New Deloitte data indicates revenue from top women’s leagues will cross the billion-dollar threshold
New Deloitte data indicates revenue from top women’s leagues will cross the billion-dollar threshold
New Deloitte data indicates revenue from top women’s leagues will cross the billion-dollar threshold for the first time next year, proving that investing in women athletes is the New Year’s resolution.
December 01, 2023
The WTA is looking to grow by installing new leadership at WTA Ventures
The WTA is looking to grow by installing new leadership at WTA Ventures
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The WTA has faced recent criticism for not supporting its athletes, culminating in a turbulent WTA Finals in Cancun earlier this month.
November 29, 2023
The second-tier Women’s Championship confirms interest in being part of NewCo
The second-tier Women’s Championship confirms interest in being part of NewCo
The second-tier Women’s Championship (WC) initially rejected NewCo’s proposed governance and funding structure, but then abruptly struck a new deal.
November 27, 2023
Women's sports are on the rise thanks to increased media access and sponsorship opportunities
Women's sports are on the rise thanks to increased media access and sponsorship opportunities
To see how general sports fans feel about the growth of the women’s game, Aggregate Sports recently surveyed 1K adults about how the times are a-changin’.
November 22, 2023
The details behind Candace Parker's new ESPN documentary
The details behind Candace Parker's new ESPN documentary
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While ESPN has been a leader for live WNBA coverage, only 4% of its famed 30 for 30 documentary series focuses on women athletes.
November 22, 2023
Gotham FC will host a fan-focused celebration after call out by media, fans, and players
Gotham FC will host a fan-focused celebration after call out by media, fans, and players
November 20, 2023
But once the confetti settled, Gotham supporters and players were left wondering if they’d get their fairytale ending: a fan-focused celebration like other pro franchises.
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NHLer Corey Perry’s misconduct firing & Mark Cuban sells the NBA’s Mavs
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NHLer Corey Perry’s misconduct firing & Mark Cuban sells the NBA’s Mavs

November 30, 2023

Happy December Eve!

Content warning: This episode contains brief mention of sexual assault.

Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a deal and no deal duo with co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz taking on the latest headlines from men’s sports.

First, the gals dig into the news that the Chicago Blackhawks fired NHLer Corey Perry for “unacceptable conduct,” a somewhat surprising move from a team with a history of questionable ethics.

Then after the break, El and Steph chat through a massive NBA deal: owner Mark Cuban is selling the Dallas Mavericks to casino queen Miriam Adelson, netting a multi-billion dollar profit in the process. Sharks gonna shark.


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Athletes Unlimited Pro Softball announces multi-year deal to bring the league to Kansas
Athletes Unlimited Pro Softball announces multi-year deal to bring the league to Kansas
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Last Friday, Athletes Unlimited (AU) Pro Softball announced a multi-year agreement with Wichita State University to bring pro softball to Kansas, creating the first pro women’s sports league to play a full season in Wichita.
November 20, 2023
The NWSL signs the largest media deal in women's sports
The NWSL signs the largest media deal in women's sports
fter its three-year, $4.5M CBS deal expires, the league will bag $240M from 2024–2027 thanks to the largest media deal in women’s sports, which will increase annual NWSL media rights from $1.5M to $60M.
November 13, 2023
The Seattle Sounders ownership group is reportedly purchasing the OL Reign
The Seattle Sounders ownership group is reportedly purchasing the OL Reign
The ownership group of MLS’ Seattle Sounders is reportedly in “advanced talks” to finalize a purchase of the NWSL’s OL Reign, which could lead to a significant MLS and NWSL crossover.
November 13, 2023
Parity Week kicks off at the Billie Jean King Cup
Parity Week kicks off at the Billie Jean King Cup
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For the second consecutive year, the earnings from the World Cup of women’s tennis are on par with the Davis Cup, the men’s equivalent.
November 08, 2023