Brittney Griner honored by Baylor, a school that didn't always embrace her
Griner has long had a complicated relationship with her Baptist alma mater. But a new coach stepped in to ensure her jersey would be retired.
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The fastest woman in the world is leaving her haters behind
Sha’Carri Richardson is coming into her own as she battles the criticism of her behavior, appearance and swagger faced by Black women athletes for decades.
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The Summer of the Black Woman
The renaissance wasn’t just a concert tour.
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WNBA players take offseason into their own hands with new winter league
The new league would offer another chance for players to earn money during the offseason without shouldering the risks that come with playing overseas.
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Brittney Griner’s experience spotlights the impact of inequality at work
The WNBA star is a queer Black woman — and her experience reminds us of the gulfs that remain in how workers are treated.
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Anti-trans sports bans would violate Title IX under proposed Education Department rule
The proposal, which still allows schools to restrict trans students’ sports access in competitive teams, comes as 20 states have passed legislation banning trans students from sports that match their gender identity.
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The Olympics could change the future of college cheerleading
As cheerleading moves closer to an Olympic future, a new level of competition could get the sport more resources, recognition and more opportunities for athletes.
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Olivia Dunne's rise to fame is fueling the earning power of college athletes — but who is keeping her safe?
The LSU gymnast’s platform as an influencer shows how the NCAA’s name, image and likeness policies can benefit women athletes — while also leaving them vulnerable to the dark side of online fandom.
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Brittney Griner is home, but the work isn’t over
Days after her release from Russian detainment, WNBA player Brittney Griner shared gratitude for the support that brought her home and announced her return to basketball.
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The 19th Explains: What we know about Brittney Griner’s case and what it took to get her home
As details about Griner’s release continue to emerge, The 19th spoke with Russia expert Kimberly St. Julian-Varnon about her case and the significance of her release.