National Girls & Women in Sports Day (NGWSD) began in 1987 as a special day in our nation’s capital to recognize women’s sports. The day united premiere organizations and elite women athletes to bring national attention to the promise of girls and women in sports.
In 1987, NGWSD also served as a remembrance of Olympic volleyball player, Flo Hyman, for her athletic achievements and dedication to promoting equality for women’s sports; Hyman died of Marfan’s Syndrome in 1986. NGWSD has since evolved into an event to acknowledge the accomplishments of girls and women in sports, the positive influence of sports participation and the continuing struggle for equality for women in sports.
February 5, 2025, marks the National Girls & Women in Sports Day (NGWSD). This celebration inspires girls and women to play and be active, to realize their full power. The confidence, strength and character gained through sports participation are the very tools girls and women need to become strong leaders in sports and life.
A vibrant movement celebrated annually, NGWSD honors the achievements of girls and women in sports and continues to Lead Her Forward by acknowledging the power of sports to unlock her limitless potential.
NGWSD is powered by the Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF), supported by its team of champion athletes and celebrated throughout the year by schools and community-serving organizations across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
The WSF applauds the vital role played by the individuals and organizations who join them in championing this effort: advocates seeking to protect Title IX and advance gender equity, athletes using their platform to inspire greatness, and coaches working daily to promote play.
About the Women’s Sports Foundation
The Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF) exists to enable girls and women to reach their potential in sport and life. They are an ally, an advocate and a catalyst. Founded by Billie Jean King in 1974, they strengthen and expand participation and leadership opportunities through research, advocacy, community programming and a wide variety of collaborative partnerships.
The WSF has positively shaped the lives of millions of youth, high school and collegiate student- athletes, elite athletes and coaches. They’re building a future where every girl and woman can #KeepPlaying and unlock the lifelong benefits of sport participation.
All girls. All women. All sports.®
