Why challenger leagues may prove to be an inspiration to growing the visibility of women’s sport

The conversation around women’s sport often focuses on its potential to disrupt traditional structures through digital innovation. Women’s Sport Trust 2024 End of Year Visibility report showed that the most proactive…

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Empowering Female Athlete Leaders: Women’s Sport Trust Unlocked programme to return with Jacobs Futura Foundation support

Women’s Sport Trust is pleased to announce that the Jacobs Futura Foundation has awarded a grant to support athletes through the Unlocked programme. This funding will benefit both the 111 athlete alumni and…

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Translating bold forecasts into sustainable returns – without losing sight of what makes women’s sport valuable

Women’s sport is no longer just a values-driven play – it’s delivering real business returns. In fact, 86% of sponsors we spoke to reported that their investments in women’s sport met…

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LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 12: Ella Toone of Manchester United Women is subsituted whilst being followed by Steadicam cameraman during the Adobe Women's FA Cup Final match between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley Stadium on May 12, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images)

Domestic sport and interest in female athletes experience continued growth

London, UK, 6th February Women’s sport in the UK, excluding global tournaments*, achieved its most-watched year ever in 2024, with an impressive 44.7 million viewers tuning in, surpassing the previous record…

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