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May 13, 2024
Sportive Breaks unveils Women’s-Only Cycling Weekenders – with special guest Louise Vardeman of InternationElles
13th May 2024 - UK/SPORTSWIRE WOMEN/ – Cycling travel specialists Sportive Breaks offer travel packages designed for cyclists seeking to participate in some of the world's most prestigious grand tours, cycling classics and weekend getaways. The team offers a variety of tailored travel options; including cycling tours, training camps, hospitality...
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May 13, 2024
Unbridled Women Cut Loose in Parklands
Louisville, KY /SPORTSWIRE WOMEN/ - The Unbridled Women Adventure Race is returning to the Parklands of Floyds Fork on Sunday, June 9, 2024. The 6-hour event will be staged out of the Brown-Forman Silo Center in Turkey Run Park. Participants will race in teams of 2 or 3, visiting checkpoints...
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May 10, 2024
Self-Confidence: An Interview with Jasmin Paris About Her 2024 Barkley Marathons Finish
Jasmin Paris (U.K.) made history on March 22 in the waning minutes of the 2024 Barkley Marathons, when she came around the final corner of the finishing road. No woman had ever finished four laps of five-lap race before, let alone the whole thing. After two previous attempts at the event in...
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May 10, 2024
Toronto Set to Be WNBA’s 14th Franchise, First Outside U.S.
Toronto will be the WNBA’s 14th team and first outside the United States, beginning play in May 2026, according to the CBC. Billionaire Larry Tanenbaum, the chairman of Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment and a minority owner in the Maple Leafs and Raptors among other investments, was awarded the franchise, with...
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May 9, 2024
Gainbridge® Announces Parity Week to Empower Girls and Women in Sports and Education
Zionsville, Ind. (May 9, 2024) /SPORTSWIRE WOMEN/ - As part of this year’s “Parity Week by Gainbridge®: Investing in the Future of Women’s Sports,” Gainbridge® announces grants totaling $150,000 to deserving organizations that support girls and women through sports and/or education from Gainbridge®, Parity, and Women’s Sports Foundation®. Gainbridge®, a...
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May 9, 2024
Gatorade Adds WNBA Champion A’ja Wilson to Elite Athlete Roster
Wilson joins a prestigious lineup of basketball stars, including recent signees such as #1 WNBA draft pick Caitlin Clark and NBA standout Luka Dončić. As Gatorade continues its legacy of partnering with elite athletes, Wilson’s multiyear deal signifies a new chapter for both parties. “We’re thrilled about the addition of...
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May 9, 2024
How Women’s Sports Can Sustain The ‘Caitlin Clark Effect’
On the heels of unprecedented viewership of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament driven by Caitlin Clark fandom, the ESPNW Summit, Thursday, discussed ways to sustain the growing interest in women's sports. Sarah Spain kicked off the summit by presenting key figures on viewership and attendance, showcasing the significant momentum and growth experienced by...
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May 8, 2024
Could your sports bra be causing your knee pain?
A well-fitting sports bra can be a game-changer in terms of comfort—but could it also impact your joint health? A recent study published in the Journal of Applied Biometrics suggests a supportive bra may actually reduce injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), which runs through the middle of the knee and helps...
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May 8, 2024
WNBA to begin full-time charter flights this season, commissioner says
The WNBA plans to commit $50m over the next two years to provide full-time charter flight service for its teams during the season, the league’s commissioner announced Tuesday in a move that addresses years of player safety concerns. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said in a meeting with sports editors that the league will...
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May 8, 2024
Pregnant runner wins half-marathon
Elite American long-distance runner Anna Rohrer made headlines on Saturday when she won the half-marathon at the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon in Indianapolis while 23 weeks pregnant. Clocking 1:15:18, the now two-time winner of the race was not expecting the win. She told Canadian Running that without any expectations heading into the race,...
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May 8, 2024
Dallas approves plan to bring pro women’s soccer team to the Cotton Bowl
The Dallas City Council unanimously approved a plan to bring a new professional women’s soccer team to the Cotton Bowl. Sports fans really only get to enjoy the historic stadium for a few big games out of the year. But that will change when the USL Super League starts its inaugural...
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May 8, 2024
Caitlin Clark boost leads to major broadcast partnership to show Fever games
TEGNA Inc. and the Indiana Fever announced an expansive broadcast partnership that will bring Fever games to an unprecedented number of households across the country. The collaboration, which includes 11 additional markets joining TEGNA’s Indianapolis NBC affiliate, WTHR, marks a milestone in the promotion of the WNBA and women's sports on broadcast television. The...
