All articles tagged with #womens sports
Originally Published 24 days ago — by UEFA.com
The UEFA Women's Champions League knockout phase draw has been announced, setting the bracket from the play-offs to the final in Oslo on 23 May, with matches starting in February and culminating in the final at Ullevaal Stadion.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by huskers.com
Nebraska Athletics celebrated a successful 2025 with top sports performances, academic achievements, facility improvements, and new revenue-sharing initiatives, while planning for an exciting 2026 with events and continued support for women's sports.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by NHL.com
The article celebrates Angela James' induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame and her impact on promoting diversity and inclusion in women's hockey, highlighted by a girls' hockey clinic in Toronto where young players, especially girls of color, had the opportunity to learn from and interact with hockey legends, emphasizing the sport's progress towards inclusivity.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
South Africa's women's cricket team defeated England by 125 runs in the semi-final of the 2025 Women's World Cup, with Laura Wolvaardt scoring a record 169 and Marizanne Kapp taking 5 wickets, advancing to their first-ever final against India or Australia.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
Lucy Bronze praised England's victory at the Women's Rugby World Cup, highlighting the event's role in setting new standards for women's rugby and inspiring future generations, while celebrating the players' joy and the tournament's positive impact.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NBC News
Mo'ne Davis, a Little League icon, is returning to baseball to join the newly formed Women's Professional Baseball League (WPBL), set to debut in 2026, aiming to revitalize women's baseball with innovative rules and a fresh league structure, supported by hundreds of women trying out for the teams.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Awful Announcing
Sophie Cunningham, a prominent WNBA player, is launching a new podcast called Show Me Something with The Volume, focusing on women's sports, pop culture, and friendship, marking her rising mainstream profile amid her successful 2025 season.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Front Office Sports
Sophie Cunningham, a rising star in the WNBA known for her defensive skills and outspoken personality, has signed a podcast deal with Colin Cowherd’s The Volume, co-hosting 'Show Me Something' with West Wilson. Her increasing popularity is fueled by her support for Caitlin Clark and her bold social media presence, leading to endorsement deals and a growing fan base, positioning her as a prominent figure in women's sports and media.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Washington Post
The USOPC updated its policies to effectively exclude transgender women from women's sports, citing compliance with a federal executive order from President Trump, though the policy details remain vague.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Axios
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has updated its policies to ban transgender women from competing in women's sports, aligning with President Trump's executive order, and emphasizing fair competition and athlete safety.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Guardian
The US Olympic and Paralympic Committee has effectively barred transgender women from competing in women's sports, citing compliance with an executive order from Donald Trump aimed at ensuring fairness and safety in female competitions, a move that has drawn criticism from advocacy groups and follows similar policies by other sports organizations.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
Nobel laureate economist Claudia Goldin has joined the WNBA Players' Association as an advisor during their contract negotiations, bringing her expertise on women's labor economics to advocate for fair revenue sharing and equity in women's basketball, marking a significant shift in the league's approach to labor disputes.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Boston Globe
Boston is actively making its case for a WNBA franchise, with fans and officials advocating for the league to relocate or expand to the city, which is seen as a prime market for women's basketball. The Connecticut Sun, currently based in Uncasville, Conn., may relocate due to potential sale and franchise changes, further fueling the possibility of a team in Boston. The Sun recently sold out TD Garden for the second consecutive year, highlighting strong local support, and partnerships like TD Bank's sponsorship aim to boost women's sports visibility and accessibility.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Katie Taylor achieved a historic victory over Amanda Serrano in their trilogy, outboxing her over 10 rounds to complete a clean sweep and solidify her legacy in women's boxing, headlining an all-female card at Madison Square Garden and expressing pride in her performance and the opportunities for women in sports.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Axios
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear two cases concerning state laws in Idaho and West Virginia that ban transgender athletes from competing in women's sports, potentially affecting the interpretation of Title IX and sex discrimination protections. The cases come amid recent conservative rulings on LGBTQ+ issues, and their outcomes could have significant implications for transgender rights in sports.