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On Her Mark
Host Hannah Donnelly sits down with athletes, fitness professionals, and women in and around sports blazing new trails in their fields for the next generation. You will learn what drives them on and off the field, key moments in their lives that changed their direction, their outside passions and more. Prepare to be inspired.
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On Her MarkBoston Fleet's Jillian Dempsey Talks Boston Roots, Teaching, Her Hockey Journey & More
Born and raised in Boston, Jillian Dempsey knows the grit it takes to find success. The Boston Fleet forward has been playing professional hockey for over a…
On Her MarkFormer Pro Hooper Ugo Nwaigwe-Hirshman Talks About the Growth of Women's Sports, Collegiate Coaching, Shooting Touch Impact & More
Sports can change lives, and basketball changed Ugo Nwaigwe-Hirschman's life. She had a successful collegiate career, international professional playing stint…
On Her MarkThe Future is 'UNRIVALED' with Kirby Porter
The wait is over for the highly anticipated inaugural Unrivaled Basketball season. It's a full court 3 v 3 league founded by WNBA greats Napheesa Collier and…
On Her MarkProfessional Volleyball Player Jess Mruzik Talks Penn State Championship, LOVB & Mantras
The last few months have been a whirlwind for Jess Mruzik - she won a national championship with Penn State, spent a few days celebrating the holidays with her…
On Her MarkRunner Heather MacLean Talks Boston Roots, Tokyo Olympics, Return from Injury & More
Professional runner Heather MacLean is as Boston as it gets - she loves runs on the Charles River, Dunkin, the Celtics, and even worked her first job at Market…
On Her MarkBoston Fleet Goalie Aerin Frankel Talks PWHL, Inspiring Young Goalies & More
Hockey goalie Aerin Frankel is known as one of the best goalies in NCAA history. While a freshman at Northeastern University she helped carry the team to their…
On Her MarkThe Arctic Challenge 2025: Hannah Huppi Dishes on the Historic Adventure
First, Hannah Huppi rowed on flat water in college. Then, she gave coastal rowing a shot (think beach sprints!). Then came ocean rowing, and now she's training…
On Her MarkMindset Matters: Coach Bianca Martin on the Power of Mental Training & Working With Olympian Allie Wilson
Talent and skills can only take you so far in sports (and life, too!), it's the mindset that makes all the difference. As a lifelong athlete with great…
On Her MarkOlympic Rower Kate Knifton on Career Highs & Lows Gave New Perspective
Despite growing up around rowing, Olympian Kate Knifton didn't get on the water until she was a teen. But when she did, she never looked back! She went on to…
On Her MarkNBC Sports Boston Host Kayla Burton Dishes on Basketball, Broadcasting & More
You know her as the newest host and reporter here at NBC Sports Boston: Kayla Burton is on the pod today! Kayla's roots are here in Boston so she was so…
On Her MarkRunner Jess McClain Dishes on Return to Racing, Olympic Trails & NYC Marathon
Jess McClain's return to running has made people pay attention! First, she placed 4th at the 2024 Olympic Marathon Trials in February. Then, in June, Jess…
On Her Mark2024 US Skating Champ Amber Glenn on Upcoming Season, Mental Training & More
After some major ups and downs last season, skater Amber Glenn celebrated a major victory as 2024 US Champion! While standing at the top of the podium Amber…
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Olympic Legend Dara Torres on New Coaching Gig, Motivation & More
Olympic legend Dara Torres has 12 Olympic medals from 5 Olympic games and one of the longest Olympic careers to date. The swimmer had two 'retirements' and two…
On Her Mark"Why Not Me?" 5x World Champion Rower Meghan Musnicki on 15-Year Career, Drive & Head of the Charles Regatta
5 World Championship titles, 2 Olympic Gold medals and 3 Olympic appearances wasn't enough for Meghan Musnicki, so she went for a fourth Olympic Games. When…
On Her MarkGymnast Katelyn Ohashi Talks Finding Joy, Poetry & 'Gold Across America' Tour
Remember the UCLA gymnast who went viral a few years ago for her perfect 10 performances?! The gymnast who performed with pure joy while her teammates danced…
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CT Sun Semi-Finals vs. Minnesota Lynx | Game 3 Recap
The Minnesota Lynx won game 3 (90-8) in Connecticut to lead the series 2-0. Napheesa Collier and Courtney Williams had great games for the Lynx and are looking…
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CT Sun Semi-Finals vs. Minnesota Lynx | Game 2 Recap
The series is split 1-1 now! The Minnesota Lynx earned the win on their home court for game 2 of the semi-finals last night (77-70). Both teams will travel to…
On Her MarkREV'D Indoor Cycling Founder Meaghan St Marc on Entrepreneurship, Wellness & Community
