Sexism has been a hot topic in sports for a long time. Recently, we as a society have been making leaps and bounds in that department. Women are playing just as hard as the men, with the blood, sweat, and tears to prove it. In fact, the line between men and women coaches in professional sports is becoming blurry in Northern Ireland, where some believe it won't be too long before a woman is appointed Premier League manager. In an article by Chicago Tribute, Former Northern Ireland manager Lawrie Sanchez states, "Whether (it is) because she's the best person out there or because of the commercial aspect that comes with it, the reason will be that it is the best situation for the club." This is obviously a huge deal. It's like women's fight for equality didn't end with the Civil Right's Act. We are proving to be a strong sex. The Football Association appointed Heather Rabbatts its director last year and she also urged change in the sport. She says, "Now can we get some diversity around what happens in football (American soccer) which particularly includes and represents women."
I think this is great. Having been a soccer, baseball, and basketball player, I have been through sexism a lot in the sports I love. However, by people world-round taking small steps like these, we are becoming so close to not having to face gender discrimination every time we step onto that field/court.
Have you experienced any sexism in sports?
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