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Women’s History Month is a time to honor the achievements, resilience, and impact of women who continue to shape culture, break barriers, and redefine what’s possible across industries. Officially recognized in the United States in 1987, the month grew from a weeklong celebration into a global moment of reflection and recognition, spotlighting women across industries, communities, and generations.
At Edge, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, we don’t tell these stories for women — we create space for them to be seen, heard, and celebrated. One hundred stories above the city, a reminder of how far they’ve come, and how much further they’re going.
This Women’s History Month, we highlight a group of remarkable women who have all visited Edge, each leaving with their own moment above the city and continuing to make an impact in their respective fields.
What connects them isn’t just where they stood, but how far they’ve come.
Kristýna Kaltounková: Rising with Women’s Hockey in New
Kristýna Kaltounková’s rise in hockey was built in a sport that did not always promise women a clear professional future. She developed her game with discipline and patience, competing at Colgate University where she became the program’s all time leading goal scorer with 111 goals and finished second in total points with 233. Her dominance earned her First Team ECAC honors and made her the first Czech finalist for the Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award, recognizing the top women’s college hockey player in the United States.
Her breakthrough moment came in 2025 when she was selected first overall in the Professional Women’s Hockey League Draft, the highest draft position ever for a Czech player. That achievement was not only personal. It signaled the growing global reach of women’s hockey and the expanding recognition of international talent at the top of the sport.
Now skating with the New York Sirens and representing Czechia on the international stage, Kristýna stands as part of a new era in professional hockey. She broke through by proving that excellence leaves no room for doubt.
Lanie Gardner: Finding Her Voice and Redefining Modern Country Music
Lanie Gardner began by sharing music online, posting a cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” that quickly drew millions of views. The attention opened doors, but sustaining a career required far more than a viral moment. She signed with BBR Music Group and released her debut album, A Songwriter’s Diary, introducing audiences to original music rooted in her Appalachian upbringing and personal storytelling.
As her audience grew, so did industry recognition. She was named to CMT’s Next Women of Country Class of 2025, toured with artists including Jelly Roll and Corey Kent, and performed at major festivals such as Stagecoach. Her music also reached mainstream audiences through high profile film soundtracks.
Country music has long operated within defined expectations for women. Lanie carved her space by trusting her own voice and building momentum on her terms. Her success reflects a shift in how artists are discovered and how women define longevity in the genre.
Isabella Geraci: Breaking Barriers in USA Women’s Football
Isabella Geraci’s athletic career spans multiple sports, but football became the arena where she would help change perception. At a time when women’s flag football was still expanding globally, she committed fully to the game and earned her place on the United States national team.
In 2024, she helped lead Team USA to gold at the IFAF Women’s Flag Football World Championship in her international debut. That victory represented more than a title. It highlighted the legitimacy and competitive strength of women’s football on a global stage.
By competing at the highest level and winning on it, Isabella continues to challenge outdated ideas about who belongs in football. Her achievements are part of a broader movement that is opening doors for the next generation of athletes.
Miss Venezuela 2025: Leadership, Legacy, and Global Representation
Clara Federica Vegas Goetz entered the Miss Venezuela competition carrying both ambition and history. Crowned Miss Venezuela 2025, she became the first daughter of a former Miss Venezuela winner to claim the same title in more than seventy years. Her mother held the crown in 1990, making Clara’s victory both deeply personal and nationally symbolic.
Winning one of the world’s most recognized pageant titles required years of preparation, public engagement, and cultural advocacy. The crown positions her to represent Venezuela at Miss Universe 2026, placing her on an international stage where visibility carries influence.
Clara’s journey reflects how leadership in modern pageantry extends beyond appearance. By stepping into a legacy and reshaping it for a new generation, she demonstrates how women can honor tradition while redefining it.
Women’s History Month honors women who move industries forward not in theory, but in practice. At Edge, we are proud to have welcomed women whose journeys reflect real milestones, earned victories, and barriers broken through persistence and performance. Their stories remind us that progress is not abstract. It is built goal by goal, song by song, game by game, and generation by generation.