, Marina Mabrey, and Julie Allemand for their inaugural WNBA season.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

WNBA draft preview: The case for every potential No. 1 pick

The WNBA draft will occur during a compressed free agency period, creating uncertainty for team construction and player selection.
Women
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

WNBA's deal a structural shift for women's sport

The WNBA's new CBA marks a significant advancement in player empowerment and revenue sharing in women's sports.
Women
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

WNBA's labor deal is a structural shift for women's sports

The WNBA's new collective bargaining agreement marks a significant advancement in player empowerment and revenue sharing in women's sports.
Women
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

A New Era for Women's Basketball

WNBA players ratified a historic seven-year collective-bargaining agreement, significantly increasing salaries and revenue sharing.
fromApaonline
2 days ago

On the Insufficiency of Current Gender Equality Policies in Academia and the Necessity of a Cultural Shift

In 2021, women held only 28% of professorships in higher education and research institutions, even though they comprised 48% of PhD students, according to data gathered from a sample of 900 EU and non-EU institutions.
Philosophy
#ncaa
Higher education
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

NCAA to discuss five-year eligibility proposal, reports say

NCAA is considering eligibility rule changes that would incorporate age, allowing five years of eligibility starting at age 19 or high school graduation.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

How viral videos sparked a women's NCAA tournament revolution

Women's NCAA tournament facilities have improved significantly since 2021 due to increased awareness of inequities.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.
Chelsea
fromSoccer News
5 days ago

Womens FA Cup: Chelsea leave it late against Tottenham as Man City edge into semi-finals - Soccer News

Veerle Buurman's late goal secured Chelsea's place in the Women's FA Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 victory over Tottenham.
Boston Bruins
fromNewsday
6 days ago

Dawn Staley eyes another title as South Carolina meets UCLA in the NCAA women's final

Dawn Staley reflects on her coaching journey and hopes UCLA's first championship experience differs from her own.
#womens-super-league
Women
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 days ago

The WSL is expanding next season everything you need to know about promotion, relegation and the play-off

The Women's Super League will expand to 14 teams in the 2026/27 season, introducing promotion and relegation play-offs.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

How WSL aims to bridge academy gap - and why it needs to

The gap between academy football and first-team level in the Women's Super League poses challenges for young players' development.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

'An incredible league' - inside WSL 2 promotion race

Birmingham City leads the Women's Super League 2, vying for promotion alongside Charlton Athletic, Crystal Palace, and Newcastle United.
fromESPN.com
22 hours ago

Brittney Griner finalizing seven-figure deal to join Sun, sources say

Brittney Griner, a two-time WNBA scoring champion, is finalizing a seven-figure deal to join the Connecticut Sun, as the franchise prepares to relocate to Houston in 2027.
Washington Wizards
LGBT
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

The Olympics Is Repeating One of Its Worst Mistakes

The IOC's new anti-trans testing policy revives discriminatory practices from the past, undermining the progress made in gender inclusivity in sports.
Washington Nationals
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Can the USMNT and USWNT become America's favorite sports teams'? Their CEO thinks so

US Soccer aims for men's and women's teams to become America's favorite sports teams, enhancing popularity and participation in soccer nationwide.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Championship, Chelsea v Tottenham in Women's FA Cup, and more: football live

La Liga condemned Sevilla fans for threats and intimidation towards players after a third consecutive league defeat.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Australia v Malawi: Fifa Series women's international football friendly live

The Matildas faced disappointment in the Asian Cup final against Japan, losing 1-0 despite a strong performance.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Girls' recruiting: Comparing top 2026 recruits to previous classes

The 2026 high school recruiting class is less impactful than the previous two classes, despite having top prospects like Saniyah Hall.
Boston Bruins
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Women's March Madness 2026: Ranking the Final Four

UConn, South Carolina, Texas, and UCLA reached the Final Four for the second consecutive year, showcasing their dominance in women's NCAA basketball.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Women's Six Nations: will anyone stop England's conveyor belt of talent?

