Jessica Coody(left), became the first woman in the prominent role that she is in right now, as Sports Nightly co-host and Husker Radio contributor.

Gender equality in the sports media field is a topic that is constantly being talked about more and more within the industry. In the past few years, various big-time sports media programs have been big strides in increasing there efforts of female representation in sports media.

Studies show, however that there is still plenty of work to be done. Jessica Coody, Allie Snow, and Lauren Michelson highlight their experiences and offer up some advice about how things can get better in the profession.