The GIST
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The GIST is a female-founded sports media newsletter that delivers quick, witty and inclusive coverage of major sports stories, tailored especially for underserved audiences. It lands in subscribers’ inboxes several times a week with highlights, context and commentary so readers can keep up with the sports world in minutes.
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