sports for women

Includes bibliographical references (p. 203-212) and index. Biographical information about 60 women athletes who influenced the courses of women's sports in America.

Provides an introduction to womens' track and field, reviews the history of the sport, and profiles some of the outstanding women athletes in track and field.

Provides an introduction to cheerleading, reviews the history of the activity, and discusses the trend toward competitive cheerleading since the 1990s.

Eight women discuss their work in various sports-related careers, including referee, athletic trainer, agent, writer, and nutritionist, and describe the skills and education needed.

Examines the role of sports in girls' lives, including the history of women in sports, famous women athletes, great sports for girls, and ways to get involved in athletics.

An introduction to the history, rules, fundamentals, and significant personalities of women's swimming and diving that covers techniques, strategies, competitive events, and equipment.

Photographs and text portray the joy and dedication of women participating in a variety of sports.

Analyzes how girls and women reconcile social expectations and sports demands and discusses the costs and benefits of equal opportunities for men and women in sports.

Betsy Ross traces the history of women in sports, including women working as reporters, news anchors, coaches, administrators, athletes, and team doctors, and providing tips and insights from American sports columnist Christine Brennan, NASCAR racer Kelley Earnhardt, broadcaster Ann Liguori, and others.