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PVF content series joins successful wave of league-owned media opportunities in women’s sportsPVF content series joins successful wave of league-owned media opportunities in women’s sports
PVF content series joins successful wave of league-owned media opportunities in women’s sports
This weekend, the Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) premiered its new Team Spotlight Series on YouTube. While women’s sports are winning more primetime coverage and network support than ever before, both emerging and established leagues are still successfully leveraging their own broadcasts to reach fans.
March 31, 2025
WNBA and key sponsors expand Voice In Sport partnership to empower young fansWNBA and key sponsors expand Voice In Sport partnership to empower young fans
WNBA and key sponsors expand Voice In Sport partnership to empower young fans
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Yesterday, the WNBA and its Changemaker Collective — a group of community-focused brands — extended a key partnership with women-focused digital platform Voice in Sport (VIS). By collaborating with VIS, the W and its partners are able to reach a passionate Gen Z and Gen Alpha fanbase that’s looking to stay involved in basketball, both as players and fans.
March 28, 2025
For Soccer shares demographic insights on women soccer fans in the U.S. For Soccer shares demographic insights on women soccer fans in the U.S.
For Soccer shares demographic insights on women soccer fans in the U.S.
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Yesterday, U.S. media and marketing platform For Soccer released the first installment of its 2025 United States of Soccer series, which profiles women soccer fans in the U.S. The report covers how this audience of 44M women — 43% of all U.S. soccer fans — is growing in size and influence, offering insights for marketers to meet them where they are.
March 28, 2025
AUSL kicks off a historic softball marketing campaign as ESPN expands its reachAUSL kicks off a historic softball marketing campaign as ESPN expands its reach
AUSL kicks off a historic softball marketing campaign as ESPN expands its reach
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Yesterday, the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) officially debuted its "This is Legendary" campaign ad, which the league describes as the largest marketing initiative for pro softball in the U.S. The star-studded spot will air across ESPN networks to promote the new league, which tips off June 7th.
March 26, 2025
WNBA responds to record 2024 viewership with 2025 television scheduleWNBA responds to record 2024 viewership with 2025 television schedule
WNBA responds to record 2024 viewership with 2025 television schedule
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During its record-breaking 2024 season, the WNBA saw a massive viewership jump across networks — especially when Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark graced the screen. And based on its 2025 regular-season schedule unveiled last week, the W is doubling down on 2024’s wins with increased broadcast exposure, giving an easy assist to its partners.
March 24, 2025
Women’s soccer legends team up to launch global 7v7 soccer leagueWomen’s soccer legends team up to launch global 7v7 soccer league
Women’s soccer legends team up to launch global 7v7 soccer league
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With investment in women’s soccer on the rise globally, some of the sport’s brightest minds have teamed up to capitalize on its universal appeal in an adapted format. Yesterday, World Sevens Football (W7F) announced it would launch this May as a multi-city women’s soccer tournament.
March 21, 2025
U.S. Ski and Snowboard secures historic partnership with apparel brand J. CrewU.S. Ski and Snowboard secures historic partnership with apparel brand J. Crew
U.S. Ski and Snowboard secures historic partnership with apparel brand J. Crew
Yesterday, U.S. Ski & Snowboard banked a three-year partnership with American apparel brand J.Crew, making it the governing body’s official lifestyle apparel partner. In J.Crew’s longest deal to date, the brand intends to amplify the connection between snow sports and their après ski lifestyle, especially as the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games roll around.
March 21, 2025
Deloitte shares insights into surging revenue in women’s sportsDeloitte shares insights into surging revenue in women’s sports
Deloitte shares insights into surging revenue in women’s sports
Yesterday, Deloitte shared key insights into why the women’s game is generating revenue at an exponential rate. The company predicts global revenue for women’s sports will cross the $2B threshold in 2025, a 240% increase in just two years. This is largely thanks to commercial revenue, which is set to top $1.26B after a rise in engagement, brand recognition, and sponsorships.
March 19, 2025
NWSL expands global reach with new international media rights dealsNWSL expands global reach with new international media rights deals
NWSL expands global reach with new international media rights deals
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On Friday, the NWSL kicked off its 2025 season by allowing more global access than ever thanks to new media rights deals. The league expanded its international reach through ESPN while also signing media rights packages to networks in Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Australia. Through this, NWSL content will now reach more than 130 countries.
March 17, 2025
TNT proposes rotating Unrivaled schedule despite purpose-built Miami facilityTNT proposes rotating Unrivaled schedule despite purpose-built Miami facility
TNT proposes rotating Unrivaled schedule despite purpose-built Miami facility
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Unrivaled enjoyed a strong debut in its inaugural season, but some are concerned the novelty has worn off. With the exception of its 1v1 tournament, league viewership has petered off since January, with TNT Sports execs telling the Sports Business Journal’s Mollie Cahillane they believe the league should consider touring to reach new markets.
March 14, 2025
Advertisers see their ads overperform across women’s sports in 2024Advertisers see their ads overperform across women’s sports in 2024
Advertisers see their ads overperform across women’s sports in 2024
Women’s sports grew in just about every way last year, including on the ad side. A new report from TV marketing firm EDO illustrates how much advertisers were willing to spend in the women’s sports industry and what they got out of it.
March 14, 2025
Angel City enters unique toy partnership that features limited-edition TamagotchiAngel City enters unique toy partnership that features limited-edition Tamagotchi
Angel City enters unique toy partnership that features limited-edition Tamagotchi
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Yesterday, toy company Bandai Namco made history thanks to a unique multiyear partnership with the NWSL’s Angel City FC (ACFC). The deal makes the iconic Japanese brand the first toy company to sponsor a major U.S. professional women’s sports team, one that will debut its own limited-edition Tamagotchi at its home opener this Sunday.
March 12, 2025
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