The growth of women’s sports is spurring a building boom

March 13, 2025

While it might not be the flashiest way to chart the rapid growth of women’s professional sports, a building boom is showing that investors are paying attention.

There’s already a dedicated women’s soccer stadium in the National Women’s Soccer League and another one is planned. The WNBA has seen a jump in new practice facilities — including a purpose-built training center for the Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark’s team.

These new facilities, often designed specifically for women, help teams attract and retain elite talent while also allowing for possible new revenue streams, like sponsorship opportunities. Independent