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I.M.F. Head Dominique Strauss-Kahn, Accused of Sex Crimes, to Plead “Not Guilty”
| Photo via I.M.F./Wikipedia.Dominique Strauss-Kahn: it’s a name you may not have heard before Saturday, but likely one you’ve been hearing quite a bit since. Strauss-Kahn—or “D.S.K.”, in the economical parlance of Twitter and the European press...[Read on] |
First Lady launches President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition
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First Lady Michelle Obama has put together a powerhouse group to serve on the “President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition” including Billie Jean King, Michelle Kwan, and Dominique Dawes. From the official press release comes all the detail...[Read on] |
White House Roundtable celebrates Title IX’s 37th anniversary
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Today, the Women’s Sports Foundation represents the female athletes of the United States in a celebration of the anniversary of Title IX by visiting the White House for a special roundtable discussion.
“At 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, the White Hou...[Read on] |
Black History Month – Honoring Female Athletes
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Over the years, there have been many great black athletes. This month, to celebrate Black History Month, we’d like to honor some of the women who have contributed to the soul of sports.
Pioneers
Althea Gibson was a pioneer in both amateur tennis and pr...[Read on] |
Black History Month – Honoring Female Athletes
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Over the years, there have been many great black athletes. This month, to celebrate Black History Month, we’d like to honor some of the women who have contributed to the soul of sports.
Pioneers
Althea Gibson was a pioneer in both amateur tennis and pr...[Read on] |
Secretary Clinton to Launch Women’s World Cup Initiative
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Pretty Smart! On Monday June 6, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will launch the Women’s World Cup Initiative: Empowering Women and Girls Through Sports. The event, which will be streamed live on www.state.gov. will take place 9:30 am...[Read on] |
Race Day: Three American Women in Rallye AÏcha des Gazelles
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We've told you a little about the Rallye AÏcha des Gazelles here on the Ask Patty blog before, but for those of you who are unfamiliar, it's a pretty amazing thing. Imagine a classic off-road auto rally - this one takes place in the desert of Morocco ...[Read on] |
Thinking about Lombardi on Broadway
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I have had a lot of coaches in my life. I have only recently begun to understand why they matter so much.
Or, not why they matter. Everyone knows why coaches matter – they tell you what to do, they organize teams, teach plays, make judgment calls and a...[Read on] |
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