Megan Rapinoe Joins Fox Sports As The USWNT Begins Its March to Rio
New co-captains, more grass playing fields, Megan Rapinoe as a guest analyst on Fox, and seven USWNT games between now and mid-March.
World’s Best Soccer Players Endangered By Sexism, Artificial Turf
There are historical reasons why artificial turf has come to be used so widely, but very few of them have to do with improving gameplay.
Abby Wambach Hangs Up Her Cleats, We Cry Forever
Tonight, Abby Wambach, the greatest soccer player in U.S. history will play her final game. Hopefully she’ll smooch her wife on live TV one last time.
15 Useful Phrases To Yell At Thanksgiving Football
“Summon all the indignation you can muster and pretend you are shouting down a Planned Parenthood opposer.”
Abby Wambach Retires, Lesbians Everywhere Weep and Pin Dreams on Megan Rapinoe
With 184 goals in 252 caps, two Olympic gold medals, and one world cup victory, her title as Legend is indisputable.
Serena Williams Wins Wimbledon Again, Is The Greatest Athlete In America
“She has done it longer and better than any active athlete in America. She has done it all by herself. She has done it right in the middle of a perfect storm misogyny and racism. And she is showing no signs of slowing down.”
The ESPN Body Issue: Top 10 Things That Are Nice To Look At
Would you like to see some abs and butts today? Well, you are in luck!
The New Generation Queens: A Zanzibar Soccer Story
“While 13.5 million viewers tune into the Women’s World Cup for the next few weeks, watching as the global elite female soccer players battle it out for the title of “Best in the World,”the New Generation Queens practice. On a field of dry brown grass in Zanzibar, a remote island off the coast of Tanzania, they are solemn, focused, and fearless.”
The FIFA Sexist Trickle-Down, From President Blatter On Down
The reaction to EA’s decision to include women’s teams in FIFA ’16 is just one variant in the globally sexist world associated with Fédération Internationale de Football Association. The entire culture is fundamentally sexist, from its chauvinist president to its executive committee officials, all the way down to the dudes that play their video games.
Glory Johnson and Brittney Griner Arrested, Charged with Assault and Disorderly Conduct
Last night, Brittney Griner and Glory Johnson were arrested at their home. Johnson’s sister called the police after a fight between Griner and Johnson became physical.
Women’s March Madness: The Sweet 16 Kicks Off Tonight!
You can watch women’s basketball nonstop this weekend, if you want to. What a time to be alive!
VIDEO: These Brands Will Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Super Bowl Today for the Following Feminist Messages
From girl power to domestic violence, these are the ads screening during today’s big organized athletic event between two teams from I think the United States that have something in them for the rest of us. Mindy Kaling’s in one!
The NFL Scores and FIFA Flops: LGBT Inclusion in Sports Organizations Shouldn’t Be Sidelined
The NFL says hi to LGBT businesses, the World Cup may be like Sochi or worse, and queer women in sports continue to be ignored. Go team, go!
Brittani’s Team Pick: Watch the Mo’ne Davis Documentary, “Throw Like a Girl”
This documentary about 13-year-old Mo’ne Davis and her 70mph fastball will make you cry and you should definitely watch it.
The NFL’s New Stance on Domestic Violence Isn’t a Step in the Right Direction
The NFL has a new action plan for players who commit domestic violence, but it’s not clear how much action it really calls for.
Legendary Boxing Manager and Promoter Kellie Maloney Comes Out as a Trans Woman
Boxing Promoter and Manager Kellie Maloney has come out as a transgender woman, making her one of the highest profile trans people in the world of sports.
Megan Rapinoe Naked: Pinoe Takes It Off, Shares Thoughts & Feelings For ESPN’s Body Issue
MEGAN RAPINOE IS NOT WEARING ANY CLOTHES. I REPEAT, NO CLOTHES AT ALL.
FIFA Claims “Zero Tolerance” On Discrimination; Citizens of World Cup Host Countries Might Disagree
In spite of FIFA’s pledge to defend equality, to many of the countries that host it, the World Cup in and of itself is a symbol of discrimination.
WNBA Makes Pro Sports History, Announces National LGBT Pride Platform
“The WNBA has a very proud history of welcoming all fans, athletes, and partners to our game. These beliefs unite the 12 teams of the WNBA and we are very excited to introduce the WNBA Pride platform which celebrates acceptance and values inclusion.”
Michael Sam’s A Ram: Is It A Brand New Day For Gays Who Wanna Play (Football)?
In which a Miami Dolphin is fined for homophobic tweets, a gay player’s NFL jersey is a best-seller, ESPN airs a same-sex kiss and the president gives the NFL a shout-out for LGBT progress.