The popularity of women's sports has led to a surge in dedicated bars celebrating these teams, like Portland's Sports Bra and Seattle's Rough and Tumble. New York is set to welcome two new venues, Athena Keke's and Wilka's Sports Bar, devoted to women's sports this year. Co-founders Claudia Capriles and Alexandra Murray were inspired to create a space for fans to watch these games after struggling to find a suitable venue for the Women's World Cup. Their bar will also serve as a community hub, highlighting the increasing importance of women's sports and the socio-political issues surrounding them.
Athena Keke's will serve as both a community hub and a dedicated space for watching women's sports. The effort reflects a growing demand for visibility in women’s athletics.
The co-founders, Claudia and Alexandra, aim to create an environment where women's sports are celebrated, noting their own challenges in finding dedicated spaces for such events.
Claudia Capriles reflects on the struggles of finding a venue for women's sports viewings, indicating the gap Athena Keke's seeks to fill.
They emphasize the political nature of sports and the importance of addressing issues like equality through their bar's mission.
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