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#WomenInSport is an active hashtag on Bluesky. In the last 30 days, 20 people shared 58 posts with it — around 2 a day. Activity is up 71% versus the previous week, peaking on Aug 3 with 10 posts.

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Admirable Women
@admirablewomen.bsky.social
7 days ago
Evonne Goolagong Cawley (b. #OTD in 1951) broke systemic barriers as one of the most prominent #Indigenous Australian athletes in history. #tennis + 14 Grand Slam titles (1971-1980) + World No. 1 ranking, 1976 + First mother to win Wimbledon in the Open Era, 1980 #WomenInSport
Side-by-side photographs of Australian tennis trailblazer Evonne Goolagong Cawley (born July 31, 1951), celebrated as a 14-time Grand Slam champion and a historic Wiradjuri icon. On the left, a close-up shot captures her head and shoulders as she glances warmly toward the camera with a joyful, toothy smile. Her curly, dark brown hair frames her face against a blurred green tennis court background. She holds a vintage wooden tennis racket resting near her left shoulder. On the right, an action shot captures her dynamic athletic poise mid-match on a lush grass court. Leaning forward into a powerful stroke, her focused expression contrasts with the fluid grace of her movement. She wears a classic sleeveless white Fila tennis uniform detailed with a thin red or navy trim along the neckline and a matching layered skort. The composition blends an intimate glimpse of her charismatic personality with her legendary on-court agility.
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Admirable Women
@admirablewomen.bsky.social
5 days ago
#OTD in 1992 at the Barcelona Olympic Games, Jackie Joyner-Kersee won the gold medal in the heptathlon, becoming the first person in history to win back-to-back Olympic titles in the multi-event sport. She is widely considered one of the greatest female athletes of all time. #WomenInSport #champion
Two dynamic action shots of American track and field icon Jackie Joyner-Kersee in competition. Top image: Jackie mid-javelin throw in a stadium with orange seating. She wears a red-and-white top with bib number 578 on her chest, long hair pulled back. Her right arm about to drive the javelin forward, left arm across her chest, face lifted in fierce concentration. Bottom image: Jackie clearing hurdles in rain during an outdoor track event. Water streaks across the frame as she leaps over a barrier in mid-flight. She wears a navy-blue USA with white and red accents, bib number 33 or 6 visible, white track spikes, and her hair pulled back. Her leading left leg extends straight over the hurdle, trailing right leg tucked, arms pumping for rhythm, muscles engaged, expression focused amid splashing rain and a blurred stadium crowd in the background. The paired photos showcase her exceptional athleticism and versatility across heptathlon events, including javelin and hurdles.
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Admirable Women
@admirablewomen.bsky.social
about 9 hours ago
#OTD in 1948, Alice Coachman won the high jump at the London Olympic Games, becoming the first Black woman from any country to win an Olympic gold medal. She cleared 5 feet, 6 1/8 inches--setting an Olympic record (at the time). #OlympicHistory #WomenInSport #Olympics
A side-by-side black-and-white photo compilation celebrates the historic 1948 London Olympics triumph of track and field icon Alice Coachman (1923–2014). On the left, Coachman stands proudly atop the highest tier of the Olympic podium after becoming the first Black woman to win an Olympic gold medal. She wears a dark, zipped USA tracksuit and looks ahead with a serene, triumphant expression. Flanking her on the lower steps are silver medalist Dorothy Tyler of Great Britain and bronze medalist Micheline Ostermeyer of France. The podium features a large number "1" and stylized Olympic rings. On the right, an action shot captures Coachman mid-air as she clears the high jump bar at her record-setting height of 5 feet, 6 1/8 inches. She is suspended horizontally over the bar in a powerful, dynamic pose, wearing dark long sleeves and light athletic shorts. Below her, official judges in dark blazers and hats watch intently against a blurred backdrop of packed stadium spectators. The overall composition contrasts the explosive athletic feat with the quiet pride of its reward, evoking a deeply inspiring, historic mood.
