New research and real-life stories reveal how sports can help girls build confidence, purpose, and the leadership skills that last a lifetime.

Whether on the field or on the court, the sixth annual HER Sports Day gave girls the opportunity to practice, play, and explore athletics.

Research shows that 94 percent of women who hold C-suite positions in the U.S. played sports at some point in their lives, while 71 percent of women in formal leadership roles (such as manager, director,

From A'ja Wilson to Ivory Latta, these 10 basketball players have defined girls high school basketball in South Carolina.

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. CEDAR RAPIDS - Advisory committees in girls' basketball, volleyball and softball advocate a move to five classes in those sports, Iowa Girls High School ...