This article shares a personal experience of a visit to Louisville, Kentucky, highlighting the city's charm, vibrant culture, and delicious bourbon. The author also attends a USWNT soccer match, emphasizing the growing popularity and recognition of women's soccer.
This year saw mainstream recognition finally being given to women athletes, their influence, and power. However, one sport that still seems to be overlooked when it comes to acknowledging the women dominating the field is soccer. That's why when the USWNT played Argentina a few weeks ago, I was eager to attend. The highly anticipated game, played in front of a sold-out crowd, marked the first time in 20 years the USWNT returned to Louisville .
It was an exhilarating event that united fans — and whiskey lovers — in the birthplace of bourbon. I didn't know much about bourbon or women's soccer before the trip, just that I was pretty sure I loved them both, so I couldn't wait to delve into the intricacies of what makes each so great — and to explore a city I’d never been to. For our series, we visit various places around the world and let you know if they are safe, welcoming, and fun spaces to visit, and just share our experiences in different spots. Louisville, Kentucky may not be the next city on your bucket list and for Black women, you may be wary that, politically, it according to the Fairness Campaign. I know I only got a small glimpse, but when I was walking the streets of Louisville, meeting locals and hanging out at the city’s coolest spots, it felt like a place anyone would be lucky to call home. Everyone was so charming and welcomed us with open arms. From incredible food to smooth whiskey and a match to remember, here’s how I spent my time in Louisville, Kentucky and became a women’s soccer superfan. At the 21c Museum Hotel, a boutique hotel just outside downtown Louisville, I was impressed by its bright colors and whimsical vibe. It was named one of the best swanky hotels. “Nestled in the heart of buzzy NuLu, this new build, opened in May 2023, is the first Kentucky property by Austin-based hospitality group Bunkhouse.
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