England's depth in talent allows them to remain favorites despite missing key players for the Women's Six Nations.
#nneka-ogwumike
Washington Wizards
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Nneka Ogwumike is returning to the Sparks, bolstering the team's push to win now

Nneka Ogwumike returns to the Sparks, signaling confidence in the team's future after significant roster and facility improvements.
Women
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

10-time WNBA All-Star Nneka Ogwumike returning to Sparks

Nneka Ogwumike intends to re-sign with the Los Angeles Sparks after two seasons with the Seattle Storm.
#transgender-athletes
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Trans women athletes are banned from the Olympic Games starting in 2028

Transgender women athletes are excluded from women's events at the Olympics starting in 2028, limited to biological females only.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Trans women athletes are banned from the Olympic Games starting in 2028

Transgender women athletes are excluded from women's events at the Olympics starting in 2028, limited to biological females only.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

UCLA and its six seniors are eyeing a WNBA draft takeover

Gabriela Jaquez and five UCLA seniors are poised to make WNBA history as potential first-round draft picks in 2026.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Source: Kelsey Mitchell to sign $1.4M supermax deal with Fever

Kelsey Mitchell is finalizing a one-year, $1.4M supermax deal to return to the Indiana Fever after a standout 2025 season.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Source: Allisha Gray nearing 3-year max deal with Dream

Allisha Gray is finalizing a three-year max-plus deal with the Atlanta Dream after a standout season.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

You come back different': how rugby players change after motherhood

England's Women's Six Nations team will miss players due to maternity, highlighting the challenges and transformations athletes face after childbirth.
#uswnt
fromESPN.com
1 day ago
Women

Hayes: Returning Wilson 'ready for USWNT-Japan triple-header

Sophia Wilson is nearing full fitness and could play in all three upcoming games against Japan, according to head coach Emma Hayes.
fromESPN.com
3 days ago
Women

Key USWNT questions to answer before the World Cup for coach Emma Hayes

USWNT prepares for three matches against Japan while refining roster and tactics ahead of the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Women
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Hayes: Returning Wilson 'ready for USWNT-Japan triple-header

Sophia Wilson is nearing full fitness and could play in all three upcoming games against Japan, according to head coach Emma Hayes.
Women
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Key USWNT questions to answer before the World Cup for coach Emma Hayes

USWNT prepares for three matches against Japan while refining roster and tactics ahead of the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Women's Six Nations 2026: team-by-team guide to the tournament

England aims to win the Six Nations after their World Cup victory, despite squad changes and injuries.
Women
fromNewsday
5 days ago

Another sloppy women's Final Four feels like a missed opportunity for the sport

The women's Final Four featured disappointing games, with blowouts and poor shooting overshadowing the excitement of marquee programs and veteran stars.
#keira-barry
Women
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
3 days ago

Who is Keira Barry? The latest name to be called up to the Lionesses

Keira Barry has been called up to the England squad for the first time ahead of World Cup qualifiers.
Women
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
3 days ago

Who is Keira Barry? The latest name to be called up to the Lionesses

Keira Barry has been called up to the England squad for the first time ahead of World Cup qualifiers.
Women
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Women's NCAA basketball transfer rankings for 2026-27 season

The women's college basketball transfer portal opened with over 1,000 players entering, significantly impacting team rosters and coaching strategies.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

American Samoa's Women's World Cup fairytale takes them from underdog to dark horse'

American Samoa's women's team has achieved remarkable success in World Cup qualifiers despite being the lowest-ranked team in the tournament.
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Ipsy joins the WNBA craze as the official beauty partner of the Las Vegas Aces

"With women's sports finally having its moment, we really wanted to be a part of that cultural conversation," said Ipsy chief marketing officer Stacey Politi. "The WNBA really is leading the way in women's sports in this moment."
Women
Women
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

WrestleMania 42 is the culmination of a women's wrestling evolution

WrestleMania 42 features significant women's matches, showcasing the evolution of WWE's women's division with four matches over two days.
Women
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

