We Asked Coco Gauff, Jordan Chiles, and More: What's Your Hope For Women's Sports?

"I really want to see a world with equitable compensation and the sports gender pay gap closed. It's fun to celebrate the strides that we are making today, but we still have a long way to go. Alongside equal pay, I'd love to continue to see even more exposure and overall respect for women's athletics. I want young girls to be able to dream about their future sports opportunities the same way that young boys do."

"A lot of people do take for granted that as women, we already go through a lot: we go through pain, aches, impostor syndrome, eating disorders, and more. Being a female athlete is a whole different image that we get to show the world, but we never know what's going to come out of it.

The biggest thing is yes, the recognition, but also understanding that when we get recognized or we accomplish something so big, we never know the negativity that's going to come out of it. We hope for positivity, but as women, there's a lot of things that people are always going to critique because they want us to be perfect 24/7.

So I think just understanding that we are human and we are always going through something. You think it's easy to wear a crown every day? No, I wake up every morning wondering what my day is going to be like. I wake up trying to figure out how my life is going to continue to go. We never know, but I think just understanding that we are human, but we also have talents that are connected to it. We have gifts, we have creative minds, we have different things that people don't truly get to see. And if we do get recognized by that, then it's going to be a whole different level. It's going to be a whole different atmosphere and expectation that people are going to be able to understand."

"I want to see women's sports continue to grow so that young girls never have to question if there's a place for them at the highest level. That means more investment, more visibility, and the same respect given to men's sports. The talent is there, we just need the world to keep showing up for it."

"The recognition that we all deserve. I think it's definitely come a long way, but female athletes are truly some of the most incredible people and have so many inspiring stories that I think a lot of people can learn from. Highlighting them more, getting their stories out there, and giving them the recognition that they deserve and work so hard for. What we do is really special."

"Women's sports deserve the same visibility, coverage, and opportunities as men's. Right now, the playing field isn't equal. There are fewer opportunities, less media coverage, and a lack of investment. It's time for brands, networks, and decision-makers to step up, invest, and give women's sports the recognition and platform they rightfully deserve."

"The future of women's sports is what we are witnessing right now: a renaissance! (In my Beyoncé voice.) The world is rediscovering the power and potential of women's sports. My hope is that we continue to take ownership of our game and propel its growth on a global scale."

"One thing I truly hope for the future women's sports is for it to continue growing exponentially. I want to see women receiving the recognition and credit they deserve for incredible talents and achievements. It's crucial that we strive for equal viewership and pay across the board, ensuring that the athletes are celebrated and valued, just as much as our male counterparts. And lastly, I believe it's time for women in sports to shine on our own stage, inspiring future generations to pursue their passions without any barriers."

"My hope is that we build on the growth and momentum we're currently seeing in women's sports to give more women and girls the fullest opportunities and runways to be all they can be."

"Women should be able to participate in sports without being labeled 'tomboys' or being told they're acting like guys. We deserve to be celebrated for our passion - whether it's racing, skydiving, off-piste skiing, diving, boxing, or weightlifting - for pushing our limits: that deserves admiration and support, not outdated labels or assumptions."

Yerin Kim (she/her) is the features editor at PS, where she writes, assigns, and edits feature stories and helps shape the vision for special projects and identity content across the network. Originally from Seoul and currently based in New York City, she's passionate about elevating diverse perspectives and spreading cultural sensitivity through the lenses of lifestyle, style, wellness, and pop culture. A graduate of Syracuse University's Newhouse School, she has over six years of experience in the women's lifestyle space.