Women in Sports: A Reference Handbook (Contemporary World Issues)

Hanold, Maylon

ISBN 10: 144085369X / ISBN 13: 9781440853692

Published by ABC-CLIO, 2018

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Synopsis:

Providing key data, insights, and ways of thinking about women and sports, this book is an excellent resource for high school and undergraduate students as well as for sport organizations serving girls and women.
Women are participating in sports in record numbers, and thanks in part to Title IX and a growing interest in women's sports, they're breaking records and achieving remarkable success in sports in every conceivable manner. However, women still struggle for equitable treatment in a variety of sports and face different obstacles than do their male counterparts. How can these issues be solved? Are women in sports being treated fairly?

This book provides a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the state of women's participation in sports by referencing both current events and research. Additionally, it offers a breadth of information pertaining to work in sports made available to girls and women. Key aspects include a detailed history of women in sports since 1900 as well as a discussion of current issues surrounding their participation in high school and college athletics, recreational sports, physical activity, and leadership in sports organizations. In particular, the material not only recounts history and analyzes issues but also presents perspectives as to how and why sports continue to be simultaneously a means of empowerment and a conduit for the marginalization of girls and women.

About the Author: Maylon Hanold is director of the Sport Administration and Leadership master's degree program at Seattle University.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Women in Sports: A Reference Handbook (...
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Publication Date: 2018
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good