Streaming on Disney+ and Charter Flights
"The female Rocky."
Angel Reese celebrated her 22nd birthday at the Met Gal. Then, she helped lead Chicago Sky to a 48-point victory over New York Liberty the next day. Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut will stream on Disney+. Toronto is reportedly getting a WNBA team, and the WNBA will (finally) start providing charter flights for teams this season.
Brittney Griner’s Next Joyful Chapter (The Cut)
Griner talks to Megan Rapinoe about coming home after being detained by Russian authorities, starting her family with her wife Cherelle, and finding moments of joy in camping, rollerblading, and hooping, of course. Spoiler: Sue Bird makes a charming surprise cameo at the end.
A New Era for Women’s Tennis? Iga Swiatek Against Aryna Sabalenka Proved a Point in the Madrid Open Final (Sky Sports)
In a thrilling title matchup between two of the world’s top players, Swiatek and Sabalenka battled for over three hours. In the end, Swiatek hoisted the trophy, but women’s tennis was the real winner. During an on-court interview, Swiatek asked: “Who is going to say that women’s tennis is boring now, right?”
Retiring WNBA Legend Candace Parker Is the New President of Adidas Women’s Basketball (Fast Company)
Just 10 days after announcing her retirement, Parker is taking on a new role as the president of Adidas women’s basketball. In 2010, she became the first women’s basketball player to have a signature shoe with the brand. Now, she’ll shape athlete partnerships, products, and more from the other side.
Brazil’s Bid to Host the Women’s World Cup Tops European Rival (Reuters)
A FIFA report rated Brazil’s bid to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup higher than the joint bid from Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. If Brazil’s bid wins, it would become the first South American country to host the tournament. FIFA’s member nations will vote to determine the host next Friday.
Sydney Sweeney Cast As the “Female Rocky” in Upcoming Biopic (Dazed)
The actress is set to portray Christy Martin, a former pro boxer who dominated the ring in the ‘90s and endured many trials in her personal life (to put it mildly). “Christy Martin not only legitimized female boxing, she overcame gender stereotypes, and fought through emotional, physical, and financial abuse,” Sweeney told Deadline of the role.
League One Volleyball Signs Media Deal with ESPN for Inaugural Pro Season (CNBC)
Women’s professional volleyball is coming to ESPN next year. League One Volleyball made major moves toward becoming the next major US sports league by signing a deal with ESPN. The sports network will air several games during the league’s inaugural season on ESPN and ESPN+. Mark your calendar for January 2025.
Boston Beats Montreal 2-1 in OT as Women's Hockey Rivalry Grows (The Montreal Gazette)
ICYMI, the PWHL playoffs are heating up. In last night’s game one matchup, Montreal outshot Boston 54-26, but Aerin Frankel was a brick wall and Susanna Tapani tapped in a game-winning goal in overtime. Game two is tomorrow. Tonight, Minnesota will try to tie up their series with Toronto.
Fast Break…
A few quick moments of joy.