Ep #372

WNBA Updates and WCWS Review

June 11, 2024
WNBA Updates and WCWS ReviewWNBA Updates and WCWS Review

Happy Tuesday!

On today’s episode of The GIST of It, we’re celebrating the continued growth in women’s sports. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz begin with a refresher on what’s happening in the WNBA, including Caitlin Clark’s Team USA Olympics roster omission and more.

Then in part two, El and Steph review yet another record-setting Women’s College World Series with attendance and viewership numbers hitting it out of the park. Is women’s college softball the next big thing? The data says yes — the momentum’s been there all along.

A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

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Ep #371

NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final, and the French Open: Previewing a big weekend in sports

June 06, 2024
NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final, and the French Open: Previewing a big weekend in sportsNBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final, and the French Open: Previewing a big weekend in sports

Happy Thursday!

Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a three-parter previewing three big finales coming up on the sports cal. Co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz start the party by laying the groundwork for the best-of-seven NBA Finals series before the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks tip off today.

Then in part two, El and Steph head over to the ice for a Stanley Cup Final preview ahead of the NHL’s best-of-seven championship series. The puck doesn’t drop until Saturday, but there’s a lot to cover in this Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers showdown.

Then last but not least, the gals wrap up by discussing the French Open as the athletes head into the semis — notably without defending champ Novak Djokovic.

A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

Ep #370

Breaking down the latest WNBA discourse and the Women’s College World Series rolls on

June 03, 2024
Breaking down the latest WNBA discourse and the Women’s College World Series rolls onBreaking down the latest WNBA discourse and the Women’s College World Series rolls on

Happy Tuesday!

On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz start off by digging into the viral conversation around physicality in the WNBA after a controversial on-court play sparked a slew of off-court responses.

Then in part two, El and Steph head back to the diamond to discuss the ongoing Women’s College World Series ahead of the best-of-three championship series. It’s been a banner few months for softball, and there’s even more excitement to come.

A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

And a big shoutout to our pals at the PGA for their support. Whether you’ve never golfed before or are an experienced player looking to tighten up your game, it’s super easy to find a pro in your area at PGAofCanada.com.