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Linda
Linda Herron | Founder & CEO
Linda Herron is the Founder and CEO of Women Sports USA®, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the history of women's sports, celebrating athletes and trailblazers, and inspiring future generations through storytelling, education, and community.
A former NCAA Division I field hockey athlete and team captain at the University of Rhode Island, Linda understands firsthand the impact sports can have on confidence, leadership, teamwork, and opportunity.
With more than 40 years of leadership experience as a finance executive, entrepreneur, author, and advocate, Linda created Women Sports USA® to ensure the stories of women athletes, coaches, and trailblazers are recognized, celebrated, and never forgotten.
Linda is also the award-winning author of the Twins Mac & Madi children's book series, which encourages teamwork, confidence, resilience, and a love of sports through engaging stories for young readers.
Her vision is simple: every girl should know the women who came before her, every athlete's story deserves to be preserved, and every generation should have the opportunity to dream bigger because of those who paved the way.
Honoring the Past. Empowering the Future.
"Every story matters." — Linda Herron
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Carol
Carol Spaziano |
Chairman of the Board
Carol Spaziano is a lifelong educator, coach, and advocate for girls and women in sports. A former collegiate basketball player at Rhode Island College, Carol built her career in Physical and Health Education while empowering generations of students through athletics, leadership, and mentorship.
Throughout her career, Carol served as a Dean of Students, Cooperating Teacher at Rhode Island College, and coach of basketball, softball, and Special Olympics programs. Her dedication to inclusive athletics and student growth helped expand opportunities for young athletes during the early years of women’s sports progress following Title IX.
Carol’s passion for education, teamwork, and empowering the next generation continues to leave a lasting impact on her community and the legacy of women’s athletics.
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