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Admirable Women
@admirablewomen.bsky.social
8 months ago
#OTD in 1961, AP names Wilma Rudolph Female Athlete of the Year for the 2nd consecutive year Rudolph overcame childhood polio to become the fastest woman runner in the world; first American woman to win 3 track/field gold medals in a single Olympiad, Rome 1960. #WomenInSport #champion #inspiration
Black-and-white photograph of Wilma Rudolph crossing the finish line to win the women’s 4×100 m relay gold for the United States at the 1960 Rome Olympics on September 8, 1960. The 20-year-old Tennessee State Tigerbelle leans forward in full stride, baton raised triumphantly, as she becomes the first American woman to win three track-and-field gold medals in a single Games. The packed Stadio Olimpico blurs behind her in this iconic moment of speed and history.
Smiling portrait of Wilma Rudolph proudly holding up 2 of her 3 gold medals with the 3rd medal worn like a necklace. All 3 from the 1960 Rome Olympics—won in the 100 m, 200 m, and 4×100 m relay.
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Nicola Werdenigg 🖇️
@nicolawerdenigg.bsky.social
over 1 year ago
Fixed that for you Tiroler Tageszeitung. Weder im Titel noch im Teaser (sichtbar vor Paywall) kommt der Name der aktuellen Deutschen GS-Meisterin vor. Herzlichen Glückwunsch Fabiana Dorigo! #WomenInSport
Screenshot Tiroler Tageszeitung Podcasts Gut zu wissen Abo Foto-Upload: "Dama > Mit einem Stock ins Ziel Freundin von Weltmeister Haaser holte in der Axamer Lizum den Riesentorlauf-Titel Samstag, 5.04.2025, 14:55 Während RTL-Weltmeister Raphael Haaser am Samstag beim FC Achensee in der 1. Klasse Ost zum Ehrenanstoß schritt, eroberte seine Freundin in der Axamer … Freundin von Weltmeister Haaser ist rot durchgestrichen und mit einem Asterisk versehen. Rechts unten: *Fabiana Dorigo - ebenfalls in roter Farbe.
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Admirable Women
@admirablewomen.bsky.social
26 days ago
Figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi: * Gold medal, women's figure skating, 1992 * World Figure Skating Hall of Fame, 1999 * US Olympic Hall of Fame, 2005 Founded the Always Dream Foundation to advocate for early childhood literacy, 1996. She was born #OTD in 1971. #WomenInSport #champion #EarlyLiteracy
A split-screen composition celebrates the legacy of legendary American figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi (born July 12, 1971), a pioneer who made history as the first Asian American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in ladies' singles. The left side captures an iconic moment from her historic gold-medal performance at the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville, France. Gliding gracefully across the smooth white ice, she performs a dynamic spiral pose, balancing elegantly on her left white skate while extending her left leg high behind her. Her upper body leans forward with outstretched arms, her face tilted upward with a focused expression. She wears a striking black and gold long-sleeved skating dress with an intricate beaded bodice and a flared, ruffled skirt. The right side features a warm, close-up portrait of Yamaguchi years later. Smiling directly at the camera, she exudes confidence and grace with a cheerful expression. Her dark hair cascades in elegant waves past her shoulders, framing her face. She wears a high-necked, textured dark glitter knit sweater and delicate dangling earrings. The background shows a lush green hedge and a hint of a blue-and-white structure. Together, the images juxtapose her athletic triumph with her enduring grace, creating an inspiring and triumphant mood that honors her profound impact on women’s sports and her induction into the World Figure Skating and US Olympic Halls of Fame.
