From Portland to Indiana, the growth of women’s sports is spurring a building boom

Karina LeBlanc said increased visibility creates more fans, fans create more interest, and interest translates to investment.

PORTLAND, Ore. — While it might not be the flashiest way to chart the rapid growth of women’s professional sports, a building boom is showing that investors are paying attention.

There’s already a dedicated women’s soccer stadium in the National Women’s Soccer League and another one is planned. The WNBA has seen a jump in new practice facilities — including a purpose-built training center for the Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark’s team.

These new facilities, often designed specifically for women, help teams attract and retain elite talent while

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