Holly Rowe Addresses Women in Sports Issues

In 2024, women's sports made significant strides across multiple disciplines, highlighted by the launch of the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL), which saw strong attendance and sponsorship. ESPN's Holly Rowe emphasized the importance of women being recognized as true football fans during her speech at the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl. Meanwhile, the WNBA experienced a rise in popularity, although this came with increased scrutiny and online harassment for athletes like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. The year also marked the achievements of women in baseball, with Kelsie Whitmore and Ayami Sato breaking barriers in professional leagues. In swimming, Summer McIntosh made headlines with her remarkable performance at the Paris Olympics, while Simone Biles continued to be a dominant figure in gymnastics. Overall, 2024 was a landmark year for women's visibility and accomplishments in sports.