No doubt that men's college basketball has slipped dramatically in public perception in the last decade, but I'm not sure that means women's sports in general are on the rise. Look at the ratings for men's and women's basketball, and there's no comparison. Same with overall attendance ...
Still, the arrow is definitely pointing up for women's sports.
We're in an Olympic year, too. The PWHL is doing very well despite a non-existent TV deal. Curious to see AU take a needed leap forward this year. There's also the new women's volleyball league launching this Winter. Let's see if the NWSL can maintain their momentum after a World Cup year.