How Sara Cox Rewrote the Rules of Authority in Men’s Sport
Sara Cox MBE is one of the most pioneering figures in modern rugby union and a leading voice among female inspirational speakers, known for breaking barriers in a sport long dominated by men.
Over more than a decade at the elite level, Sara’s journey has taken her from grassroots rugby to the global stage, officiating at the Olympic Games, Rugby World Cups and top-tier international fixtures. Her rise was not defined by shortcuts or symbolic milestones, but by consistency, credibility and performance under pressure in environments where scrutiny is unforgiving.
In this exclusive interview with the High Performance Speakers Agency, Sara Cox reflects on overcoming resistance, building confidence in male-dominated environments, and why visible female representation in sport remains critical for the next generation.
England women to host Iceland at Nottingham Forest in World Cup Qualifier
England’s women’s national team have confirmed Nottingham Forest’s City Ground as the venue for their first home FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 qualifying match against Iceland on Saturday, March 7.
The match kicks off at 12.30pm GMT and will be a key early test in the Lionesses’ bid to reach the next World Cup in Brazil.
Chelsea women bounce back with convincing 3-0 win over Brighton
Chelsea Women ended their final Women’s Super League (WSL) match of 2025 in strong fashion by defeating Brighton and Hove Albion 3-0 at Broadfield Stadium on Sunday, December 14.
The Blues returned to winning ways after their first league defeat in 34 games last week, a loss to Everton that ended their remarkable unbeaten run.
How Emily Campbell became a trailblazer for women in strength sports
In this exclusive interview with Champions Olympic Speakers Agency, Emily reflects on the moments that shaped her career, the challenges she has overcome and the lessons she hopes to pass on to aspiring athletes.
How elite mindset shapes everyday success: An interview with Heather Fisher
In a world where success is often measured by medals and record times, Heather Fisher offers a compelling reminder: resilience, mindset and integrity matter far more than trophies.
As a former elite athlete turned powerful advocate for personal growth and leadership, she embodies the values of grit, authenticity and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
Her journey - from back-breaking injury and recovery to redefining what it means to win - shows that true strength lies in rebuilding, self-belief and harnessing adversity as fuel for growth. As a female motivational speaker, Heather speaks with rare authority to anyone seeking not just professional success, but personal transformation.
In this exclusive interview with the London Keynote Speakers Agency, Heather Fisher opens up about the core qualities of a winning mindset, the tough road to recovery, and how elite sport principles can reshape the way we lead our lives and businesses.
Chief padel addict Andi Neugarten-Maio talks 6LoveSports and female padel, says, ‘It’s a way of connecting’
Gender disparity has always been an issue in professional sports. Tennis, football, and athletics have all faced issues with gender equality.
Padel, on the other hand, is embracing and calling for women’s involvement in the sport. Investment in female padel is growing from grassroots to professional.
Sports News Blitz’s Vanely Barumire sat down with one of the biggest names helping bring female padel to the forefront - Andi Neugarten-Maio.
“Visibility and recognition” – the growing investment in women’s padel
The WTA Finals are underway, marking the end of the 2024/25 tennis season.
This year’s circuit has produced plenty of thrilling matches and stories, from young prodigy Victoria Mboko’s meteoric rise, to Coco Gauff’s domination on hard courts, and Aryna Sabalenka’s consistent, impressive form - writes Sports News Blitz’s Vanely Barumire.
The Riyadh Open also marks the second year of a three-year deal with the Saudi Tennis Federation to host the WTA Finals in the Middle East.
England women’s cricket World Cup campaign marked by spin dominance and batting inconsistency
England’s women have had a topsy-turvy start to the women's cricket World Cup.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Oliver Shorland looks at three key talking points from the campaign so far.
ICC Women’s World Cup analysis: England Women chase fifth World Cup triumph; hotly contested opener against South Africa Women
England Women will look to bring home the ICC Women’s World Cup trophy for the fifth time this autumn as Nat Sciver-Brunt’s side kick off their campaign against South Africa Women on Friday, October 3.
The tournament is set to be a closely contested one, with plenty of challenging encounters that lie ahead.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Oliver Shorland analyses the England Women’s potential trajectory to a World Cup triumph and the key performers that will help them achieve it.