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Admirable Women
@admirablewomen.bsky.social
12 days ago
#OTD in 1996, swimmer Amy Van Dyken won her fourth gold medal of the Atlanta Olympics--becoming the first American woman to win 4 gold medals in a single Olympic Games. 🥇 100m Butterfly 🥇 50m Freestyle 🥇 4x100m Medley Relay 🥇 4x100m Freestyle Relay #WomenInSport #swimming #champion
An intense, historical sports photograph of American swimmer Amy Van Dyken competing. Seen from a close, side-profile perspective, she powers through the water, her head and broad shoulders emerging above the turbulent, splashing surface. She wears a white swim cap printed with a prominent American flag and her last name "VAN DYKEN" in bold black lettering, along with dark, low-profile racing goggles. Her face shows a fierce expression of immense focus and physical exertion, with her mouth slightly open to catch a quick breath of air. Water droplets explode dramatically around her in mid-air, emphasizing her explosive speed and power. Her wet shoulders and the strap of her blue swimsuit glisten under the bright indoor arena lighting, while the background reveals blurred pool lane markers. The composition conveys a sense of high-stakes competition and athletic excellence, capturing a historic moment from her legendary career as a six-time Olympic gold medalist.
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Admirable Women
@admirablewomen.bsky.social
12 days ago
#OTD in 1745, the first recorded women's cricket match was played near Guildford, England. Today, women's #cricket is experiencing explosive, record-breaking global growth at both the professional and grassroots levels. #WomenInSport
A split layout contrasts the historical origins and modern intensity of women's cricket. The top panel shows a soft 1779 watercolor painting of a ladies' cricket match in an English pasture, where women in long 18th-century gowns and elaborate bonnets gather around a primitive wicket while a batter prepares to swing. The bottom panel transitions to sharp, colorful sports photography from 2014 at the North Sydney Oval, capturing a tense action sequence as Australian batter Meg Lanning drops to one knee to execute a powerful sweep shot while West Indies wicketkeeper Merissa Aguilleira watches closely from behind the bright yellow stumps.
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Jody Vance
@jodyvance.bsky.social
over 1 year ago
Last week I said I had something fun in the hopper —well — thrilled to share that I will be “guest PA announcer” tomorrow at the Canucks game at Rogers Arena for #InternationalWomensDay — honouring #WomenInSport it’s going to be so cool. 🤜🏻🤛🏻
I’m excited to be “guest PA announcer” at Fridays Canucks game.
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Admirable Women
@admirablewomen.bsky.social
6 months ago
Elizabeth Ryan was born #OTD in 1892. She dominated #tennis for decades w/an unmatched record in doubles play w/26 Grand Slam titles. Her record 19 Wimbledon titles stood for 45 yrs until Billie Jean King finally surpassed it--𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗱 (𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗻!) 𝗶𝗻 1𝟵𝟳𝟵. #WomenInSport
Black-and-white portrait of American tennis legend Elizabeth Ryan standing proudly on a grass court in 1913, smiling confidently while holding a small card or note in her hands. She wears a light-colored long skirt, white blouse, fuzzy cardigan sweater, and tennis shoes, with two rackets tucked under her left arm. She stands in front of a tall netted enclosure, showcasing her early success in the sport. Elizabeth Ryan (1892–1979) went on to become one of tennis's greatest doubles players, holding the record of 19 Wimbledon doubles titles (12 women's doubles and 7 mixed doubles) for 45 years and a had a total of 26 Grand Slam titles in doubles and mixed doubles. #TennisHistory #ElizabethRyan #Wimbledon #WomenInSports
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Admirable Women
@admirablewomen.bsky.social
6 months ago
#OTD in 2015, the official rankings were published and Lydia Ko of New Zealand became the youngest golfer in women's or men's #golf history to be ranked No. 1 in the world. She was 17 years, 9 months, and 9 days old. 😮 #WomenInSport #sportshistory
Lydia Ko, a professional golfer, smiles warmly at the camera while posing confidently. She wears a vibrant pink Callaway polo shirt with black and white trim, paired with a matching black Callaway visor featuring white accents and the brand logo. She holds a golf club with a pink grip across her shoulders like a yoke, with the clubhead (a dark Callaway driver) visible near her right hand. Her left forearm displays a Roman numeral tattoo reading "XXXXVII XIV" (April 27, 2014, commemorates the date of her first LPGA Tour victory as a professional golfer). She has bracelets on her left wrist, and her hair is tied back neatly in a casual yet polished style typical of an athlete on the course. The background is a soft neutral tone, highlighting her bright outfit and cheerful expression.
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