Biographies & Memoirs, Inspirational, Biographies, Women in Sports, Women's Studies 

Since the twenty-fifth anniversary of Title IX in 1997, women athletes have captured the public's attention more than ever. This important book celebrates the stories of courage, challenge, fear and pride of these pioneering women, from Olympic gold medal-winning figure skater Peggy Flemming to basketball powerhouse Teresa Edwards.The riveting, deeply personal experiences of the women protrayed in this book illustrate the newfound celebrated status of the female athlete.Profiles of the twenty five remarkable sportswomen get to the heart of their committment and tell stories not usually covered by sports writers. Some have demostrated acts of physical heroism, like skiier Picabo Steet, who won an Olympic gold medal despite crippling injuries. Others have struggled with moral commitment, like Julie Foudy, who refused to allow a soccer-ball manufacturer to use her name on their ball until they stopped employing underage workers at their plant in Pakistan. And all have overcome a history of discrimination, like tennis legend Billie Jean King, a crusader for women's rights who paved the way for a generation of female athletes by defeating Bobby Riggs twenty-five years ago.A unique look at the athletes who have redefined the parameters of sports for women, this book about great role models is sure to inspire readers of all ages. - from Amzon