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🌟 A Weekend of Triumph: The BTT Sussex and London Experience at the Super Series World Championship Triathlon🌟 This weekend marked a milestone for the The Black Tri Tribe (BTT) community. Members from Sussex and London gathered to witness the sheer magnitude of human potential at the British Triathlon Federation supertri World Championship. It was a spectacle of endurance, where every stroke, pedal, and step was a testament to the power of perseverance. For the first time, I immersed myself in the thrill of the live event—both in-person and virtually. The electric atmosphere was palpable, as we watched athletes like Beth Potter and @Cassandre Beaugrand delivered performances that transcended the ordinary. Their grit and grace on this global stage brought the entire arena to its feet, uniting us in awe. As the founder of the Black Tri Tribe and a steadfast advocate for inclusivity in sports, this event resonated deeply. It was a celebration of what we stand for—a world where the starting line is accessible to all, and every finish is a collective victory for diversity. Beth and Cassandre didn't just race; they paved the way for female athletes everywhere, showcasing the boundless potential of women in sport. Their success is our inspiration. It fuels our mission to lower barriers and champion the involvement of Black and Asian communities in triathlon. As a community leader, it reaffirms my commitment to empowering our members through the transformative power of sport. We are more than a community; we are a force for change. Let’s carry this energy forward. Let’s make the impossible, possible—together. #BlackTriTribe #TriathlonInspiration #FemaleEmpowerment #CommunityLeadership #InclusiveSport

Love seeing the power of women making positive change. Brands continue to lead the way helping us move the needle for women's sports. The partnership between the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) and Chevron is a perfect example of how brands are not just endorsing women's sports but actively driving positive change Women's sports is good business. #womenssports #womensportsbiz #sportsbusiness

We need to hear from all female triathletes! SheRaces and Fund Her Tri UK need your help! https://lnkd.in/eq-Zx-q8 We need your help to fully understand the considerations on how to make Triathlon a more gender-inclusive sport so we can create guidelines to support every triathlon and welcome all female athletes. Our research stats from surveys are great for getting attention. Our original finding that almost 90% of women would be more likely to enter races that committed to inclusivity got race directors thinking 💰 But we find it is your race stories that provide the real insight. They help us drive change with races by explaining how issues have affected athletes.  WHY we didn’t sign up for a triathlon, or WHY we felt uncomfortable on the start line. What it was that gave us a less-than-perfect race experience or made us feel less valued. We also want to hear what races have done well – what has made a positive difference so we can help other races do the same. Every response is valuable and we need to hear views of a diverse range of athletes – from novice to experienced, of all ages, abilities, ethnicities, backgrounds and preferred triathlon distances.  Please support us by sharing with any clubs you are part of and nudging any triathletes you know.

If you want to get in the game, or be on top of it, realize this! From instruction, #destinatons, #Lifestyle, #Fitness, #womeninbusiness #sportsmarketing #inclusion - This possibilities for your dream or business are endless. Reach out if you want to discuss new or expanded golf possibilities through your business lens. Thanks for sharing this The Washington Post article Cindy Miller

Important first step.

Women are driving golf's growth since the pandemic! According to the National Golf Foundation, over 800,000 American women took up the sport of golf from 2020 to 2022, bringing the total to 6.4 million female golfers. This surge in interest has not gone unnoticed by the multibillion-dollar golf industry, including equipment companies, clothing brands, and elite courses, which are responding accordingly. The number of female golfers has risen by about 15 percent, while the male golf pool has increased by just 2 percent in the same time frame. So, whether it is for business or pleasure, more women than ever are keen to learn golf. Read on for more: https://wapo.st/48PEBjQ #Golf #GolfCourses #WomenInGolf

In recent years, we've seen a fantastic trend of companies across various industries investing #MORE in women’s professional golf. The Amundi Evian Championship is just another recent example of this positive shift! Last week, tournament officials have confirmed its ambition to continue to develop women's sport, including increasing its prize money to $8 million dollars! 📜 FULL PRESS RELEASE: https://lnkd.in/eDYAt_2x 💬 COMMENT BELOW: What other tournaments or companies do you think are leading the way in supporting #WomensGolf? #AmundiEvianChampionship #WomenSports #LPGA #Investing #SportsInvesting #Trends

"When you watch some of the best women's golf swings in the professional game, it's hard not to be inspired to pick up some clubs and give it a go. If you are new to the game of golf, or simply want to improve your performance, this article is exactly what you need. Below, Golf Monthly Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins takes us through every facet of the women's golf swing, along with some easy to follow tips and drills that can help fast track your progress on the course." #golf #CBD #womenwhogolf #womeningolf

Should be a fascinating discussion.

Great article about women jockeys. It wasn’t all that long ago when women even showing up at the racetrack wasn’t welcome or wanted. Only 0.9% women jockeys in the Kentucky Derby number is quite sobering. We had a horse in the Kentucky Derby in the 2017 starting lineup as a breeder and he finished 3rd. Even that is an accomplishment for a woman in racing, but there is still a way to go for the athletes. One of the important quotes in the article are that to get hired, a woman jockey must be good. But to get good, she needs opportunities to get better. Not dissimilar from other places where there are not enough women yet. Just installing women in higher positions isn’t enough, that can set them up to fail when they are not ready, and then cause a backlash that women are not good enough to lead. It is clear that opportunities and mentorship are crucial to close the skill and readiness gap.