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Amy, I'm so glad to be here today. I don't know that I've ever done an interview at an ice hockey rink. I wish I could say the same, because usually I'm very cold.But welcome to the practice and the home of the New York sirens. It's amazing. I mean, it's only been a couple years for the professional women's league to get started, to launch.How's it going. I mean, we are doing great. I think we've exceeded any expectation that anybody had for our league.Years one and two, attendance went up 27% our partnersh ...

And I think there is still so much more room to grow in women's sports. I think we will absolutely see billion-dollar women's sports teams. My tweet about how undervalued women's professional sports was in March of 19 went viral for all the wrong reasons, right.I said, "This is a massive opportunity. I said I was going to either start or buy. It was an NWSL team, professional women's soccer team, and one day it was going to be worth billions." And most people said I was an idiot and no one watches women's s ...

WTA Tour Structure & Strategy - WTA Tour emphasizes parity and depth of excellence, with multiple champions throughout the season, contrasting with the men's tour [4][5] - WTA aims to facilitate rivalries by providing opportunities for top players to compete in top events weekly, offering high prize money and ranking points [6][7] - WTA believes women's sports, particularly tennis, have been undervalued and seeks partners willing to invest in its value and fan demand [9] - WTA aims for equal prize money at top-level events by reinvesting revenue and monetization back into tournaments [17] Media Rights & Revenue - WTA renewed its media rights deal with Tennis Channel, prioritizing investment, marketing resources, storytelling, and content alignment over broader reach [8][9][10] - WTA views Tennis Channel as part of a global strategy, including linear, digital, and OTT deals worldwide, aiming to reset and increase rights fees [11][12] - WTA acknowledges it is still undervalued and has a long way to go to reach exact equality with men in terms of revenue [14][15] - WTA is focused on acquiring and earning fees in media rights, sponsorship, and data [16] Player Support & Development - WTA has a maternity fund providing 12 months of pay for eligible athletes, with equal pay regardless of ranking, and two months of parental leave for non-childbearing parents [18][19][20][21] - WTA acknowledges the challenges of making a living as a professional tennis player but believes it has created an environment for players to compete and progress [29][30][31][32] Partnerships & Social Impact - WTA partnered with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), viewing sport as a vehicle for progress and change, with players aiming to make an impact beyond tennis [18][22][23] - WTA's presence in Saudi Arabia includes community development, tennis training for PE teachers, coach development, and school clinics, reaching approximately 40,000 people [24][25][26] Potential Merger & Integrity - WTA is pursuing a merger of commercial assets with the ATP, believing combined sponsorship, media, and data rights sales would benefit the sport [36][37][41] - WTA is optimistic about the potential merger with ATP, aiming to sell tennis as a whole rather than forcing buyers to choose between men's and women's tours [41][42] - WTA has an integrity regime, including the International Tennis Integrity Association (ITIA), to monitor, investigate, and enforce rules related to the integrity of the sport [44][45][46] - WTA is addressing social media abuse targeted at players, investing in platforms to monitor and take down abusive content [46][47]

Core Points - Scripps Sports has established an exclusive broadcast partnership with Major League Volleyball (MLV) to air the league's championship on ION, reaching every U.S. TV household [1][3] - The MLV championship will be broadcast live on May 7 and May 9, 2026, with the host city yet to be announced [2] - The partnership aligns with Scripps Sports' strategy to promote women's sports, complementing existing partnerships with the WNBA and NWSL [3][5] Company Overview - Scripps Sports serves various professional and college sports leagues, emphasizing local market depth and national broadcast reach [5][6] - ION is a leading general entertainment and sports network, part of The E.W. Scripps Company, which operates over 60 stations across more than 40 markets [6] Industry Context - MLV is entering its third season and aims to elevate professional women's volleyball in the U.S. through a united league structure, beginning play in January 2026 [4][7] - The league will feature eight teams initially, expanding to ten by 2027, indicating growth potential in the women's sports sector [4][7]

Ownership & Decision-Making - The speaker initially did not anticipate becoming an owner [1] - The decision to become co-owners was made rapidly [2] - The speaker's prior experience taking students to Angel City annually provided a grounding for the decision [2] - Bob Iger is the speaker's co-owner and partner [4] Angel City & Women's Sports - Angel City was visited annually as part of a sports immersion class to center women's sports [2] - Students undertook projects for Angel City each year, providing insights into the startup's decisions [2][3] - The speaker observed the growth of women's sports at both college and professional levels [3] Strategic Considerations - Key decisions included hiring the first player and developing sponsorship partners [3] - Sponsorship development aimed to align community impact with player interests and values [3]

Few stand as tall in the world of women’s sports as Billie Jean King.Six decades into her career, the 2025 Forbes Most Powerful Women In Sports listee isn’t done leaving her mark on the world just yet. #ForbesWomenInSports https://t.co/9Qh1S7nqfb ...

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Few stand as tall in the world of women’s sports as Billie Jean King. Six decades into her career, the Most Powerful Women In Sports listee isn’t done leaving her mark on the world. #ForbesWomenInSports https://t.co/9Qh1S7nqfb ...

Core Insights - ION partners with Athlos NYC for a women's-only track and field event, marking a multi-year collaboration with Scripps Sports [1] - Brooks Running Shoes is the presenting sponsor, emphasizing the importance of women's sports [4] Company Overview - Scripps Sports has established partnerships with major women's sports leagues, including the WNBA and NWSL, and is expanding its offerings with events like the Elevance Health Women's Fort Myers Tip-Off [5] - ION is a leading general entertainment network, part of The E.W. Scripps Company, which operates over 60 stations across more than 40 markets [8] Event Details - Athlos NYC will feature elite athletes such as Faith Kipyegon and Keely Hodgkinson, and will take place at New York's Icahn Stadium [2][4] - The event aims to provide a unique experience by combining athletic competition with entertainment, celebrating women's achievements in sports [9]