Archive · 26 Jun 2025

Pickleball Star Anna Leigh Waters Speaks on Period Stigma in Sports

Pickleball Star Anna Leigh Waters Speaks on Period Stigma in Sports

Anna Leigh Waters, a famous pickleball player, is talking about periods and sports.

She wants girls to know that getting their period shouldn't stop them from playing sports or trying their best.

Waters says she competes well even on her period and has partnered with a company to help other women stay active.

A study showed many girls lose interest in sports after their periods start.

Waters believes talking openly about periods helps everyone do their best in sports.

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