The Foundation will honor Michele Kang, Herbert Simon, Alysia Montaño, and Diana Flores, while highlighting its 50+ year commitment to driving systemic change through collective action.
NEW YORK, Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This evening, the Women's Sports Foundation's (WSF®) Annual Salute will bring together more than 700 athletes and industry leaders – Olympians, Paralympians, legendary icons, team owners, leagues, and brands – to celebrate WSF's role as a convener, thought leader, and catalyst for change. A champion of the entire women's sports ecosystem, the Foundation advances opportunity for girls and women that ripples across health, leadership, and the economy. The Annual Salute is presented by WSF National Partners Bank of America, Delta Air Lines, ESPN, Gatorade, and NBC Sports.
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