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Writing My Book About Women Football Players Helped Me Leave My Husband
I was two minutes into my second interview of the book project when my interview subject–a loud-talking, Southern-drawling woman named …
Sexist Legal Loophole Leaves UK Women’s Soccer Teams Vulnerable to Crazed Fans
Last Thursday, an incredible clip started making the rounds on WoSo (women’s soccer) Twitter. The video showed former NWSL star …
When Did ‘Cheerleader’ Become a Dirty Word?
On Monday, the New Orleans Saints announced that they had officially renamed their cheerleading squad, formerly known as the Saintsations …
Women Are Protesting the NFL at Tonight’s ‘Inspire Change’ Football Game
On Monday night, the Washington Football Team will take on the Seattle Seahawks for the coveted Monday Night Football slot, …
The NFL Refuses to Cooperate with Congress On Sexual Harassment Probe
The NFL has proven, once again, that it not only believes it is one of the most powerful and fiscally …
The International Olympic Committee Is Finally Advocating for Trans and Intersex Athletes
While 2021 has seen the devastating rise of transphobia, it has still been a promising year for trans rights: The …
Hm, Did Jonah Hill Really ‘Ruin Surfing’?
Many people are saying things about Jonah Hill. A friend recently confided to me that she thinks he is “secret …
Candace Parker Put Chicago, the WNBA on Her Back and Delivered a Win For Both
The Chicago Sky closed out a four-game series against the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday night, denying the Mercury their fourth …
National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner Resigns Amidst Alleged Sexual Abuse Scandal
In the wake of a bombshell report detailing a former women’s soccer coach’s alleged sexual abuse of players and the …