Title IX: The Role Of Gender Equality And Women In Sports

Wilma Rudolph once said, “The triumph cannot be had without the struggle.” In the 1960s Wilma Rudolph became known as one of the fastest African American track and field athletes. In fact many people referred to her as the “Jesse Owens” of women’s track and field (Litsky). It was not easy for her to get there, but she overcame many obstacles to achieve her goal of being an athlete. Wilma Glodean Rudolph was born on June 23, 1940 in Bethlehem, Tennessee and died at the age of 54 on November 12, 1994 in Brentwood Tennessee (Litsky and Naden, 9). Growing up Rudolph was a very sickly child (Litsky and Naden, 5).

I was super excited about it because of all of the hard work and countless sacrifices I had put in for nine years, but what I was not expecting was lots and lots of drama. I spend a lot of time with the girls on the team from 6AM practices to 8 hour meets so we are all very close, almost too close. My best friend on the team was also on the varsity squad, but she used to be are number two runner until a few girls passed her. As the meets started progressing, my times improved and she did not improve as much as I did; She could

Whereas, women/girls must continue after graduating from high school, because most likely they will not only have to provide for themselves, but also their families. Consequently, Joel Wendland says the outcome of this predicament is “the outcome is that boys have a negative educational experience.” So, even though boys struggle to get the attention needed in high school, in some cases a high school diploma can get them further than a

When people heard of women playing sports or running long distances they wondered if their bodies could handle the stress and if it would affect their childbearing abilities. As women’s athletics progressed through the Civil Rights Movement the became more widespread at all levels and more competitive. The Division for Girls and Women in Sports was formed to organize the ever growing sports. It was the first program for women at the intercollegiate

Getting to roll around in mud with my siblings and playing outside everyday was one of my favorite memories, however, my generation is also the first generation to grow up with technology. We were born in an era of change. All of the changes I have encountered in my 18 years of living have shaped me into the woman I am today. Since 1998, the perception of women has changed the most. Women have always had this pressure to have the “perfect” look, until our generation has been changing the way women feel forever.

Women have been part of the Olympics for 116 years, yet somehow with more than a century of experience under their belts they are still perceived as the weaker gender. Women have taken big strides in sports and athletics in the past century, becoming champions, competitors and icons. The track, field, pool or court is their place of work and with strong participation and ongoing success they are still treated as second class citizens in the world of sport. Why is gender still a defining factor in sporting opportunities, funding, television and media coverage, pay rates and recognition around the world? Women’s sport can be as equally as exciting and intense as men’s and more often than not without the unwelcomed prima donnas that men often

Around 45 million children aged 6-18 play organized sports in the United States; each dedicating their time to becoming the best in their league. This pressure to be the best comes from everyone that surrounds them; their parents, coaches, and even teammates push them to give their all. However, in recent years, there had been a heated debate about whether these sports are becoming too intense for young, developing athletes. Many argue that the competition of organized sports places way too much pressure on the shoulders of young athletes, and can be mentally and physically harmful to developing athletes. Others argue however, that sports help to teach young athletes the values of discipline and hardwork.

Women have overcome this stereotype by working more hours and therefore being able to receive promotions. Today many new gender stereotypes are taught by parents and grandparents to children. Video games are new and have a masculine stereotype. This stereotype comes from parents telling their daughters that they should not play video games since its not for their gender. Culture plays an important role in shaping gender stereotypes.

It doesn’t mean that all guys are like that, but for the most part are. School’s dress codes now and days are sexist towards females, indicating a female should hide her body for the actions of young immature boy who gets aroused easily. While school dress code might be useful in schools to teach younger generations about how to dress in the workforce for the future, but that’s not the case anymore. As the years pass by the dress codes are being strictly enforce against females. Such as in the article written by Laura Bates, “How Schools Dress Codes Shame Girls and Perpetuate Rape Culture “Girls are repeatedly told the reason they have to cover up to avoid ‘distracting’ their

Township High School District 211 has recently voted to give a transgender student full access to the girls’ locker room. The student, who was a male to female transgender meaning they were born male, but identify as female, did not feel safe in the boys’ locker room and felt like she belonged in the girls’ locker room. In the case of District 211, they are taking a step in the right direction in helping solving problems for transgender people. Many people opposed the girl’s right to be in the girls’ locker room. One person stated, “God does not make mistakes.

This act forced schools nationwide to provide equal opportunities for women in athletic programs. In the years following Title IX, female participation in sports skyrocketed(Sabino 1). Money also

First of all, some argues that the tittle IX grants equal sporting opportunities for both male and female students; however, the inequality or unfair treatment for female athletic student still exists. At every high school or college, young female athletics are still facing with the discrimination on the playing field. Women and girls just receive only 42 percent of the opportunities to play sports in high school and college even though female were half of total students.

Before Title IX was passed, women and young girls were usually excluded from any athletic opportunity that they had. Since the law was passed, women and girls have increased opportunities to participate and the rate has increased exponentially. Greater numbers of participation are shown in more elite competitions including the Olympics, World Championships, and Professional leagues, and stunning achievements have been made. However, many schools across the country still refuse to provide equal opportunities for girls to participate in sports. Attacks on Title IX often spring from misconceptions about how the law

My sister Kali, however, has excelled at sports for as long as I can remember and naturally decided to follow her own path when she entered high school. Kali cannot only be defined by her talents, but more importantly by her strong will and confidence. If life were a basketball game, Kali could drive right into the lane for a basket. No matter what the task, she gives it her all. For example, she works extremely hard to maintain her grades even during her busy schedule.

1. After watching this video I learned that the first generation college students in the late 1960s struggled so much so we could be in this excellent program so we could succeed. Nobody should ever be neglected an education like those students. We have many opportunities as the result of their actions and sacrifices because they fought so that this program could be as successful as it is. If those courageous students would have not spoken up and fight for their rights I would have not been here right now.