Join the Sports and Society Initiative for a virtual conversation with authors David Berri and Nefertiti Walker about their book Slaying the Trolls! Why the Trolls are Very, Very Wrong About Women and Sports.
As women’s sports continue to experience unprecedented growth — from record-breaking attendance and television audiences to the rising popularity of leagues like the WNBA and NWSL — outdated narratives and online criticism still persist. In Slaying the Trolls, Berri and Walker use research, history and data to challenge long-standing myths about women’s sports and examine how systemic inequities have shaped public perception and investment.
The discussion will explore the growth of women’s sports, media coverage, fan engagement, gender bias in sports culture and the economic opportunities tied to increased investment in women athletes and leagues.
Praised by industry leaders including Cheryl Reeve, Sarah Spain and Julie DiCaro, the book offers an evidence-based look at the realities behind one of the fastest-growing sectors in sports.
This online webinar is open to students, faculty, sports professionals and anyone interested in the intersection of sports, media, gender and society.