Women’s rugby does not need smaller balls to be entertaining

A controversial equipment change risks solving a problem the sport does not haveSmaller balls, apparently, are what women’s rugby needs to become more entertaining.It...

WNBA locks in Canada broadcast partner as Tempo era begins

The WNBA has agreed a multi-year broadcast deal with Bell Media, securing nationwide coverage in Canada as the league prepares for the debut of...

Albion set out ‘built for her’ stadium vision

Brighton & Hove Albion outline plans for a 10,000-seat venue dedicated to their women’s team, with a target opening of 2030/31 subject to planning...

Chelsea Women at Stamford Bridge: the numbers make sense, but filling...

Arsenal's move to the Emirates generated €7m in matchday revenue last season. Chelsea are betting they can do the same, but what’s the risk...

WSU and ADF International threaten legal action over female sport policies

Ten governing bodies, including Parkrun and Swim England, have been warned their eligibility policies may breach the Equality Act following a Supreme Court ruling...

Is free-to-air the turning point for women’s cricket growth?

Sky Sports will air key ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 fixtures free-to-air, widening access as broadcasters look to accelerate audience growth in women’s...

WNBA targets 52-game season as expansion plans take shape

Commissioner Cathy Engelbert outlined plans to expand the regular season, deepen player pathways and explore global games, as the league enters its 30th campaign...

France finally recognises its women’s rugby pioneers

The pioneers of women's rugby faced the Netherlands without the Gallic rooster on their shirts. More than 40 years on, that has finally changedOn...

From 13 to 18: The WNBA just got larger and richer

The WNBA is set to go from 13 to 18 teams by 2030 as three new expansion teams have been awarded coming off the...

Darts limits women’s events to biological sex after UK ruling

The Darts Regulation Authority has updated its transgender participation policy, drawing on a recent UK Supreme Court judgment that re-examines how “sex” is defined...