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NFL

The “Swift Effect” is misleading – for female sports fans, “Athlete Era” is the default

I analyzed 857 College GameDay signs so you don’t have to

College GameDay is known for the signs fans bring to the show, but what do they say about sports fandom and the wider culture?

Aug 20, 2023; Sydney, AUSTRALIA; Jenni Hermoso (10 Spain) passes the ball during the FIFA Womens World Cup 2023 Final football match between Spain and England at Stadium Australia in Sydney, Australia. Mandatory Credit: Noe Llamas/Sipa USA via USA TODAY Sports

Soccer

Women’s World Cup showcases the diverse strength of women in sports

Nov 26, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars defensive end Ron Stone Jr. (10) holds the Apple Cup trophy following a 40-13 victory against the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

College Football

Nothing showcases the hypocrisy of amateurism like conference realignment

FIFA Women’s World Cup’s success breaks down barriers and stereotypes across the globe

Different in the world of sports isn’t always a bad thing, especially when it comes to women’s sports and the Women's World Cup.

Jul 15, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Team Stewart guard Sabrina Ionescu (20) celebrates after scoring a four-point shot against Team Wilson during the first half in the 2023 WNBA All-Star Game at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports

WNBA

After impressive growth this season, how does the WNBA take the next step forward?

Mar 26, 2023; Greenville, SC, USA; Miami Hurricanes guard Haley Cavinder (14) and guard Hanna Cavinder (15) during the NCAA WomenÕs Tournament against the LSU Lady Tigers at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

NCAA

“Sex sells” doesn’t tell the whole story–what sports media can learn about female college athletes after two years of NIL

Joe Rogan looks intense hosting The Joe Rogan Experience, Screenshot via YouTube, 2022.

ESPN

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