“It’s More Than Just Basketball; You’re Coaching The Person Not The Sport” – Erin Bracken
In this episode of the Her Sport Show, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Erin Bracken, a true powerhouse in the world of basketball. Erin, a remarkable player and coach, shared with us her incredible journey through the game, from coaching men’s teams to reigniting her love for playing. Erin’s journey began when she was just nine years …
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Breanna Stewart Breaks WNBA Single-Season Scoring Record
New York Liberty’s Breanna Stewart made history in the WNBA by breaking the single-season scoring record. Stewart’s incredible feat was achieved as she contributed 40 points to secure a narrow 94-93 victory over the Dallas Wings. This achievement elevated her total points to 885 in just 38 games, surpassing the previous record set by Diana Taurasi, who scored 860 points …
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Spain appoints first-ever female head coach, Montse Tome
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has ushered in a new era for its senior women’s soccer team with the appointment of Montse Tome as the head coach. Montse Tome’s appointment is historic as she becomes the first woman to hold the head coach role for the Spanish women’s national soccer team. The decision came just hours before Tome’s appointment, marking …
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“We Wouldn’t Do It If We Weren’t Passionate About It” – Fran Duffy’s Balancing Act of Passion, Profession, and Persistence
Balancing a demanding career as a Solicitor with a thriving international netball career is no easy feat. Yet, for Fran Duffy, it’s a challenge she’s embraced with determination and grace. We had the privilege of chatting with international netball player Fran Duffy on the Her Sport Show, where she shared her remarkable journey as a netball sensation for the Republic …
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Nebraska Breaks World Record Attendance For Women’s Sporting Event
The world record for attendance at a women’s sporting event was broken this week in Nebraska, USA at a NCAA volleyball match, where over 92,000 fans watched the Nebraska volleyball team beat Omaha 3-0. Husker Nation, you’ve done it. The WORLD RECORD for a Women’s Sporting Event lives in Lincoln. Today’s attendance: 9️⃣2️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣3️⃣ There is NO PLACE like Nebraska. pic.twitter.com/lQFguWHyp8 …
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2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Breaks Revenue And Attendance Records
The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, has left a lasting mark on the world of sports, breaking both spectator attendance and revenue records. Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, proudly announced that the Women’s World Cup has “broken even” financially. With a staggering revenue of over $570 million USD (approximately $900 million AUD), this …
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“You Need To Change ‘I Can’t’ to ‘I Can’ ” – Mary Waldron
In the world of sports, few individuals manage to excel in more than one discipline. Mary Waldron, a former member of the Irish Women’s Cricket National Team, has defied norms by making her mark not only in one but two demanding sports – soccer and cricket. Waldron represented the Republic of Ireland women’s national football team before committing to cricket, …
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