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The largest women’s tackle football league in the world, the Women's Football Alliance (WFA) provides opportunities for women to compete at the highest level while building leadership, confidence, and community.
WFA athletes balance football alongside careers, businesses, education, and family responsibilities — demonstrating that success extends far beyond game day.
Percentage of WFA players who enrolled in edX courses for personal growth and development2
Percentage of WFA players who enrolled in edX courses to explore new career plans and plan for life after football3
Percentage of Fortune 500 female executives surveyed who said they played sports in their earlier years4
"Thank you to the WFA for giving me a path to stay in sports off the field. I never saw myself in sports management and now I know there's plenty I can do in sports outside of being on the offensive line."
"I am so glad you guys did this partnership. It really helped expand some of my professional skills and helped me get a raise. I'm actually interviewing for positions this week that wouldn't have been possible without the certification I obtained."
"I needed some introductory courses to start shifting careers and starting a business. This partnership with edX and the WFA really helped me get started."
"Thank you to the WFA for giving me a path to stay in sports off the field. I never saw myself in sports management and now I know there's plenty I can do in sports outside of being on the offensive line."
"I am so glad you guys did this partnership. It really helped expand some of my professional skills and helped me get a raise. I'm actually interviewing for positions this week that wouldn't have been possible without the certification I obtained."
"I needed some introductory courses to start shifting careers and starting a business. This partnership with edX and the WFA really helped me get started."
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Each athlete’s journey is different, but one thing connects them all: a commitment to continuous growth.
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Lifelong success starts here
edX and the WFA are preparing athletes with the skills they need to build strong personal brands and maximize career opportunities — now and in the future. All WFA athletes gain unlimited access to courses in five key pathways:
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[1] 2U 2024 Outcomes Report. (2025). 2U, LLC. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
[2] edX internal data — Based on surveys sent to WFA athletes. (2026). edX. Retrieved June 17, 2026.
[3] edX internal data — Based on surveys sent to WFA athletes. (2026). edX. Retrieved June 17, 2026.
[4] Women who played sports are more likely to be business leaders. (2024). Fast Company. Retrieved June 11, 2026.
