Crashing the Old Boys' Network

The Tragedies and Triumphs of Girls and Women in Sports

Autori

• David Salter

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Pagine

180pagine

Tempo di lettura

7ore

• Enciclopedie
• Sport

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Focusing on the debate surrounding Title IX, this book delves into its implications for girls and women in athletics, revealing both support and opposition from notable figures like Billie Jean King and Pat Summitt. It explores the historical context and ongoing controversies at various levels, highlighting that the impact of Title IX extends beyond intercollegiate sports to high school athletes and women in professional sports and media. The book emphasizes the pervasive nature of gender discrimination in athletics, even where federal protections are lacking.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1996

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