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The Shift honors women leaders at inaugural Sports Shiftmakers Awards

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:18 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

The Shift honors women leaders at inaugural Sports Shiftmakers Awards
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The Shift hosted its inaugural Sports Shiftmakers Awards on September 15, 2026, in Wimbledon, England, celebrating women’s contributions to sports and health advocacy. The event included a leadership panel featuring speakers such as Martina Navratilova and Yusra Mardini. The gathering recognized honorees chosen by Harvard’s Entrepreneurship Lab for their impact beyond the playing field. This acknowledgment comes amid increasing visibility for women's sports, further highlighted by discussions on the intersection of activism and athleticism. The weeklong celebration also emphasized the importance of resilience in overcoming societal challenges.

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  • •Awards recognize women selected by Harvard’s Entrepreneurship Lab.
  • •Honorees included Martina Navratilova and Yusra Mardini.
  • •The event featured a leadership panel with notable speakers.
  • •The Shift aims to build a community around social and cultural change.
  • •The celebration took place during the Wimbledon tournament.
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  • 4:18 PMYahoo Sports — The Shift’s First Sports Shiftmakers Awards Honor Women Changing The Game
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The Shift hosted its inaugural Sports Shiftmakers Awards & Women’s Leadership Panel to celebrate women's achievements, health advocacy, and excellence in sports.

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