By the Numbers: July 2024
July was a massive month for women’s sports, with the WNBA, NWSL, Olympic Trials, and more competitions taking place across the country. Take a look at some of the big numbers from this month.
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*Pssst, looking for Olympic numbers? We’re reserving them for a special By the Numbers: Olympic Edition after the Games conclude.*
1
Jasmine Moore became the first U.S. woman to qualify for the Olympics in both the long jump and triple jump.
8.2M
The U.S. Gymnastics Olympic Trials were the most-watched trials since 2016, peaking at 8.2M viewers.
1
Jasmine Moore became the first U.S. woman to qualify for the Olympics in both the long jump and triple jump.
8.2M
The U.S. Gymnastics Olympic Trials were the most-watched trials since 2016, peaking at 8.2M viewers.
20,366
On July 2, the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever attracted 20,366 fans — marking the highest attendance at a regular-season WNBA game since 1999.
1
The Seattle Kraken hired Jessica Campbell, making her the first full-time woman assistant coach in NHL history.
20,366
On July 2, the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever attracted 20,366 fans — marking the highest attendance at a regular-season WNBA game since 1999.
1
The Seattle Kraken hired Jessica Campbell, making her the first full-time woman assistant coach in NHL history.
2.10M
2.10M - Ukrainian high jumper Yaroslava Mahuchikh set a new world record with a jump of 2.10M.
$38M
The Chicago Sky announced its new $38M training facility, expected to open in December 2025.
2.10M
2.10M - Ukrainian high jumper Yaroslava Mahuchikh set a new world record with a jump of 2.10M.
$38M
The Chicago Sky announced its new $38M training facility, expected to open in December 2025.
8
Rachel Banham hit eight treys to lift the Connecticut Sun over the Phoenix Mercury, setting a new WNBA record for most three-pointers made by a bench player in a single game.
1
Caitlin Clark led the Indiana Fever to a win over the New York Liberty, notching the first-ever triple-double for a WNBA rookie.
8
Rachel Banham hit eight treys to lift the Connecticut Sun over the Phoenix Mercury, setting a new WNBA record for most three-pointers made by a bench player in a single game.
1
Caitlin Clark led the Indiana Fever to a win over the New York Liberty, notching the first-ever triple-double for a WNBA rookie.
5:19.70
Australian runner Jess Hull set a new world record for the 2000m at the Monaco Diamond League, turning in a 5:19.70 — nearly two full seconds faster than the previous record.
1
Swimming sensation Gretchen Walsh became the first swimmer to win the ACC Athlete of the Year award.
5:19.70
Australian runner Jess Hull set a new world record for the 2000m at the Monaco Diamond League, turning in a 5:19.70 — nearly two full seconds faster than the previous record.
1
Swimming sensation Gretchen Walsh became the first swimmer to win the ACC Athlete of the Year award.
3:49.04
Faith Kipyegon broke her own record in the 1500m, setting a new record time of 3:49.04.
3.44M
The WNBA All-Star Game reeled in 3.44M viewers. It is now the most-watched WNBA program in ESPN history.
3:49.04
Faith Kipyegon broke her own record in the 1500m, setting a new record time of 3:49.04.
3.44M
The WNBA All-Star Game reeled in 3.44M viewers. It is now the most-watched WNBA program in ESPN history.
45
Welsh midfielder Jess Fishlock became the country’s top goalscorer in history after netting her 45th international goal for Wales.
132%
WNBA game viewership is up 132% on CBS this season, averaging about 1.37M viewers.
45
Welsh midfielder Jess Fishlock became the country’s top goalscorer in history after netting her 45th international goal for Wales.
132%
WNBA game viewership is up 132% on CBS this season, averaging about 1.37M viewers.
1
Jasmine Paolini became the first Italian woman to advance to a Wimbledon singles championship match.
15,000
The Golden State Valkyries announced that it has surpassed 15,000 season ticket deposits — a feat no other women’s sports team has accomplished.
1
Jasmine Paolini became the first Italian woman to advance to a Wimbledon singles championship match.
15,000
The Golden State Valkyries announced that it has surpassed 15,000 season ticket deposits — a feat no other women’s sports team has accomplished.