Meredith Heil

United States, Washington, D.C., United States

Senior Editor at Just Women's Sports

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Ten Wonderful LGBTQ+-Owned Bars in Washington, D.C. — Resy | Right This Way

1 week ago | blog.resy.com | Meredith Heil

Today 2 Close Remove 2 Add Update Close Jane Jane map Washington DC In just four years of operation, this cozy Logan Circle cocktail den has established itself as one of the neighborhood’s most tried-and-true date night classics. And cozy isn’t an exaggeration — there’s only 850 square feet to work with, but that hasn’t stopped longtime local hospitality pros Jean Paul Sabatier, Drew Porterfield, and Ralph Brabham from making good use of the space. Wood paneling, dim lighting, campy patterned...
2026 Expansion Team Boston Legacy Brings the NWSL to Gillette Stadium

2 weeks ago | justwomenssports.com | Meredith Heil

Boston Legacy FC will make their NWSL debut inside Foxborough's Gillette Stadium, the 2026 expansion club told reporters on Wednesday. After significant delays impacted the proposed redevelopment of White Stadium, located in Boston's Franklin Park neighborhood, the team will call the NFL venue home for its full inaugural campaign. With room for 20,000 soccer fans — when not used by up to 64,628 fans for NFL games — suburban Gillette's primary tenants are the New England Patriots.
USA Hockey Star Hilary Knight Says 2026 Olympics Will Be Her Last

2 weeks ago | justwomenssports.com | Meredith Heil

Team USA hockey titan Hilary Knight is hanging up her international skates, with the record-10-time world champion announcing Tuesday that the 2026 Winter Games in Milan, Italy, will be her fifth and final Olympic run. "It's time," Knight told USA Today. "I'm at peace.
Ballon d’Or Shifts to Accommodate Women's International Schedule

2 weeks ago | justwomenssports.com | Meredith Heil

Global soccer's biggest awards ceremony is making changes, with UEFA announcing Monday that the Ballon d'Or is adding three new women's categories and shifting its dates in order to better accommodate the FIFA women's calendar. Traditionally held in late October to accommodate the men's calendar, the Paris event historically conflicts with the women's international window, impeding nominees from attending what is arguably the sport's biggest night.
With The Restaurant Community at Its Heart, H Street Turns Another New Leaf — Resy | Right This Way

1 month ago | blog.resy.com | Meredith Heil

Discover restaurants to love. The Hit List The Hit List For all your restaurant recommendation needs, look no further than the Resy Hit List, our monthly list of 10 spots that should be on your radar right now.
Australia, Manchester City Rising Star Mary Fowler Ruptures ACL

1 month ago | justwomenssports.com | Meredith Heil

Australia and Manchester City forward Mary Fowler exited last Sunday’s FA Cup semifinal with a confirmed ACL injury, cutting short what had been a promising season for the young international star. “Mary will remain under the care of the club’s medical team and start her rehabilitation,” City said after the team’s 2-0 loss to crosstown rivals Manchester United. “It’s never easy when something like this happens, especially when you’ve been working so hard and feeling good,” Fowler added.
Watkins, Betts Honored as Big Ten Sweeps 2025 Naismith Awards

2 months ago | justwomenssports.com | Meredith Heil

USC sophomore JuJu Watkins took home the 2025 Naismith Player of the Year award on Wednesday. The guard subsequently rose above a wealth of talent after a parity-heavy season that saw success spread across multiple conferences. “We at Jersey Mike’s extend our congratulations to JuJu Watkins for her phenomenal accomplishment,” said Jeff Hemschoot, vice president of marketing at Naismith awards partner Jersey Mike’s.
Final Four Spotlight: Texas Eyes One Last Dance with South Carolina

2 months ago | justwomenssports.com | Claire Watkins |Meredith Heil

When Texas takes on South Carolina this Friday, they’ll be playing for more than a shot at the NCAA tournament championship title. That's because this year's Final Four is a rematch, marking the fourth meeting between the Longhorns and the reigning national champion Gamecocks this season. Now, Texas is looking for a little revenge against their top-ranked SEC rivals. Longhorns head coach Vic Schaefer knows South Carolina well.
NWSL Shops New Sunday Night TV Deal Ahead of Expansion

2 months ago | justwomenssports.com | Claire Watkins |Meredith Heil

The NWSL is looking to signa new Sunday night TV deal, according to a Sports Business Journal report published this week. The league is targeting a two-year deal starting in 2026, with both new and existing TV partners interested in picking up additional NWSL games. The NWSL is currently two years into a four-year, $240 million TV partnership with ESPN, Prime, ION, and CBS Sports. However, the current contract doesn’t cover the entire schedule.
Unrivaled 3×3 Basketball Sets First-Ever Playoffs

2 months ago | justwomenssports.com | Meredith Heil

The buzzer sounded on the eight-week regular season of Unrivaled 3×3 Basketball on Monday, as the inaugural league bids farewell to two teams who failed to advance to the four-squad playoffs. Both the Mist and Phantom BC fell below the four-team cutoff line, eliminating each club from playoff contention and sending superstars like Unrivaled co-founder Breanna Stewart and Phantom center Brittney Griner home.