WFLA

Meet the local referee championing women in sports while climbing to the highest heights in pro soccer

Tori Penso brings her hardware to our studio! Becoming the first American to referee a FIFA Women’s World Cup Final in 2023 is just one highlight in a career that demands rigorous training and regular travel. A mother of two daughters, Penso is passionate about championing girls and women in sports and embodies what is possible with hard work and dedication.