This month, Phoenix will make history with the grand opening of Title 9 Sports Grill, the city’s first sports bar dedicated to celebrating women athletes. Located in the heart of the Melrose District, Title 9 Sports Grill reimagines the sports bar experience, championing inclusivity, empowerment and the spirit of Title IX — the landmark legislation that prohibits gender-based discrimination in education and athletics.
Co-founded by local business powerhouses Audrey Corley, a former college basketball coach and founder of Boycott Bar, and Kat Moore, co-founder of Short Leash Hotdogs + Taproom, Title 9 Sports Grill is built on a mission to champion women’s sports. “This isn’t just another sports bar; it’s a movement,” says Moore. “We’re creating a space where women’s sports are front and center, and everyone feels welcome.”
From wall-to-wall screens broadcasting exclusively women’s sporting events to a menu that celebrates trailblazing female athletes, every detail at Title 9 Sports Grill honors the power of women in sports. Guests can enjoy signature wings, sliders and plant-based options, with creative dishes named after iconic athletes. Even the drink menu celebrates women, featuring craft beers and spirits from woman-owned breweries and distilleries.
The atmosphere is just as inspiring. The “Trophy Room” pays homage to legendary female athletes with donated memorabilia, interactive games and nods to local sports heroes. Arizona icons and Phoenix Mercury pride shine through bold, empowering artwork, creating a space where fans feel celebrated and inspired.
Title 9 Sports Grill isn’t just a destination, it’s a movement. For die-hard fans, casual viewers and advocates for equality, alike, will find this a new home to cheer for the passion, perseverance and power of women’s sports.
Photo courtesy of Title 9 Sports Grill
