Because women and girls deserve equal access to sports and sports education.
Because women are physically , mentally and emotionally capable to compete in athletics, just like men.
Because girls deserve to learn they truly can do anything a man does.
Because athletics promote health and enhance learning.
Because athletics provide confidence- women and girls deserve access to confidence building activities.
Because women and girls can make friendships or connections to lead them to successful career paths.
Because college and high school scholarships should be equally available to girls and boys.
Because taking interest in things other than what society deems "girly" is necessary for gender equity.
Because women and girls deserve money for college .
Because equality in sports , at least the inklings of it, lead to great social gender equity.
Because sports and athletics are fun and exciting.
Because gender norms and stereotypes can be dispelled when more girls and women become involved in traditionally male activities.
Because even those who don't excel physically at athletics (me!) , can learn an appreciation and love for sports .
Because Title IX is a major crack in the glass ceiling.
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