2026 college softball: Answering five big questions

Texas and Oklahoma are the top teams in college softball, with a major series upcoming this weekend.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Something you only see in films': Czech case yet another example of sexual abuse crisis

A former coach was arrested for secretly filming players and possessing child sexual abuse content, highlighting systemic issues in reporting such cases.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
Women
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Why women leaders are ditching the old workplace rulebook-and winning because of it

Women are moving away from outdated leadership models that prioritize control and dominance, seeking autonomy and flexibility instead.
#womens-football
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Women's Asian Cup finalists accuse governing body over equal money

Japan and Australia demand equal prize money for women's football, highlighting significant disparities with men's tournaments and the need for partnership with the AFC.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Women's game needs more respect - Bompastor

Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor emphasized the need for more respect in women's football, criticizing officiating standards after a controversial Champions League defeat.
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Women's Asian Cup finalists accuse governing body over equal money

Japan and Australia demand equal prize money for women's football, highlighting significant disparities with men's tournaments and the need for partnership with the AFC.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Women's game needs more respect - Bompastor

Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor emphasized the need for more respect in women's football, criticizing officiating standards after a controversial Champions League defeat.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The most powerful woman in football - meet game's first female super agent

Rafaela Pimenta, a leading female football agent, calls for transfer-system reform to reduce club power and protect players from being treated as hostages.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Women's Final Four on repeat as UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina fight for title

UConn, UCLA, Texas, and South Carolina reach the women's Final Four for the second consecutive year, marking a rare repeat of teams in this event.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Women's Club World Cup row builds as WSL warns of catastrophic' impact

A WSL spokesperson added that they believe clubs and players are also opposed to the schedule, but the league are stopping short of calling for a boycott or threatening to withdraw English teams from the competition, adding: We are not against the introduction of new tournaments in principle [but] those dates would have an impact on five WSL match rounds.
Soccer (FIFA)
Women
fromFast Company
1 week ago

WNBA star Breanna Stewart: Women 'know what it means to step up to the plate'

Women and girls have made significant strides in sports since the passage of Title IX in 1972, leading to greater visibility and opportunities.
#womens-champions-cup
Women
fromBBC
2 weeks ago

More than the Score - Sexism in football: A problem that isn't going away - BBC Sounds

Reports of sexism at football games have more than doubled compared to last season, highlighting a significant issue in the sport.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Women's League Cup to undergo name and format changes

The Women's League Cup will be revamped with a Swiss-style league phase, excluding Women's Champions League qualifiers and possibly receiving a new name.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Champions Cup and WSL talking points: Arsenal rule the world but tournament needs a rethink

Arsenal are world champions. It's a weird thing to say about the team fourth in the WSL, albeit with a game in hand, and who failed to qualify automatically for the Champions League quarter-finals and face a two-leg knockout phase playoff. However, the 3-2 defeat of the Copa Libertadores champions, Corinthians, by the Uefa Champions League holders secured their global title.
Soccer (FIFA)
Women
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

FIFA mandates woman coach or assistant for women's comps

FIFA mandates women's teams must have at least one woman head coach or assistant coach, with two total women staff members in backroom roles across all competitions.
Women
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Girls' Sports Are Getting More Physical

Girls increasingly participate in contact sports like ice hockey, rugby, and football, reversing historical restrictions on physical aggression in women's athletics.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Bespoke women's football stadiums? Why US sides are making the move

Women's football teams in the US are building dedicated stadiums to create competitive advantages, with Kansas City Current and Denver Summit leading this trend as models for global women's sports infrastructure.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Rules are there to be broken': The women's team who defied football ban

Women defied a 1921 FA ban on women's football by forming The Corinthians team in Manchester in 1949, playing illegally in public parks until the ban was lifted in 1971.
Women
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

A look at how gender equality is changing the Olympics

Women's participation in Winter Olympics grew from 4.3% in 1924 to 47% in 2026, with expanded events and leadership representation.
Women
fromFast Company
1 month ago

These Olympics show a clear demand for gender equity

Women are the central drivers of the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, commanding viewership, excitement, and visibility across multiple sports.
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