What is the Women in Sports Initiative?
A Nashville Sports Council Initiative
The Nashville Sports Council's Women in Sports Initiative is deeply committed to championing and shining a spotlight on women's athletics, celebrating the legacy of Title IX and so much more.
Our overarching mission is not merely to acknowledge the achievements and contributions of women in the world of sports but to actively promote and elevate their presence through a multifaceted approach that encompasses events and community involvement.
We believe that women's athletics have not always received the recognition they truly deserve. Whether it's the awe-inspiring performances on the field, the court, the track, or the countless hours of dedication and hard work that go into achieving athletic excellence, women have consistently demonstrated their prowess in the world of sports. Yet, these incredible stories often remain hidden in the shadows. Our initiative is here to change that.
One of our key objectives is to increase awareness surrounding women's sports. We want to ensure that the incredible feats of female athletes, both past and present, are celebrated and acknowledged on a grand scale. By doing so, we hope to inspire future generations of young women to pursue their athletic dreams with passion and determination.
But our mission doesn't stop at awareness; it extends to engagement as well. We aim to create a vibrant and inclusive community where fans, athletes, and enthusiasts of all backgrounds can come together to support women in sports. Through various events and programs, we foster an environment that encourages active participation and engagement, whether it's attending games, joining discussions, or volunteering.
Furthermore, we are committed to actively promoting women in sports. This means not only celebrating their successes but also working to provide marketing opportunities and platforms that amplify their voices. We believe that by offering greater visibility, we can help female athletes, coaches and leaders reach new heights and inspire others to follow in their footsteps.
We understand that achieving these goals requires collaboration and support from the community. That's why we invite you to be a part of our initiative. If you share our passion for women in sports and believe in the power of equality and opportunity, there are numerous ways to get involved. Whether you're interested in hosting events, contributing to marketing efforts, or have other ideas to help us further our mission, please fill out the form below.
Together, we can make a lasting impact on women's athletics, ensuring that they receive the recognition and support they deserve, not just today, but for generations to come. Join us in this exciting journey towards a more inclusive and equitable world of sports. Your involvement can make a significant difference, and we can't wait to have you on board!
Recap the 2022 SEC Women's Baskektball Tournament
The Women in Sports Initiative hosted and co-hosted ancillary events around the 2022 SEC Women's Basketball Tournament. Check out a recap below!
Past WIS Virtual Events
Click below to watch the full conversation between Sarah Fuller and Laura Rutledge:
Women in Sports Stories
8 de janeiro de 2024Read more...Those early years marked by my coach’s command to “hustle”, became my proving ground, igniting the determination that led to the establishment of PRO-TENTIAL Management in 2002. Armed with nothing more than a laptop and phone, I crisscrossed cities and states—Atlanta, New York, L.A....3 de abril de 2023Read more...As I look at our student-athletes walk across on the campus of Fisk University here in Nashville, I smile. I know there’s a sense of comfort being at an HBCU. It’s home. Each day I try to always remind them to push harder than they did the day before. The sky is the limit for each of...20 de março de 2023Read more...NASHVILLE, Tenn. March 20, 2023 – The Nashville Sports Council and PNC Bank announced a collaboration celebrating women in sports at historically black colleges and universities in Nashville. The “Through Her Eyes” content series will spotlight women athletes, coaches and administrators across...15 de agosto de 2022Read more...NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Ahead of the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix, the Nashville Sports Council and PNC Bank presented a Women in Motorsports panel to highlight the significant impact women are making in the motorsports industry. The panel, aptly named “A Conversation with Women in...10 de fevereiro de 2021Read more...FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | Feb. 9, 2021 Vanderbilt’s Sarah Fuller Headlines Free Nashville Sports Council Virtual Event Women in Sports Trailblazer to Talk About Her Journey NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Vanderbilt’s Sarah Fuller, SEC women’s soccer champion and the first woman to appear and score in a...11 de fevereiro de 2020Read more...BY MARIELLA FASOULA I was born and raised in Athens, Greece—with the exception of living for four years in Memphis, Tennessee, when I was six. Basketball was a huge part of my life, especially since my father played professionally in Europe and in the U.S. I remember when I was young, it was...6 de março de 2018Read more...BY RAVON MATCHEN The 2018 SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament came to an end on Sunday, wrapping up an eventful week for the SEC and the Nashville Sports Council. The Tournament featured SEC heavyweights South Carolina, Texas A&M, and the national favorites Mississippi State. To begin the SEC...27 de fevereiro de 2018Read more...BY RAVON MATCHEN Caroline Williams Hipps, the former Georgia Prep School standout and Vanderbilt Commodore from the city of Rockmart, Georgia is honored as being one of the most consistent players at Vanderbilt University and a SEC Legend. Hipps was a tremendous high school player averaging 25...WOMEN IN SPORTS
a Nashville sports council initiative
Interested in serving on the Women in Sports Committee? Fill out the form below for more info!