"The basketball court, however, became my refuge. As an athlete, I created a sliver of space for myself to exist as I truly wanted. My masculinity morphed into athletic performance, ghettoizing a portion of my soul to the baggy shorts I gently sagged, cut-off tees, and cocksure court swagger. I was Peter Pan and masculinity my shadow, and the only time I could sew myself together was when my shoes burned over hardwood." -Katie Barnes Leave a Reply. |
AuthorHi, I'm Jenna and I'm a sports fan! I've been avidly watching sports since 2011 because I found that by watching sports, I would be able to communicate with my dad and brother better. Ever since I got into sports, I've been able to enjoy myself more when I go to sporting events with my family. Archives
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