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Native American mascots in sportsNative American mascots in sports
Native American mascots in sports
In honor of November being Native American Heritage Month in the U.S. and with American Thanksgiving later this week, we’re focusing on Native American mascots in sports and the work being done to eliminate these harmful stereotypes.
November 19, 2023
Serving for female financial empowerment with Chris EvertServing for female financial empowerment with Chris Evert
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Serving for female financial empowerment with Chris Evert
The GIST sat down with 18-time Grand Slam singles tennis champion and former WTA president Chris Evert to discuss her financial journey, why it’s so important for women (athletes and non-athletes alike) to take control of their finances, and what she sees next in women’s sports. Game, set, here we go.
November 07, 2023
Spooky stories from the sports worldSpooky stories from the sports world
Spooky stories from the sports world
In honor of the spooky season, we've rounded up some of the sports world’s eeriest ghost stories.
October 29, 2023
Celebrating LGBTQIA+ History MonthCelebrating LGBTQIA+ History Month
Celebrating LGBTQIA+ History Month
October is LGBTQIA+ History Month, so today we’re digging into the origins of this commemorative month, the athletes who’ve broken cis-heteronormative barriers, and the work still to do.
October 15, 2023
Happy International Day of the GirlHappy International Day of the Girl
Happy International Day of the Girl
While The GIST celebrates every day, today we’re diving into what this holiday is all about, along with the benefits (and the barriers) to sports access for girls around the world.
October 11, 2023
Truth and reconciliation in sportsTruth and reconciliation in sports
Truth and reconciliation in sports
We’re examining what these days are all about and their intersection with sports — both good and bad — as well as the impact of Indigenous athletes.
October 01, 2023
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Battle of the SexesCelebrating the 50th anniversary of Battle of the Sexes
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Battle of the Sexes
Today’s special edition is all about the epic event — how it came to be, how it all went down, and how it changed the game and society.
September 20, 2023
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage monthCelebrating Hispanic Heritage month
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage month
Celebrated from September 15th to October 15th, the month is all about recognizing the achievements of the Hispanic community.
September 18, 2023
Eye-popping women's sports viewership numbers Eye-popping women's sports viewership numbers
Eye-popping women's sports viewership numbers
Fridays call for celebration, so here’s a breakdown of the eye-popping women’s sports viewership numbers that trickled out over the last week.
September 15, 2023
Celebrating Historically Black Colleges and UniversitiesCelebrating Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Celebrating Historically Black Colleges and Universities
With school fully back in session, today we’re celebrating Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the U.S., detailing the history and culture of these institutions and, more specifically, their impact on the sports world.
September 10, 2023
A deep dive on labor in sportsA deep dive on labor in sports
A deep dive on labor in sports
Tomorrow’s Labour Day, a day originally established for workers to campaign for better labor conditions and pay.
September 03, 2023
💪 Meet the women breaking through the male-dominated sports card industry💪 Meet the women breaking through the male-dominated sports card industry
💪 Meet the women breaking through the male-dominated sports card industry
This is part two of our three-part series in partnership with Topps, focused on the hobby industry and the women shaking up the male-dominated space. Part 1 detailed a brief history of trading cards, frequently asked questions, and key terminology to know. Part 2 will focus on two women leading the way in the hobby.
August 28, 2023
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