Sports Queens named TIME’S Women of the Year

Women’s History Month is upon us, and TIME Magazine is popping the champagne early to commence the celebrations. The Annual list naming the publication’s Women of the Year has been released. Among those named, a standout category highlights women in sports. Both Olympians, fresh off the heels of their massive success during the 2024 games, WNBA star A’ja Wilson & artistic Gymnast Jordan Chiles shine together on the issue cover.

Sports Queens Jordan Chiles x A’ja Wilson

TIME Magazine’s 2025 Women of the Year

Serving up confidence, style and tons of Black Girl Glitter, the joint cover tells a story. It’s giving Greatness is possible, dreams are valid, and women are powerful. Perserverance through a season when females in sports were not included turned that page. It’s a new chapter, and these ladies ARE the influence.

The issue recognizes their achievements that include incredible performances at the 2024 Olympics and history making moments throughout the ladies’ career journeys. Chiles won gold in the gymnastics team event in Paris, and Wilson became the first WNBA player to score 1,000 points in a single season. She’s also the first Black WNBA player to have a signature shoe since 2010.

With every success journey comes its hurdles. The article also dives into the challenges and adversity the two faced along the way and what’s next for the sports Queens. Featuring 12 other women in varied fields, the issue includes highlights individual covers of women leading in sports.

Via Time.com: ‘Wilson and Chiles spoke to TIME about the evolution of women’s sports, the pressures they face in the spotlight, and their future plans.’

Be sure to check out the full article. Congratulations ladies, keep winning!