Saudi football player Saja Kamal has received death threats and faced online harassment but does not like to be labeled as a feminist activist. She considers herself an ordinary girl who simply wants to play a globally recognized sport.

The article discusses the transformation of the sports scene for women in Saudi Arabia through the personal experiences of three Saudi women: Najia Al-Fadl, a fitness trainer; Batoul Baroom, a runner and commercial manager of Studio55; and Amal Baatia, a CrossFit trainer. It highlights the societal changes and government reforms that have allowed women to participate more freely in sports, including the licensing of women's gyms, the introduction of physical education in girls' schools, and the appointment of Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud as the head of the Saudi Federation for Community Sports. The article also touches on the positive reception of Nike's Pro Hijab and the overall shift towards a healthier lifestyle for Saudi women.