Not only is Meaghan St Marc the founder and co-CEO of Rev'd Indoor Cycling, she is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, teammate, wife, mom, and all-around…
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CT SUN Semi-Finals vs. Minnesota Lynx | Game 1 Recap
The Minnesota Lynx (No. 2) hosted the Connecticut Sun for Game 1 of the semi-finals and it came down to the final minute. The CT Sun pulled out the win, 73-70…
On Her MarkCT Sun Advance to WNBA Semi-Finals - Game 2 Recap
The Connecticut Sun are headed to the 2024 WNBA semi-finals for the sixth year in a row. The Sun defeated the Indiana Fever in a fierce game Wednesday night…
On Her MarkCT Sun vs. Indiana Fever - Game 1 Recap
The 2024 WNBA playoffs tipped off Sunday. The Connecticut Sun (No. 3) defeated the Indiana Fever (No.6) on their home court in Uncasville, CT. Regular season…
On Her MarkOlympic Gymnast & Broadcaster Samantha Peszek on Paris Olympics, Beam Queen Bootcamp & Lessons From Sport
Samantha Peszek wears many hats: she's an Olympic medalist (2008), entrepreneur, gymnastics analyst and broadcaster & founder of Beam Queen Bootcamp. After…
On Her MarkLPGA Pro Alexa Pano on 2nd Year on Tour, Growing up in Golf & New England Patriots Sponsorship
Professional golfer Alexa Pano is living her dream in her second season on LPGA Tour. The 20-year-old has been working on this since she was a kid, which many…
On Her MarkRed Bull Cliff Diver Molly Carlson on Extreme Sports, Brave Gang & Self-Love
Molly Carlson is one of the best cliff divers in the world! She's seen some of the most iconic spots from 20 meters above the water and wowed crowds with her…
On Her MarkWorld Champion & Gold Medalist Madison Chock on Wedding, Paris Olympics & Creative Passion
It was a summer of a lifetime for World Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist Madison Chock! First a wedding, then honeymoon, then a last-minute trip to Paris to…
On Her MarkOlympic Bronze Medalist Kristi Kirshe on Historic Win, Rise of Rugby & Boston Roots
2-time Olympian Kristi Kirshe is living her dream after winning a bronze medal with the US Women's Rugby Sevens team in Paris! The Franklin, Mass native has…
On Her MarkCT Sun Star Veronica Burton on WNBA History at TD Garden, Chasing a Championship & Family Bond
It's a WNBA first: SOLD OUT game at Boston's TD Garden! The Connecticut Sun are hosting the LA Sparks for the pioneering moment. To celebrate the occasion we…
On Her MarkUS Top Ranked Wheelchair Tennis Star Dana Mathewson on Success, Stubbornness & Growing the Game
It's the swing between fun and frustration on the tennis court that has Dana Mathewson hooked. Right now she is the country's top-ranked female in wheelchair…
On Her MarkParalympic Sprinter Femita Ayanbeku on Motherhood & Mindset
Paralympian Femita Ayanbeku set the American record for the 100m just months after getting her first running blade (and still holds the record!) Now, eight…
On Her MarkOlympian Laurie Hernandez on Team USA Gymnasts, Career, Acting School & More
Olympian Laurie Hernandez has traded her leotard and the mat for a NBC mic on the Olympic stage. She has two Olympic medals to her name after competing in the…
On Her MarkKick It Founder Eliza Shirazi on Building Business & Living Life Your Way
Everything Eliza Shirazi does is rooted in community. It's what inspired her to find and start her popular workout Kick It By Eliza in 2009, gave her the…
On Her MarkCoach's Corner: Olympic & Paralympic Basketball Coaches Jen Rizzotti & Christina Schwab
The Olympic and Paralympic Games not only bring together the best athletes in the world, but the best coaches, too. Jen Rizzotti and Christina Schwab both had…
On Her Mark3x Paralympic Swimmer Mallory Weggemann on Summer of Milestones
We're calling summer 2024 "The Summer of Mallory Weggemann." Mallory is three-time Paralympic swimmer with medals and currently training for her spot on her…
On Her MarkWNBA Star Brionna Jones is Back
Connecticut Sun forward Brionna Jones is back on the court making big plays for her team as they work to bring home the franchise's first championship! Bri had…
On Her MarkThe Garcia Twins' Next Chapter After WWE
The Garcia Twins, Nikki and Brie, rocked the WWE ring for nearly 16 years -- they traveled the world, told stories, built a fanbase, and more. In 2023 they…
On Her MarkCelebrity Boxing Trainer Ann "Mitt Queen" Najjar on Working with Celebs & Getting Stronger
If you don't know Ann "Mitt Queen" Najjar by name, you've probably seen her videos on social media where she is catching the fast and furious punches of…
On Her MarkCatch up With Paralympic Swimmers Jessica Long & Haven Shepherd
What's better than one Paralympian?! Two, it's simple math. Jessica Long and Haven Shepherd are taking a few minutes away from the pool and weight room to…
On Her MarkThe 2024 WNBA Season is Here!