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May 8, 2024
Retired WNBA legend Candace Parker named president of Adidas women’s basketball
According to Adidas, Parker will "collaborate with the brand to create a powerful platform aimed at influencing and elevating the future of women’s sports. She will drive innovative strategies and empowering initiatives to push the game further while inspiring the next generation of hoopers to dream bigger and reach higher...
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May 8, 2024
Liv Cycling Forges Paths for New Cyclists with the Liv AlUla Jayco Women’s Continental Team Grassroots Programme
NEWBURY PARK, CA — MAY 8, 2024 /SPORTSWIRE WOMEN/ – Liv Cycling, the company dedicated to getting more women and girls on bikes, today announces a significant new opportunity for young, developing road cyclists, in partnership with the Liv AlUla Jayco Women’s Continental Team. Together they welcome four exceptional international guest...
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May 7, 2024
After Her Six-Day Women’s World Record, Camille Herron Is Eyeing the Men’s
Camille Herron has to believe it is possible. An ultrarunner, Herron is no stranger to breaking records at long distances. Now she has another record in her sights: the men’s. SI
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May 7, 2024
Gregg Doyel suspended, banned from Fever games for awkward Caitlin Clark exchange
The Indianapolis Star has suspended sports columnist Gregg Doyel after he went viral for an embarrassing interaction with Caitlin Clark at a press conference. Doyel is suspended for two weeks. As additional punishment, Doyel will not go to Clark’s rookie games this season but will instead cover them for opinion stories by...
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May 7, 2024
The Hydroshirt: A New Take on Hydration Gear for Runners Launches on Kickstarter
San Francisco, Calif. – May 7, 2024 /SPORTSWIRE WOMEN/ – Today, Vessel Athletics is debuting its first iteration of functional performance wear, introducing the world of runners to a fresh take on hydration gear. The Hydroshirt is a lightweight shirt that integrates a 1L water bladder, designed to let runners...
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May 6, 2024
US Olympic women’s water polo team gets support from Flavor Flav
Hall of Fame rapper Flavor Flav is throwing his support behind the United States women's water polo team, pledging to back the defending champions at the Paris Olympics. USA Today
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May 5, 2024
How Form’s Co-Founders Use Social Media To Build a Winning Fitness Brand
Recently becoming part of the Seattle Storm ownership group, Sue Bird joined an elite set of former professional athletes turned owners across the NBA and WNBA. She is only the third retired WNBA player to move into ownership, joining Lisa Leslie (Los Angeles Sparks) and Renee Montgomery (Atlanta Dream). Bird's...
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May 5, 2024
A $5,000 check won by Billie Jean King 50 years ago helped create Women’s Sports Foundation
Billie Jean King’s $5,000 check from her sportswoman of the year award was used to launch the Women’s Sports Foundation in 1974. Since then, the foundation has invested more than $100 million to help girls and women gain opportunities and equity in sports. AP Sports
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May 5, 2024
WNBA Doesn’t Show Preseason Game, Fan Stream Gets Huge Audience
On Friday night, the Chicago Sky faced the Minnesota Lynx in their preseason opener. The game was of major interest to followers of women’s basketball, but the WNBA’s streaming app did not air the game, despite listing that all preseason tilts would be watchable from the app. That’s when a fan, @heyheyitsalli, stepped in...
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May 3, 2024
How Form’s Co-Founders Use Social Media To Build a Winning Fitness Brand
While Form was initially created to leverage creator Sami Clarke’s large social media following, it has evolved into a fitness brand capable of standing on its own with offerings including workout content, activewear and more. Over the past year, Form’s membership has grown by 300%, and the “Samis” have also...
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May 2, 2024
New Data Shows Star Women College Athletes Are Driving NIL Brand Deals
Women college athletes are getting more NIL dealsThe number of women among the top 100 athletes ranked by total NIL deals also increased 37% year over year in 2023 to surpass the number of men, with 52 women in the top 100. Business Insider
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May 2, 2024
The Women’s Sports Foundation Celebrates 50th Anniversary, Marks Milestone with Founder Billie Jean King in a Ceremonial Lighting of the Iconic Empire State Building
The Women's Sports Foundation (WSF) is celebrating its 50th anniversary with sports icon, social justice pioneer and WSF Founder, Billie Jean King leading a ceremonial lighting of the iconic Empire State Building in WSF colors. WSF is commemorating 50 Years of Changing the Game throughout 2024. Today marks the official 50 years-to-the-date when King founded WSF with...
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April 27, 2024
One less hurdle for women in track: USATF expands maternity benefits for athletes
USA Track & Field (USATF) announced in a press release Thursday that it has expanded maternity support for its athletes, building on the coverage currently offered by the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC). The expanded policy will provide athletes with more time to recover and requalify for Tier...