coverage—it shapes who gets seen, heard, and inspired. In this Q&A, VIS Mentor and professional cyclist Maggie Coles-Lyster breaks down why women are essential to the future of sports journalism, what we lose without them, and how we can help close the gender gap in media.
By Sophie Steidle
VIS Creator
Maggie Coles-Lyster
VIS Mentor
Topic: Advocacy
June 21 2025
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Sports journalism and writing is a world that men have dominated. We sat down with VIS Mentor and Professional Racing Cyclist, Maggie Coles-Lyster, to talk about how more women can get involved in sports writing and the reasons why the gap between men and women sports journalists has gotten this high.
Advocating for More Women Sports Writer
It’s crucial to get more women involved in sports writing and to inspire the next generation of sports journalists. “I think that...
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