WNBA Legends See Growing Pains as Evolution Sparks Debate
#WNBA #WomensSportsWNBA legends discuss how off-court controversies over race, gender, and sexuality overshadow stellar play amid league growth. Hall of Famers see parallels to NBA history, viewing scrutiny as growing pains, while players lament distractions from basketball's incredible product. read more
Flavor Flav leads movement celebrating Team USA women
#WomensSports #TeamUSAFlavor Flav's SHE Weekend in Las Vegas celebrated Team USA's women Olympians and Paralympians with a parade, concert, and private dinner. Athletes received keys to the Strip and clock necklaces, calling it a genuine movement honoring women's sports. read more
Flavor Flav hosts SHE Weekend honoring women Olympians
#WomensSports #FlavorFlavFlavor Flav hosts SHE Weekend in Las Vegas, July 16-19, celebrating over 100 elite Team USA women athletes. Inspired by Olympic water polo captain Maggie Steffens' letter about financial struggles, Flav sponsors teams, aiming to give women athletes recognition and support through parades, concerts, and events. read more
2026 ESPYS Nominees: Four Women Rewrite Record Books
#ESPYS #WomensSportsA'ja Wilson became first WNBA player to win MVP, Finals MVP, Defensive Player of Year, scoring title in one season. Hilary Knight set U.S. Olympic hockey records. Mikaela Shiffrin won slalom gold with largest margin since 1998. Nelly Korda dominated golf. read more
White House Womens Tennis Photo Sparks Backlash
#WhiteHousePhoto #WomensSportsA White House photo celebrating the University of Georgia's women's tennis team shows them standing behind six men, including Donald Trump. The composition was widely mocked online for overshadowing the athletes it aimed to honor. read more
WNBA Draft Class Stuns on Fashion-First Orange Carpet
#WNBADraft #WomensSportsProspects like Flau'jae Johnson and Azzi Fudd showcased bold fashion on the orange carpet at the 2026 WNBA Draft. Whoopi Goldberg also discussed the league's rising popularity on "The Rich Eisen Show." read more
Serrano Returns to Featherweight on Stacked MVPW Card
#Boxing #WomensSportsAmanda Serrano defends her WBA and WBO featherweight titles against Cheyenne Hanson on May 30 in El Paso. The bout is part of MVPW-03, a stacked card featuring a Han-Holm rematch, airing live on ESPN. read more
Auriemma: Title IX Eroded in New College Sports Era
#TitleIX #WomensSportsUConn coach Geno Auriemma says Title IX is effectively obsolete in major conferences, citing unequal funding as schools prioritize football and men's basketball. He argues equity now depends on conference and athletic director decisions. read more
WNBA Inks Historic $1 Billion CBA Deal
#WNBACBA #WomensSportsThe WNBA and players' union have a tentative CBA deal, pending ratification. It features a historic revenue-sharing model, a rising salary cap projected over $10M, increased player salaries, and expanded benefits like charter travel and enhanced health coverage. read more
WNBA, Players Strike Historic $1 Million Deal
#WNBACBA #WomensSportsThe WNBA and players' union have reached a transformative new CBA after prolonged talks. The deal, pending ratification, ties salaries to revenue growth for the first time and is expected to introduce $1 million salaries, reflecting the league's surging popularity. read more
Shields Dominates in Detroit Title Defense
#Boxing #WomensSportsClaressa Shields defended her undisputed heavyweight title, defeating rival Franchon Crews-Dezurn by unanimous decision (100-90 on all cards) at Little Caesars Arena. The home victory improves Shields' professional record to a perfect 18-0. read more