On Her Mark

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 University of Washington as the leading scorer and rebounder. She went on to play in the American Basketball League, overseas, and the early years of the WNBA. She's taken the lessons she learned on the court to raise her three athletics kids along...

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. She's a role model, on and off the ice, to both her teammates and young athletes everywhere. Today we dive in to: The new PWHL (Professional Women's Hockey League) -- what makes it unique & essential for the growth of the game Hilary's pure p...

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 race in the Olympics so Michelle has been embracing the joy and fulfillment of the sport this season. The 11-year national team veteran has accomplished impressive finishes and great improvement in the process, all in preparation for trials...

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 overseas, she is back in Boston coaching at her alma mater Boston University. She is a passionate mental health advocate, founder of the Female Athlete Society, and travel junkie. Today we dive in to: Historic Women's Beanpot at TD Garden & signi...

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 "Raising Empowered Athletes: A Youth Sports Guide for Raising Happy, Brave, and Resilient Kids," Kristen combines her experiences as an athlete and as a mom of three to help parents, coaches, and mentors support kids in achieving success in...

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 grown immensely but at the core is still this: a basketball brand for women and girls by women and girls. With all of this growth and work, Natalie was recently named to the Forbes "30 Under 30" list. Today we dive in to: New position-specific...

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 mentoring. She is a survivor of the Boston Marathon Bombing in 2013 where she lost part of her leg. Since then, her life has changed in so many ways and she is sharing her story and light with the world. Today we dive in to: Role in new IMAX...

We know her for her bold lip, tough workouts, and incredible fashion and now Tunde Oyeneyin is bringing us life lessons in her book "Speak." The Peloton instructor and Nike athlete has added New York Times best-selling author to her name since releasing the honest memoir that explores the highs and lows of her life and how she navigated them to be where she is now: living in her purpose. Today we...

No goal is too big for world-famous marathon runner Becca Pizzi. She has completed -- and won! -- the World Marathon Challenge, 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents, twice! If that wasn't enough, the Massachusetts native has raced over 100 marathons, including the 6 World Majors and one in all 50 states. This past year Becca picked up a new sport and new training partner: triathlons and Zdeno Cha...

A sportswear company by female athletes for female athletes. Genius! Marina Paul - former D1 Georgetown athlete, author of "Becoming a Superhero: Awaken Your Superpowers and Inspire the Magic in Others," and now founder (or builder!) of SPRHRA - is changing the game for female athletes everywhere by creating sportswear that actually fits them. In Part 1, Marina shared her passion and journey in sp...

Marina Paul is a super human creating SPRHRA , a sportswear company designed for female athletes to live and perform freely. Marina is a former D1 Georgetown athlete, author of "Becoming a Superhero: Awaken Your Superpowers and Inspire the Magic in Others," and now founder (or builder!) of SPRHRA. Today we dive into: Marina's journey to and through sport at all levels (injury, mental health, etc)...

University of North Carolina's field hockey head coach Erin Matson is living out dream she could have never dreamt up! She was a standout student athlete for the UNC field hockey program and just months after graduating she was offered an opportunity to stay with the program....as head coach! She is the most decorated field hockey athlete in the school's history and now she is making more history:...

Ali Riley and Toni Pressley are known for dominating on the pitch, but now they are serving up delicious plant-based dishes in their new cookbook "Girls Gone Veg." Riley, a defender for Angel City FC, and Pressley met while teammates on NWSL's Orlando Pride and bonded over their love of cooking. After a successful blog and show, they are sharing their recipes with the world. Today we dive into: Ho...

The Las Vegas Aces are 2023 WNBA Champions! They defeated the New York Liberty in Game 4 of the "Super Team Final." It was a season for the record books. To break down this season Robyn Pearson, Senior Social Media Producer at The GIST is here. We dive into: Las Vegas Aces win back-to-back titles A'ja Wilson earns Finals MVP title What barriers the New York Liberty ran into in the Final Series Lea...

