Women’s sports are booming, but what comes next?

This week, we sat down with Thayer Lavielle, Managing Director of The Collective at The Team, to break down the business behind the biggest growth story in sports. From WNBA and NWSL investment to media rights, fan behavior, and why equity doesn’t mean equality, Thayer shares the insights shaping the future of women’s sports.

We also dive into why women’s sports fans are different, brand partnerships done right, and how leagues can grow without losing the communities that built them.

If you love the business of women’s sports, this conversation is for you.

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This week on Women’s Sports Weekly, we make a shocking confession: we watched men’s sports. Between the New York Knicks mania and the buzz around the World Cup, can you really blame us? Don’t worry, women’s sports are still the main character.

Danielle finally watched Bend It Like Beckham, and yes, there are spoilers. We discuss whether the iconic film still hits and our hope for a re-make.

Then we break down rookie sensation Olivia Miles and her 29-point performance against the Las Vegas Aces. Even in a loss, it’s clear the Minnesota Lynx are looking to Miles to help lead the next era.

We also spotlight Kelsey Pfendler, the endurance athlete attempting to become the first American woman to row solo from California to Hawaii, while also aiming to be the youngest and fastest to ever complete the journey. Follow her incredible adventure with daily updates at @yourowkelsey.

From WNBA rising stars and WNBA news to sports movies and record-breaking athletes, we’ve got your weekly women’s sports fix.

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This week on Women's Sports Weekly, we're breaking down the complicated (and slightly chaotic) PWHL expansion process as four new teams prepare to join the league. We explain the expansion phases, what they mean for roster building, and highlight notable moves involving Britta Curl and Alina Müller.

We recap the USWNT's trip to Brazil, where a goal from Sophia Wilson, her first international goal since becoming a mom, wasn't enough to prevent a 2-1 loss in front of a passionate 30,000-person Brazilian crowd.

Plus, teenage tennis sensation Mirra Andreeva captured her first Grand Slam title at the French Open, becoming the first player born after 2005 to win a major singles championship and ending the dream run of Maja Chwalińska.

And because it's Pride Month, we're sharing the hilariously obvious signs from our childhoods and teenage years that, in hindsight, were giant flashing neon clues that we were queer. What were your signs? Let us know! We have a feeling we're not alone.

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On this episode of Women’s Sports Weekly, we break down the Montreal Victoire winning the Walter Cup, Marie-Philip Poulin earning Playoff MVP honors, and the championship celebration that took over Montreal. We also dive into the Golden State Valkyries upset win over the Indiana Fever, plus Caitlin Clark becoming the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 500 career assists.

Then it's all about WCWS chaos: Tennessee vs. Texas Tech brought extra innings, close calls, transfer portal questions, and NIL debates. We also preview the Women’s College World Series Finals and the return of the “Triple Espresso” attack for the USWNT.

From PWHL championship history to WNBA milestones and NCAA softball drama, this is your weekly women’s sports recap. 🏒🏀🥎⚽️

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ESPN analyst Andraya Carter joins Women’s Sports Weekly for a candid conversation about leadership, basketball, and broadcasting. Andraya takes us back to her powerhouse days at Buford High School, the lessons she learned under legendary coach Gene Durden, and what it was really like being recruited to University of Tennessee by iconic coach Pat Summitt.

She opens up about transitioning from athlete to ESPN analyst, turning her side hustle into a full-time career in sports media, and why emotional authenticity has become her superpower. Plus, Carolyn and Danielle uncover the very funny reason Andraya might someday be responsible for their breakup.

If you love women’s basketball and behind-the-scenes sports media stories, this episode is for you. Tune in now.

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The women’s sports world is absolutely cooking right now…with butter.

This week on Women’s Sports Weekly, we break down the wildest stories across the WNBA, PWHL, and NCAA softball including why WNBA teams use male practice players and what that says about the future of player development in women’s basketball.

Plus, UCLA softball star Megan Grant is rewriting the NCAA record books with moonshot home runs, while the PWHL expands to four new cities and leaves Denver fans heartbroken.

We also dive into the chaos of the Walter Cup Finals as Montreal and Ottawa battle through overtime thrillers, celebrate WNBA legend Tina Charles after her retirement announcement, and react to A’ja Wilson dropping one of the most efficient 45-point games in league history because apparently she’s built different.

And yes, we’re talking Caitlin Clark heroics, Sonia Citron’s breakout moment, Natasha Cloud joining the Chicago Sky, softball Super Regionals, and the return of the Barbies softball drama.

From WNBA stars to PWHL expansion and NCAA softball bombs, this episode has everything women’s sports fans need this week.

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Emma Santosuosso joins Women’s Sports Weekly to talk pro women’s rugby, Boston Banshees culture, and the grind of balancing elite competition with a full-time job. Emma shares how she found rugby at 18, goals for the Boston Banshees, and the road towards a sustainable Women’s Elite Rugby league including pay for the players. She breaks down player safety, training demands, and rugby’s reputation for inclusivity. Plus: we get introduced to the unofficial Banshees mascot, Tiff!

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Allyson Felix is eyeing a stunning return for the 2028 LA Olympics at age 40. With 11 Olympic medals, we break down what her comeback means for longevity, motherhood in sport, and redefining elite performance in women’s athletics.

In the Professional Women's Hockey League playoffs, the semifinals are heating up: Minnesota Frost vs. Montreal Victoire brings overtime chaos, while Ottawa Charge and Boston Fleet battle it out in a gritty, defense-first showdown.

Plus, a historic moment at the Kentucky Derby: Cherie DeVaux becomes the first woman to train a Derby winner as Golden Tempo surges to victory.

From Olympic comebacks to playoff intensity and barrier-breaking wins, this episode covers the biggest stories in women’s sports.

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Big money, big moves. The National Women's Soccer League is expanding to Columbus with a record $205M fee 👀.

In college hoops, the transfer portal stays chaotic: South Carolina and UCLA pick up key talent while Tennessee’s roster is in shambles. Plus, Madison Booker has everyone talking after a very Notre Dame-coded appearance 👀

In the WNBA, we’re asking: how is Natasha Cloud still unsigned? We break down the free agency drama and possible landing spots. Subscribe to ⁠Frankie de la Cretaz’s Out of Your League⁠

Then, a Denver heartbreak: Denver Summit vs. San Diego Wave FC. A true tale of two halves. Denver came out flying with goals from Melissa Kössler and Natasha Flint, but San Diego stormed back with three unanswered to win 3–2 and extend their win streak to five. Yes, it hurts.

From expansion buzz to roster chaos, Episode 120 delivers. Tune in 🎙️

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The WNBA Draft is done and this class is stacked. We break down Azzi Fudd going No. 1 to Dallas, Olivia Miles to Minnesota, and how UCLA made history. Plus: Flau’jae Johnson’s wild draft-night slide to Seattle 👀

Off the court, the fashion delivered. From velvet to pinstripes, we’re naming best dressed (and yes…she didn’t even get drafted).

Then, the news that shook women’s sports: Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe call it quits after 10 years. We get into why it hit so hard and what it means for the community.

On the pitch, the USWNT dominates Japan 3–0 in Denver. Naomi Girma, Rose Lavelle, and Kennedy Wesley on the scoresheet, plus what the set-piece surge says about Emma Hayes’ squad.

We’ve also got behind-the-scenes access: player interviews, press box run-ins, and the moments you didn’t see on TV.

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