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WNBA players take offseason into their own hands with new winter league
The new league would offer another chance for players to earn money during the offseason without shouldering the risks that come with playing overseas.
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Brittney Griner’s experience spotlights the impact of inequality at work
The WNBA star is a queer Black woman — and her experience reminds us of the gulfs that remain in how workers are treated.
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Anti-trans sports bans would violate Title IX under proposed Education Department rule
The proposal, which still allows schools to restrict trans students’ sports access in competitive teams, comes as 20 states have passed legislation banning trans students from sports that match their gender identity.
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The Olympics could change the future of college cheerleading
As cheerleading moves closer to an Olympic future, a new level of competition could get the sport more resources, recognition and more opportunities for athletes.
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Olivia Dunne's rise to fame is fueling the earning power of college athletes — but who is keeping her safe?
The LSU gymnast’s platform as an influencer shows how the NCAA’s name, image and likeness policies can benefit women athletes — while also leaving them vulnerable to the dark side of online fandom.
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Brittney Griner is home, but the work isn’t over
Days after her release from Russian detainment, WNBA player Brittney Griner shared gratitude for the support that brought her home and announced her return to basketball.
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The 19th Explains: What we know about Brittney Griner’s case and what it took to get her home
As details about Griner’s release continue to emerge, The 19th spoke with Russia expert Kimberly St. Julian-Varnon about her case and the significance of her release.
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'I have to go prove that we belong': NYC Marathon sees surge in nonbinary runners
Sixteen nonbinary runners finished the NYC Marathon last year. That number nearly tripled for 2022's race.
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Dan Snyder’s accusers asked the NFL to punish him. They’re still waiting.
The Washington Commanders owner faces multiple accusations of workplace sexual harassment and assault, but his fellow owners and the NFL haven’t decided what to do about him.
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How a ceremony intended to honor women athletes ended with them being shooed off the field
The University of South Carolina fumbled a Title IX ceremony because they were just “checking a box,” a soccer player said.