The 11th annual ESPYS' Sports Humanitarian Awards honored individuals and groups using sports to positively influence society. Kevin Martinez emphasized recognizing not just athletic achievements, but also broader community impacts. Bob Iger highlighted the importance of athletes in effecting change. The L.A. Kings and Clippers were nominated for their community relief efforts following wildfires. Michele Kang received the Sports Philanthropist of the Year Award for her commitment to women's sports, pledging substantial funding to support their advancement and Olympic goals.
As part of the ESPYS we put together a program that celebrated people on the field, field of play and what they did, and we realized there was so much more.
It's remarkable what these athletes do, and I think about it in terms of our Angel City players - how much time they spend in the community, how much time they spend doing stuff for other folks that means so much to them.
Women's sports have been sort of forgotten. It's the best kept secret for a long time. There's certainly a lot of talent, but the investment has not kept up.
As Bob Iger stated, "It's really important. Athletes make a difference."
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