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According to ESPN, the WNBA’s opening four games drew 199% more viewers than the 2022 opening weekend. These numbers echo a surge in interest in women’s sports at all levels. Samba TV reports that the audience for the 2022 WNBA Finals grew by 171% compared to the previous year, while the audience for the NBA Finals grew by 25%. The National Women’s Soccer League had 435% more viewers tune in for its 2022 championship compared to 2021.<\/p>\n
#WNBA<\/a> Tip-Off Weekend delivered significant audience growth across ESPN platforms<\/p>\n Saturday’s #ALLINLV<\/a> vs #Protect yourself<\/a> the game is @WNBA<\/a>most watched opening weekend game in 11 years (684,000 viewers) pic.twitter.com\/SGTinJjF6M<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 ESPN PR (@ESPNPR) May 23, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n The MLS Championship only grew by 15%. <\/p>\n Kia Nurse is a WNBA All-Star and a rookie point guard for the Seattle Storm. He says players can notice the increased interest in their sport, and it’s a motivating force behind their game. <\/p>\n “Every day, we understand that there are a lot of eyes on us, a lot of young eyes, a lot of young women who are inspiring to be in our position, and so when you come in, it’s something you play for.” said the nurse. <\/p>\n Trending stories a Scrippsnews.com<\/a><\/p>\n