Women Talk Sports | The first online blog network for women's sports

The Women Talk Sports Team

WomenTalkSports.com was launched by co-founders Jane Schonberger, Ann Gaffigan and Megan Hueter in 2009. As media professionals and athletes, the trio is keenly aware of the challenges facing women in sports. Visiting the myriad of (mostly male oriented) sports sites on the Web, it was clear that women needed a dedicated platform to celebrate their love of sports and the challenges they face. They (and the guys who love women's sports) also needed a forum to exchange ideas, to debate and engage one another.

Mission Statement
With the goal of promoting and empowering female athleticism, WomenTalkSports.com is an online network that connects the best blogs relating to women's sports. The site aims to raise the level of awareness of women in sport by providing comprehensive sport coverage, spotlighting outstanding achievements, and working with sporting associations on advocacy issues and empowering programs.

Management

Ann Gaffigan, Chief Technical Officer

Ann Gaffigan is a computer programmer/web systems developer with a degree in Computer Science from the University of Nebraska. Gaffigan has her own web development company Gazelle, Inc. and a long list of clients including the Nebraska School Activities Association and the Iowa High School Athletic Association. She has competed professionally in the steeplechase since winning the 3000m steeplechase at the 2004 USA Championships, setting a then-American Record of 9:39.35. She last competed in the 2008 Olympic Trials, finishing 10th.

Find Ann on Twitter at @AnnGaff.

Megan Hueter, Chief Marketing Officer

Megan Hueter is a public relations professional working in social media at Catalyst Public Relations in NYC. Megan is a former collegiate basketball player (and current coach) who runs ...Because I Played Sports. Though she went professional in something other than sports, she will never let go of her passion and love for athletic competition. Megan shares in a voice that brings attention to some of the most superb athletes on the planet, so they can inspire others to follow in their footsteps. [Note: Everything posted by Megan on this blog is her personal opinion and does not necessarily represent the views of her employer or its clients.]

Find Megan on Twitter at @mhueter.

Jane Schonberger, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief

Jane Schonberger is an award-winning writer/producer and senior level creative executive who has been involved in brand management and intellectual property development for a variety of high profile sports, entertainment and lifestyle brands. She is currently Chief Trailblazer and Editorial Director of Pretty Tough LLC and has served stints as an executive at the Walt Disney Co., Mommy & Me, Inc., Fox and Warner Bros. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Jane is an avid sportswoman who swims, hikes, plays tennis and is part of a Mom's Basketball League. She has two daughters and has been involved in girls' sports as a mentor and coach. Connect on Linkedin.

Find Jane on Twitter at @PrettyTough.

Lesley Higgins, New Media

Lesley Higgins is a former competitive fast-pitch softball player and dancer turned steeplechaser with a best finish of 2nd in the NCAA mile and a finalist in the 2008 Olympic Trials 3000m steeplechase. She has worked on two New York governors' campaigns as their new media specialist and has also dabbled in database administration and criminal investigation. In her spare time, she is messing with her iPhone and iPad thinking of cool apps for Women Talk Sports!

Find Lesley on Twitter at @le_diable.

Kaci Kust, Intern

Kaci Kust Now that injuries are keeping Kaci off the court, she has decided to embrace the sidelines. While her passion for the game leaves her considering the idea of playing again, she is chasing another passion she discovered. If she can't be in the game, she wants to report on it and hopes to eventually trade in her Nike's for a microphone. Kaci has secured numerous interviews for Women Talk Sports with big stars including Erin Andrews and Tamika Catchings.

Find Kaci on Twitter at @WTS_Kaci.

Stephanie Perleberg, Athlete Database and Event Manager

Stephanie Perleberg is the defending DIII National Champion in the 3000m Steeplechase. She is passionate about women's rights and will graduate from the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse in May 2010 with her BS in Organizational and Public Communication. Stephanie is in charge of maintaining the Women Talk Sports Athlete Directory and Calendar of Events.

Find Stephanie on Twitter at @StephMPerl.

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