Female Athletes to Watch in 2013

Don't miss Gabby Douglas tonight on 106!

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Gabby Douglas - Gabby Douglas stunned the world at the 2012 Summer Olympics and stole hearts everywhere while acquiring the nickname "The Flying Squirrel" because of her abilities to fly high in competition. Tonight she's bringing her book about her journey to 106! So get ready for Gabby Douglas and Raising the Bar.Click on for four more female athletes to watch in 2013!   (Photo: Michael Regan/Getty Images)

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Skylar Higgins - Skylar Diggins is the perfect combo of beauty, brains and talent. This soon-to-be Notre Dame alum was drafted to the Tulsa Shock. She also signed with Jay-Z's Roc Nation sports management branch, so good things are sure to come! (Photo: Lance King/Getty Images)

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Tia Norfleet - Following in her father's footsteps, Tia Norfleet took on NASCAR, but it should be noted that she's the first Black female driver to join the organization. She is truly a trailblazer with a serious need for speed! (Photo: Courtesy of Nascar)

Brittney Griner - Brittney Griner stands at 6-feet, 8-inches and was this year's WNBA No. 1 draft pick to the Phoenix Mercury. She has recently signed an endorsement deal with Nike and is openly gay and proud.  (Photo: Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

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Brittney Griner - Brittney Griner stands at 6-feet, 8-inches and was this year's WNBA No. 1 draft pick to the Phoenix Mercury. She has recently signed an endorsement deal with Nike and is openly gay and proud.  (Photo: Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Kayla Alexander - Syracuse Orange center Kayla Alexander was the WNBA's No. 8 2013 draft pick and is on her way to the San Antonio Silver Stars. This is special because she's only the second player in SU's history to be drafted to the WNBA. Go, Kayla!  (Photo: CSM /Landov)

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Kayla Alexander - Syracuse Orange center Kayla Alexander was the WNBA's No. 8 2013 draft pick and is on her way to the San Antonio Silver Stars. This is special because she's only the second player in SU's history to be drafted to the WNBA. Go, Kayla! (Photo: CSM /Landov)