Tiffin University celebrated National Girls and Women in Sports Day on campus on Feb. 4.

National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD) is a powerful observance that celebrates the achievements of girls and women in sports while advocating for equality, inclusion, and opportunity in athletics. The day highlights how sports empower women by building confidence, leadership, teamwork, and resilience. National Girls and Women in Sports Day 2026 serves as a reminder that equal access to sports is not just about competition—it is about health, education, and social change.

National Girls and Women in Sports Day was first observed in 1987 to honor the anniversary of Title IX, the U.S. federal civil rights law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in education and athletics. The day was created to recognize the progress made in women's sports while also acknowledging the challenges that still exist. Over the years, NGWSD has evolved into a nationwide celebration supported by schools, colleges, sports organizations, and advocacy groups, all working to promote gender equity in athletics.