As streaming services continue to reshape the face of entertainment, the newly launched All Women’s Sports Network (AWSN) is making waves by spotlighting women athletes like never before. Co-founded by EGOT-winning actor and equality advocate Whoopi Goldberg, AWSN debuts on VIZIO’s WatchFree+ today. This marks the first global media channel entirely dedicated to women’s sports. This groundbreaking network brings 2,000 hours of live content to viewers across the U.S., India, UAE, and the Philippines. It’s a historic step in closing the gender visibility gap in sports media.
AWSN’s extensive roster promises a variety of sports that have long needed a broader stage, from UEFA soccer and international basketball to women’s football and judo. “The world is finally recognizing the incredible female athletes who have always been here but were not given the exposure they deserved,” said Goldberg. This vision is backed by AWSN’s commitment to feature year-round games and events that allow fans to cheer for female athletes worldwide.
Along with live broadcasts, AWSN is set to spotlight high-profile leagues such as the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA) and the Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL). And with CommonSpirit Health joining as the first U.S. network partner, AWSN is paving the way for further industry partnerships to support women’s athletics.
The All Women’s Sports Network (AWSN) has already established partnerships with several prominent international sports organizations to deliver a diverse array of women’s sports content. These collaborations include:
- Union of European Football Associations (UEFA): AWSN broadcasts matches from UEFA’s women’s competitions, such as the Women’s Nations League, providing fans with access to top-tier European women’s football.
- Première Ligue (D1 Arkema): The network features games from France’s premier women’s football league, showcasing elite talent and competitive matches.
- International Basketball Federation (FIBA): AWSN airs events like FIBA 3×3 tournaments, highlighting the dynamic and fast-paced nature of international women’s basketball.
- Women’s Football Alliance (WFA): By partnering with the WFA, AWSN brings American women’s tackle football to a broader audience, celebrating the athletes and the sport’s growth.
- International Judo Federation (IJF): The network includes coverage of women’s judo competitions, featuring top judokas from around the world.
- Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL): AWSN broadcasts games from Australia’s premier women’s basketball league, offering fans access to high-quality basketball action.
- Hockey One League: The network features matches from Australia’s Hockey One League, showcasing elite women’s field hockey talent.
- OBOS Damallsvenskan: AWSN airs games from Sweden’s top women’s football league, highlighting the skill and competitiveness of Scandinavian women’s soccer.
These partnerships enable AWSN to provide comprehensive coverage of women’s sports, bringing diverse and high-quality content to audiences worldwide. As AWSN grows, its presence on platforms like WatchFree+ highlights an exciting trend of creating niche networks that reflect a broad range of interests and inspire a new era of fan engagement.