The Position of Power - Professional Male Athletes
Often I see articles centered around the plight of female athletes whether at the professional, semi-professional, or college level. However, I find less content centered around the professional male athlete and how their position of power, when not used in advocacy, is one of the biggest detriments to female athletes. Professional male athletes, in North America, who are currently playing have never been without a union. However, many female athletes who are currently playing have only recently had the luxury of union support and bargaining in a position of power.
Charter flights, Billionaires, & the WNBA
When this CBA was negotiated in 2020, perhaps air travel was less of a priority than it is now.
This article started off by teaching the reader about the CBA, but this is about more than the charter flights. This article’s aim is to open your eyes to the progress that has been made in the world of sports where women are playing.
The fact that W players are even talking about charter flights is a win. This conversation wasn’t necessarily at the forefront five years ago. But now, some of these women have owners who WANT to bring them all the luxuries of professional sports.
We are the Aggies, the Aggies are we
Jump to 2022 and Coach Gary Blair, the fearless leader of Aggie Women’s Basketball is retiring. He led the women to so many championships and titles that it is hard to list them all. But what stands out to me, far more than the winning seasons and titles, is the fact that he elevated the game to national prominence. He supported the women in this game because he loves basketball. HE LOVES IT NO MATTER WHO IS PLAYING.
How to stand out to brands
This article was inspired by Jonquel Jones, who is the 2021 WNBA MVP. However, despite being name the MOST VALUABLE PLAYER, she expressed the struggles she has had receiving endorsement and sponsorship deals. I broke down some steps to take in order to change this reality.