“I think playing sports is important for boys and girls, but particularly for young girls. We have all these gender norms, and girls aren’t taught the same lessons. You know, boys are leaders and spunky; girls are bossy and annoying. Girls aren’t taught to compete or be competitive, nor are they praised for excelling. Girls need to be taught that they can be really, really great at something. You learn that in athletics.” -Amanda Hsiung 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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