Very excited about the start of the NWSL Season and the partnerships we are growing in the league… Section Z girls walked out hand in hand with the players at the Angel City home opener it was pretty amazing and something these young women will remember forever. #thesectionz #angelcity #nwsl #wearesectionz
Section Z
Non-profit Organizations
Los Angeles, CA 57 followers
Exposing young females to live sports events and the growing opportunities sports provide for women.
About us
Section Z is a 501c3 launched in 2023 that brings a diverse group of young female athletes to live sporting events. MISSION | To expose young female and female identifying individuals to live sports events by having a dedicated section of seats at every professional sports stadium. PURPOSE | Ignite the dreamer within to show what’s possible through sports. SO THAT | They are inspired and see the growing opportunities and careers sports provide for women both on and off the court and field. Section Z gives a diverse, underserved demographic a chance to attend live sporting events. Shows participants firsthand that a career in professional sports is possible – as an athlete or otherwise Encourages girls that they belong and are an active part of the sports community, showing them they bring value and are the future. Inspires young women to believe in themselves and make positive, goal-oriented choices and imagine a broader and bolder future Deepens engagement with the teams, the athletes, and the conversation Serves as a gateway to creating lifelong fans and tapping into influential voices on socials
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thesectionz.com
External link for Section Z
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Los Angeles, CA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2023
- Specialties
- Sports, 501c3, and Women in sports
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Los Angeles, CA, US
Employees at Section Z
Updates
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Section Z, Founder | Exposing young females to live sports events and the growing opportunities sports provide for women.
BEYOND EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE a new collaboration between @AngelCityFootballClub Klarna and Section Z! Beginning with Women's History Month, Klarna and ACFC will dedicate 30 seats at each home game to Section Z participants for the entirety of the 2024 NWSL Season. This will help us with our mission to ensure girls get the opportunity to access the game day experience live and encourage them to follow their passions. https://lnkd.in/gQBqgCRB
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Section Z, Founder | Exposing young females to live sports events and the growing opportunities sports provide for women.
Read this article by Section Z Boardmember Amy Snow on how participation in sports is critical to women's success.
Why Sports Matter for Young Women.
Amy Snow on LinkedIn
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“The good thing that’s happening is we’re at a tipping point and people want to invest in women’s sports,” King said ahead of the Women’s Sports Foundation 2023 Annual Salute to Women in Sports. “It’s a good investment. It’s good business.”
Women’s Sports At A ‘Tipping Point,’ But Still Has A Long Way To Go
forbes.com
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#SectionZ had a blast Monday night cheering on #Angelcityfootballclub ! We've now taken over 600 girls to see live sporting events in just the first year.