Former Toronto Maple Leafs president Brendan Shanahan is now a strategic advisor to Kilmer Sports Ventures on its PWHL investment. Kilmer has been putting real weight behind women’s sports, most notably by securing Canada’s first WNBA franchise and owning the Toronto Tempo. They’re bringing in experienced people and investing in infrastructure, including the Tempo’s planned training facility. You can see they’re building for the long term. This goes beyond doing a “good thing.” They recognize a tremendous business opportunity that is women’s sports and are committing the resources to help it grow. Women’s sports are gaining national airtime and visibility, with the PWHL coming to Hockey Night in Canada. The audience is growing. So is the opportunity! Investing in the people and infrastructure to sustain that growth is how you build something that lasts.

The Golden State Valkyries letting everyone know this season that their success is NOT a coincidence.

It takes REAL courage to share your experiences publicly and advocate for yourself. Everyone deserves to feel valued, respected and heard, regardless of their role or platform. Powerful to see you champion yourself, @Kelz_Hoop.