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Topic: Mind - November 12 2026
Unequal Pay. Unseen Costs.

Pay disparities in women’s sports aren’t just about the money. They’re about mental health, motivation, and long-term career sustainability. VIS Mentor Madison Fulford and VIS Expert and sport psychologist Ashley Zapata, PsyD, share how financial inequity affects everything from self-worth to performance—and what athletes can do to protect their mental well-being in the fight for recognition.

By Ava Ketterman

VIS Creator

& Ashley Zapata, PSYD

VIS Expert

Topic: Mind

November 12 2026

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Women and girls in sports put in the same hard work as men and boys in sports. But we don’t receive the financial rewards.  This inequality can lead to burnout, increased anxiety, and a decline in overall mental well-being. It’s important to remember that our external compensation does not define our internal self-worth.  Maintaining a strong sense of self-worth and mental well-being is crucial for athletes. But pay disparities in women’s sports make it difficult for women at...
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