Chelsea news: Blues duo Sjoeke Nusken and Lexi Potter fit for West Ham clash
Chelsea boss Sonia Bompastor has confirmed that Sjoeke Nusken and Lexi Potter will be available for Sunday’s Women’s Super League match against West Ham United.
Here, Sports News Blitz deputy content editor Nicole Powell takes a look at what the Blues’ manager had to say ahead of the clash.
County Cricket vs The Hundred: Has the new format strengthened or weakened traditional county structures?
When the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) launched The Hundred in 2021, it promised a revolution.
Branded as a fast-paced, city-based competition with simplified rules and a family-friendly broadcast package, it was marketed as cricket’s gateway to new audiences.
Four years on, the debate over its impact on county cricket remains intense.
Has The Hundred invigorated the domestic game, or has it undermined the very county structures that built English cricket over 150 years?
The truth, as always, sits somewhere in the middle: there have been undeniable successes, but also structural costs that county cricket cannot ignore.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Ben Phillips analyses the positives and negatives of The Hundred on county cricket, and discusses whether they can continue to coexist.
WSL Matchday 2: Arsenal’s push, Man City’s test and Chelsea’s defence
The WSL’s early rhythm continues this weekend, and Matchday 2 brings a clutch of fixtures that will already shape the top-of-table picture and narrative for the month ahead.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s deputy content editor Nicole Powell highlights the major talking points ahead of the action.
Sports News Blitz’s Claudia Jones signs for Notts County Women
Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones has joined Notts County Women for the 2025/26 season, marking a new chapter in her football journey while continuing her work in sports media.
The WSL is back: Ornella Vignola's hat-trick on debut, Arsenal shine, Chelsea win and more from the Women’s Super League’s return
The 2025/26 WSL season opened with plenty of drama, goals, and debut stars making an instant impact.
Here, Sports News Blitz deputy content editor Nicole Powell looks at the key stories from the weekend.
Chelsea Women open season against Man City as they aim to win seventh WSL title in a row
Chelsea Women begin their 2025/26 campaign tonight, Friday, September 5, with a heavyweight clash against Manchester City, kicking off a new Women’s Super League season in style.
The defending champions arrive at Stamford Bridge on the back of six consecutive WSL titles, a run that has cemented their place as the dominant force in English women’s football.
Chelsea confirm Lauren James injury after Euro 2025 final
Chelsea have confirmed that Lauren James will spend time on the sidelines after suffering an ankle injury while with England at Euro 2025.
F1 news: Exclusive interview with trailblazing data engineer and motorsport protégé Nida Anis
Young trailblazer Nida Anis is making headlines in the world of motorsport while working as a technical coordinator and data engineer on the grid.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Disha S. Charan delves into an in-depth, unfiltered conversation with the motorsport protégé.
Breaking barriers in broadcasting: Charlie Webster on resilience, equality and sport
Charlie Webster is one of the UK’s most groundbreaking female TV presenters, making history as the first woman to host football in Asia and to anchor a heavyweight world title fight.
She has fronted coverage for BBC, Sky, ITV, ESPN, and Channel 4, bringing authority and energy to global sporting events.
Her journey goes far beyond broadcasting. A survivor of malaria that left her in a coma, Charlie has become a powerful advocate for mental health, domestic abuse awareness, and global health issues.
Her work spans acclaimed documentaries, podcasts, and keynote talks worldwide.
In this exclusive interview with The Champions Speakers Agency, Charlie reflects on her career in sport, the challenges of breaking into a male-dominated industry, and why storytelling matters more than ever.
Her story blends resilience, purpose, and inspiration - proving why she stands among the most influential voices in broadcasting today.
F1 news: Freelance data engineer and technical coordinator Nida Anis on breaking barriers and women in Motorsport
For a world that held its first Formula 1 race in 1950, it’s remarkable that the sport will see its first-ever full-time female race engineer, Laura Müller, only next year.
However, the world of motorsports is evolving.
Here, writing for Sports News Blitz, journalist Disha S. Charan delves into the story of a fearless motorsports trailblazer, Nida Anis.
Sponsorship news: Horsforth Hawks Reds seal promotion to West Yorkshire Division 4
The Horsforth Hawks Reds rounders team have ended their West Yorkshire Rounders League Division 5 season in style, securing promotion to Division 4 after a memorable campaign of hard work and energy.
In their first season partnered with Sports News Blitz, the Hawks won six of eight matches, scoring an impressive 143 rounders in total.