It's a SUPER TEAM FINAL, y'all! The script was written before the season started: Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty in the 2023 WNBA Finals. "Queens of the Court Podcast" Co-Host Jordan Ligons Robinson drops in to chat about the dream match up and more. She chats with host Hannah Donnelly to break down: Semi-Finals Reactions Why the SUPER TEAM narrative is good for the league...especially now! F...

WNBA insider Terrika Foster-Brasby joins us to talk about the semi-final matchups and MVP reactions! knows her sports & she is helping us break down the latest WNBA headlines. The CT Sun sideline reporter, ESPN analyst, and women's hoop fan has her finger on the pulse. She chats with host Hannah Donnelly to break down: MVP Reaction Liberty vs. Sun Aces vs. Wings WNBA Finals Predictions Follow alon...

It's official, the NWSL is coming to Boston! NWSL Commissioner Berman officially announced that Boston will be home to the 15th team of the NWSL. Host Hannah Donnelly dishes on all the details we know so far - the ownership team, home pitch, timeline, and more! Follow along with Hannah on social:  @_hannah.donnelly To watch the episodes:  NBC Sports Boston YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, a...

Let's Talk WNBA: Big Moments of Round 1 What's going on in the WNBA this week? Let's talk about it: Round 1 of playoffs is HOT - who is going to round 2? Liberty OT win Big (and only!) Game 3: CT Sun vs. MN Lynx Follow along with all On Her Mark content with Hannah on social: @_hannah.donnelly ------- NBC SPORTS BOSTON: @nbcsboston NBC10 BOSTON: @nbc10boston WATCH episodes: NBC Sports Boston Youtu...

She's always wanted to play in the WNBA for her hometown team and now Jordin Canada is (for a second year!) The Los Angeles native has made her name known for the Sparks on and off the court. She shares where her love of the game was born, the role her family has played in her career, how she's using her platform to make the game and world better for future generations, and passions off the court....

It's her fifth year in the league and Megan Gustafson is having a breakout season with the Phoenix Mercury. The Iowa women's basketball legend shares that understanding her role on the team has been incredibly important to her success. She shares how experiences in her small hometown, Iowa, and five years in the league have shaped the player and person she is. We talk about her passions off the co...

Alyssa Thomas has been busy this season setting records for both the league and Connecticut Sun franchise, earning her way to the top of MVP contender list, getting engaged, and fighting to bring home the WNBA title to Uncasville. The Sun star has spent her entire career in CT chasing the title and this could be the year. We talk about her record-setting mindset and the team's focus as the enter t...

Let's Talk WNBA: It's Playoff Season, baby! What's going on in the WNBA this week? Let's talk about it: Playoffs are here -- who is seeded where? Post-season game structure What to look for with each match-up Follow along with all On Her Mark content with Hannah on social: @_hannah.donnelly ------- NBC SPORTS BOSTON: @nbcsboston NBC10 BOSTON: @nbc10boston WATCH episodes: NBC Sports Boston Youtube:...

Let's Talk WNBA: HOF, Records & Expansion What's going on in the WNBA this week? Let's talk about it: Playoffs -- who's in, so close & out Las Vegas @ the White House Demand for travel improvements CT Sun vs. NY Liberty rematch this Friday Follow along with all On Her Mark content with Hannah on social: @_hannah.donnelly ------- NBC SPORTS BOSTON: @nbcsboston NBC10 BOSTON: @nbc10boston WATCH episo...

What's going on in the WNBA this week? Let's talk about it: Legend Becky Hammon is in Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Stewie Sets Record (!!) Potential Expansion to Denver..?! Paige Bueckers is BACK, baby! Follow along with all On Her Mark content with Hannah on social: @_hannah.donnelly ------- NBC SPORTS BOSTON: @nbcsboston NBC10 BOSTON: @nbc10boston WATCH episodes: NBC Sports Boston Y...

What's going on in the WNBA this week? Let's talk about it: Milestone partnership between Dallas Wings & Dallas Mavericks DT 10k (!!!) New York Liberty SHOW OUT in Sunday's super team face-off Skylar Diggins-Smith is not crazy about maternity leave treatment from Mercury Follow along with all On Her Mark content with Hannah on social: @_hannah.donnelly ------- NBC SPORTS BOSTON: @nbcsboston NBC10...