Women's Sports Foundation

06/02/2026

: This , we recognize the progress of LGBTQ+ representation in sports, celebrating the trailblazers who pushed boundaries to make today’s visibility possible.

At the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games, history was made as a record number of openly LGBTQ+ athletes competed. Among them was Team USA gold medalist Amber Glenn, the first openly q***r woman to represent the U.S. in Olympic singles figure skating. Milestones like this are built on generations of athletes who took the first steps toward a more inclusive sport landscape.

As visibility grows, we must also acknowledge that safe and welcoming environments for LGBTQ+ athletes are still not guaranteed. Achieving true equity means ensuring that safety, belonging, and opportunity exist across every level of sports. When we listen, learn, and lead with care, we help build a culture where everyone can thrive. ‍🌈

Your Turn:
1. Explore the work, resources and best practices from organizations such as Athlete Ally and The Inclusion Playbook to learn how to make your local sports program an inclusive space.

2. Talk with your coaches and school administrators about how they can best support LGBTQ+ athletes and foster meaningful allyship within their teams.

3. Visit TheTrevorProject.org to read their research focusing on the participation and well-being of LGBTQ+ youth athletes.

06/01/2026

Join the Women's Sports Foundation on June 17 for a virtual leadership conversation with Coach Lisa Bluder and WSF Trustee LaChina Robinson, presented by WSF's Tara VanDerveer Fund for the Advancement of Women in Coaching. 🏀✨

Together, they will dive into mentorship, leadership, and the investment needed to close the gender gap in coaching as the landscape of women’s sports continues to evolve. Learn how the Tara VanDerveer Fund is creating impact and empowering the next generation of women coaches. Register today! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ho4fuPhZSg-GP9W01ku-NA #/registration

05/31/2026

“A new research hub, believed to the best first of its kind, has been launched to focus on injuries and rehabilitation in female sport. The initiative has seen the University of Worcester and the University of Gloucestershire collaborate to create the Women's Injury and Science Hub (WISH). New studies include research around joint laxity, where joints extend beyond normal limits and can be more prevalent in women. The hub's work will also include educating grassroots coaches about the importance of injury risk management in young girls, who are at a high risk of injury.”

The hub's work educates grassroots coaches about the importance of injury risk in young girls.

05/30/2026

“As the global soccer industry races toward a men’s World Cup in North America this summer and a Women’s World Cup in Brazil in 2027, independent soccer brand Senda Athletics is betting there is room in the market for an underdog. The fair-trade soccer company announced this week it has raised $1.5 million in seed funding as it prepares to launch what it says are the world’s first Fair Trade Certified soccer cleats, adding another challenger to a crowded global footwear market dominated by giants like Nike, Adidas and Puma.”

Senda Athletics announced it has raised $1.5 million in seed funding as it prepares to launch Fair Trade Certified soccer cleats.

05/26/2026

Join us in cheering on Amani Shah, Madi Martin, Ella Charlesworth, Amanda Calabrese, and Kaitlyn Luckock as they prepare for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon as part of ! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💨

We are so grateful for their commitment to helping every girl and woman play, compete and lead in sport and beyond. Click the link below to read more about the members of and we hope you’ll consider donating as they train for November. https://womenssportsfoundation.salsalabs.org/2026nycteamwsf/index.html

05/26/2026

: WSF President Swin Cash is featured in Women's Health as part of their Game Changers series, where she brings into focus the power of sport to shape girls’ and women’s lives.

As Swin notes, when girls play sports, they gain skills on and off the court through the confidence and leadership abilities developed. Our research shows that 71 percent of women who played sports go on to hold leadership roles, carrying those lessons into their schools, careers, and communities.

However, pathways into sport for girls remain limited compared to the broader, more established routes available to boys. Therefore, there is still a need for intentional investment and support.

WSF remains committed to advocating for increased access to athletics for girls and women at every level, because we know it isn’t just about equity in sport, it’s about shaping a stronger, more inclusive future for all.

Your Turn:
1. Read Swin Cash’s Women’s Health article and take time to reflect on the connection between sports and leadership. https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a70841088/sports-game-changers/

2. Use our free We Play Interactive resource to help your local recreational or school sports programs uplift and support girls. https://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/get-involved/we-play-interactive/

3. Head to our website to read WSF’s research report ‘Play to Lead: The Generational Impact of Sport on Women’s Leadership,’ which focuses on the impact youth sport participation has on women’s leadership development. https://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/articles_and_report/play-to-lead/

05/24/2026

"Women's flag football is on track to gaining NCAA championship status. If all goes according to plan, a title game might even take place right before the sport makes its Olympic debut at the 2028 LA Games."

05/23/2026

"Billie Jean King raised her right arm in triumph. Not for another victory on the tennis court. This time, she was celebrating earning a college degree 65 years after she first took classes.

The 82-year-old sports and equality icon received her bachelor's in history from Cal State Los Angeles on Monday, walking across the stage in hot pink glasses and royal blue sneakers at the Shrine Auditorium with about 6,000 others in the Class of 2026."

05/21/2026

The Women’s Sports Foundation is proud to support our President Swin Cash at her She's Got Time Women in Sports Summit in Las Vegas this July 13-14! ✨

More than a summit, She’s Got Time is building a powerful ecosystem where women across sports, media, and culture can connect, grow, and lead - together.

From leadership and ownership to wellness and wealth-building, this year’s theme, “Higher Stakes, Higher Standards,” reflects the moment we’re in, and where we’re going. Learn more and get your tickets today: https://shesgottime.com/summit-2026/

05/20/2026

Icon. Trailblazer. Graduate. 🎓💙

Congratulations to our Founder, Billie Jean King, on earning her college degree — a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to pursue your goals.