Three Reasons Why the PWHL Can Work In Las Vegas

The PWHL has been a resounding success for hockey fans everyone. Here's why it can work in the entertainment capital of the world.
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1. Women's Sports Work in Las Vegas

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If one wants proof that women's sports can work in Las Vegas, look no further than the back-to-back WNBA champions, the Las Vegas Aces. The Aces set numerous marks during the 2023 regular season, establishing themselves as a must-see show in Vegas.

How big have the Aces gotten? They had the highest average attendance in 2023, averaging 9,551 fans a game. They also saw the highest increase in average attendance from the previous season (66%) and had the biggest draw in a 2023 regular-season game (17,406 on September 10 against the Phoenix Mercury). The WNBA champs prove women's sports can work in Las Vegas, especially if they're successful. Speaking of success...