Women's New Role in Sport - Part 2

No big surprise, I've found myself back on this topic again.  But this time I'm posting from a much more inspired and happier place.  I came across this article on 13 year old Mo'ne Davis, who is blowing the minds of her teammates, coaches, fans and friends alike, with her incredible performance at the little league world series of baseball. 

"Out of the nearly 9,000 players who have participated in the Little League World Series, only 18 were girls. Davis is the fourth American girl, and with Emma March of Canada also playing, this is the third time in the tournament’s 68-year history that two girls are competing at the same time.

The issue came up in the postgame news conference and will come up again: Does Davis see herself as a role model?

The answer: a refreshing yes."

Here is the link to the full article:

http://mobile.nytimes.com/2014/08/16/sports/baseball/mone-davis-dominates-at-little-league-world-series.html?referrer&_r=0 

I'm so happy that she has such a supportive environment in which to pursue her talent and her passion. As too many girls have been strong-armed out of athletics in the past.  Here's to a brighter future for women in sport.  Especially those who play with (or perhaps I should dare say even outplay) the boys.

Good luck to Mo'ne, Emma and all the other girls who are daring to challenge the status quo! Go kick some ass ladies!  I'm rooting for you.