Abstract

This chapter concludes by underscoring the transformative potential of the Black Girl Hockey Club (BGHC) as a Black feminist, digital-first movement that reimagines hockey through anti-racist, inclusive, and community-driven practices. An outline theoretical contribution to critical sport and media studies, emphasizing how digital Black feminism has expanded the metrics for success in social movements beyond institutional policy reform to include shifts in cultural attitudes, public discourse, and social capital, is reviewed. The analysis offers five “wise practices” for building equitable sporting communities, ranging from cultivating intellectual humility and community care to deploying intentional digital engagement. Acknowledging ongoing tensions, including those around intersectionality and inclusion of trans and non-binary voices, the chapter calls for sustained reflection and action. Ultimately, BGHC’s model demonstrates the power of fan-led activism, grounded in Black feminist praxis, to challenge hegemonic sport cultures and inspire broader social change. The final reflection offers a candid account of the researcher’s evolving understanding of fandom, community, and the generative possibilities of sport as a site of resistance and joy.