The WNBA Is Proof That Women Are Winning!

It’s 2025, and the ladies are showing out in the best way possible. We all know a lady who is absolutely owning it, but just in case you need proof, here are four letters that do just that: WNBA. There’s no denying the new heights reached by women. Between record-breaking viewership, growing media coverage, and the phenomenal performances by women on the court, women are doing it all. We are undoubtedly witnessing WNBA history, and that deserves a celebration. Hey Alexa! "Play Run The World (Girls)" by Beyoncé!

Viewership

When it comes to the impeccable growth of the most recent two WNBA seasons, the numbers speak loud enough for themselves. Matter of fact, the numbers are screaming. In the 2024 season, viewership averaged 1.19 million viewers per game across ESPN platforms, according to the WNBA’s website. This includes nationally televised WNBA games on ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, and even streaming services like ESPN+. 1.19 million per game is the highest the league has ever seen -- a drastic change from the 2023 season. But that’s not all -- when we zoom out, the numbers get even larger. For the entire season, over 54 million people were tuned in across multiple platforms and networks. And to make things even better, 7 of the most-watched WNBA games ever were from the 2024 season, as also reported by the WNBA website. To top it all off, the success is pouring into the current 2025 season. Without the season being completed, history is still being made. The 2025 New York Liberty vs. Indiana Fever match soared to the top of the third-most-watched WNBA game with over 2 million on ABC. Whew! Women are powerful, and there is power in numbers. Many of us can’t even imagine being in a space with millions of people. Nonetheless, this is the impact of women in sports. 

Key Players

Numbers wouldn’t be possible without star players. It’s only right that we give our flowers to the women who are balling down in the paint. One of the players who has made their mark on women’s basketball as a whole in recent years is Caitlyn Clark. Before joining the WNBA in 2024, Caitlyn was (and still is) a force to be reckoned with. A star player on the Iowa Hawkeyes, her 3-point shots standing out, and her high-scoring points-per-game show her inner beast can’t be tamed. Caitlyn led the Hawkeyes to the Final Four for two consecutive years (2023 and 2024). After her college career ended in 2024, Caitlyn was drafted to the WNBA's Indiana Fever, where she continues to leave a valuable impression on fans of the sport. She has even earned the WNBA Rookie of the Year Award for her 2024 performance. When mentioning women’s basketball, Caitlyn is a must.

Coming out of the same draft class as Caitlyn is the 2023 NCAA Women’s Basketball National Champion, Chicago Sky baller Angel Reese. Reese is a powerhouse, and she’s that girl whether it be on or off the court. Before joining the WNBA, Angel was a star player on the Louisiana State University (LSU) Tigers. Recognized for her double-double combos, specifically in points and rebounds, Angel was crowned Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four in 2023. In 2024, Angel was drafted to the Chicago Sky, where she continues to put up numbers and make headlines. Angel also brings a confidence level to the game that is through the roof. Her self-expression and style make her a fan favorite.

2025 draft picks are also representing well for the rookies. Paige Bueckers has been doing her thing since being drafted by the Dallas Wings earlier this year, already averaging 18.3 points per game. Her resilience before joining the WNBA made her stand out as well. Recovering from injuries and still putting up numbers and passing the ball so effortlessly has made Paige a fan favorite.

This last player is the epitome of record-breaking. A’ja Wilson has been grinding nonstop, all gas, no breaks. A’ja continues to prove why her spot is solidified in the WNBA. In the 2024 season, A’ja became the first player to lead in all 3 categories: points, rebounds, and blocks. She had a total of 1,021 points, 451 rebounds, and 98 blocks as of this writing. A’ja was also named the 2024 Most Valuable Player for her unstoppable performance on the Las Vegas Aces. This is A’ja’s third MVP award. She is quite literally HER. As the 2025 WNBA season continues, A’ja is putting up great stats and having outstanding games, certainly proving why she is a key player in the sport.

Media Impact

Publicizing history as it comes to the WNBA has become more common now than ever. With social media apps such as Instagram, TikTok, and X, women’s basketball players are more than just ladies who dribble a ball. Social media has allowed personalities to shine through on and off the court. Players are able to connect and communicate with people globally and build a strong fan base. Social media has also allowed viewers to go back and catch highlights that they may have missed or simply want to go back and reflect on. All of this just increases the attention that is drawn to the WNBA. Players such as Caitlyn Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers are great examples of players whose careers soared, of course due to their performance, but also due to media coverage. The two go hand in hand. Their excellent performances gave the media no other option but to pay attention. In previous years, the WNBA didn’t receive as much coverage as it currently does. That’s all because women are killing it right now. 

There’s no doubt that women can do it all. The WNBA is a prime example. If you needed a reason to celebrate women today, look no further.