All month long ESPN has airing stories on women athletes and women in the sports industry due to March being Women’s History Month. In my opinion, it’s very interesting to see the sports reporter aspect of life due to most of these women were/are the first of their kind in a male-dominated industry.
On Friday ESPN will air a special on a few of their own reporters as well as women who talk sports across the country. The major news network is also doing other things to honor the women in the industry. Check out what ESPN has to offer to close out the month.
One-Hour Special: “Her Story” ON ESPN
Her Story ESPN continues its celebration of women in sports with “Her Story,” a one-hour TV special on Friday March 27 at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Hannah Storm will anchor the special, which focuses on fresh stories about young athletes, such as surfer Bethany Hamilton’s extraordinary comeback after being attacked by a shark. Storm will chat Thursday at 12:15 p.m. to talk about the “Her Story” special. Send your questions in now. Meanwhile, check out Hannah’s fan profile and Hannah’s blog, which you can find on the “SportsCenter” page.
In addition, ESPN reporter Shelley Smith takes a close look at why there are lower sports participation rates for Hispanic high school girls, as well as how they are among the fastest-growing demographic in this country. Tune in Friday at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN.
On ESPNEWS: All-Female “Aircheck” Segment
On Thursday, ESPNEWS will produce an all-female ESPNEWS “Aircheck” segment in honor of Women’s History Month. At 6:30 p.m. ET, we’ll debate the big sport topic of the day and which woman presently is the most influential sports figure.
Reischea Canidate will host the segment. The “Aircheck” guests from ESPN Radio affiliates will be: Kelly Webster, 103.3 FM Dallas, general reporter anchor, Cowboys, Mavs, Stars and Rangers; Meredith Marakovits, 950 ESPN Philadelphia, Phillies reporter; and Anita Marks, 105.7 The Fan Baltimore, midday host.
