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Steelers Nation was out in full force on Saturday night, showing their love for the black and gold at one of the most unique events the team holds each year.

And it was ladies only, with the female fanbase showing unprecedented support for the team.

The Steelers hosted the second annual SteelHERS Social, presented by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, at Acrisure Stadium.

The event is part of the team's Women of Steel platform, which was created to celebrate, connect, develop and empower the team's female fanbase.

"This event is awesome," said tight end Pat Freiermuth, who was among the group of current players attending. "Obviously, we're trying to expand the game of football into many different regions. Girls flag football is big right now in Pennsylvania and in the country. So, you're seeing even more female support of the Steelers, and it means a lot.

"The female fans here in Pittsburgh are very knowledgeable. They definitely know what they're talking about, and it's good anytime fans can have healthy dialogue about us. It's productive and it's good. It's cool to see that Steelers fans are diverse, with plenty of female fans. It's cool to bring everyone together and talk football.

"Pittsburgh fans in general give us great support, and I love to see how much the game means to them, whether they are from Pittsburgh or all around the world. This event brought a lot of fans together and to see their support and all of the energy that they brought was amazing."

Over 800 ladies, with all ages represented, were in attendance, coming from Pittsburgh and far beyond to enjoy a night of bonding with other Steelers fans.

Brittany Rizos was there with her mother, Brenda, taking in the fun and enjoying an early Mother's Day celebration.

"I thought it would be a fun mother-daughter thing to do," said Brittany. "She is a big Steelers fan. She loves the Steelers. And it's a great thing for Mother's Day weekend. It's amazing they are doing an event for just the women."

The tradition of being a Steelers fan is something that has been passed down from generation to generation in the Rizos family, and it's something they bond over.

"We watched the games together growing up," said Brenda, wearing a T.J. Watt jersey along with her daughter. "The love for the Steelers started with my mother to me and then to her, so it's special."

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