This is a BIG moment for women’s basketball. We’re coming off the most watched WNBA season in 2023, most watched college season ever and all eyes are on the…
On Her MarkiFit Trainer & 2x Badwater Champ Ashley Paulson on Finding Love for Endurance Sports
Ashley Paulson loves an endurance challenge and takes on every race with a smile on her face. Ashley has run over 100 marathons, ultra marathons, 100+ mile…
On Her MarkMother-Daughter Power Rowing Duo Mary Mazzio & Daisy Mazzio-Manson
We're celebrating Mother's Day on "On Her Mark' with the strong and dynamic mother daughter duo: Mary Mazzio & Daisy Mazzio-Manson. Mary raced the double scull…
On Her MarkLSU National Champion Gymnast Haleigh Bryant on Historic Season & More!
The LSU Tigers just won their first ever NCAA Gymnastics National Championship, in large part to the leadership and talent of senior Haleigh Bryant. Competing…
On Her MarkNWSL Chicago Red Star Tatumn Milazzo Talks Soccer Story & Positive Changes in Chicago
Tatumn Milazzo steps on to the pitch everyday with gratitude. Her path to professional soccer career wasn't as smooth as she planned but the twists and turns…
On Her MarkThe Power of Running for Women with Kathrine Switzer & Edith Zuschmann
Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to run the Boston Marathon with an official bib number in 1967. Since the moment she crossed the finish line she has…
On Her MarkMarathons, Mindset & Quirks with Olympian & 2018 Boston Marathon Champ Des Linden
Des Linden just keeps showing up -- on the good days and the tough ones. She's a 2x Olympian who claimed the Boston Marathon Champion title in 2018 with the…
On Her MarkAmirah Ali on Challenge Cup & 2024 NWSL Season
The NWSL season is here! San Diego Wave forward Amirah Ali chats all about the upcoming season. She enters her third year in the league and has interesting…
On Her MarkSteals & Buckets with Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo
She was nicknamed "Buckets" as a kid and freshman All-American Hannah Hidalgo is living up to the name! She is third in the country for scoring, only behind…
On Her MarkSEC Championship & March Madness with Te-Hina Paopao
Newly crowned SEC Champ Te-Hina Paopao was all smiles as we caught up about the BIG conference weekend and look ahead to March Madness! Te-Hina is in her first…
On Her MarkConnecticut Sun Star DiJonai Carrington Talks Celtics' Broadcast & 2024 WNBA Season
Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington is trading her kicks for the mic Monday night for the Boston Celtics' first-ever all-female broadcast! DiJonai has…
On Her MarkOn Her Mark Trailer
Host Hannah Donnelly sits down with athletes, fitness professionals, and women in and around sports blazing new trails in their fields for the next generation…
On Her MarkOlympic Marathoner Dakotah Lindwurm on Living Her Daydream
Dakotah Lindwurm is going to Paris, y'all! The 28-year-old finished third at the Olympic Marathon Trials earlier this year, punching a ticket to the 2024…
On Her MarkHoops, Health & Hopes for the Future with WNBA Star Lexie Brown
She's healthy, happy and ready to play! After sitting out the end of the 2023 WNBA season, Los Angeles Sparks guard Lexie Brown is ready to get back on the…
On Her MarkMarathons, Motherhood & More with Makenna Myler
Makenna Myler nearly broke the internet with her 5:25 mile at 9 months pregnant last year, but that was never the goal for the professional runner. Makenna…
On Her MarkVolleyball Star Asjia O'Neal on New League, Overcoming Health Hurdles & Historic Career at Texas
Volleyball is having a moment right now and we're here for it! And one of the stars is 24-year-old Asjia O'Neal. Asjia spent 6 years at the University of Texas…
On Her MarkPaolo Banchero's Mom Rhonda on WNBA Experience & Raising a NBA Star!
Rhonda Smith Banchero made a name for herself in basketball long before her son Paolo earned 2023 NBA Rookie of the year! Smith Banchero graduated from…
On Her MarkPWHL Boston's Hilary Knight on Taking Women's Hockey to New Heights
Hilary Knight is no stranger to success. She's a 4-time Olympian, 9-time IHFF World Champion, leading goal scorer in women's hockey & captain of Boston PWHL…
On Her MarkHow Marginal Improvements Can Make a Big Impact with an Olympic Rower
Michelle Sechser is an Olympic lightweight rower with her eyes set on a second Games in Paris. This the final year that the lightweight double boat class will…
On Her MarkDreaming Big & Making History with Reagan Rust
Hockey has been in Reagan Rust's blood since she was 5 years old. After winning the Beanpot Championship in 2019 and playing professionally in the US and…
On Her MarkRaising Empowered Athletes & High Performers
As a former D1 athlete, nationally recognized performance coach, and podcast host Kirsten Jones is no stranger to finding on and off the pitch! In her new book…
On Her MarkElevating Women's Hoops with Moolah Kicks
Ladies, it's your turn to take charge on the court! Natalie White founded Moolah Kicks in 2021 to make the first-ever women's basketball shoe. The brand has…
On Her MarkHeart of Resilience with Adrianne Haslet
Every time Adrianne Haslet has been knocked down, she gets up and keeps moving forward. That resilience has lead her to a career in motivational speaking and…