If you didn’t watch the Women’s World Cup final last month, you missed out on more than a great match. Andrew Ladd reviews three books that explain how soccer can save society.
The USWNT: When Reality & Narratives Trump Contemporary Fiction
July 18, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Unable to cope with the role of the favorite, the USWNT’s magic final ran out against Japan.
Women Lose, but Win Boys’ Hearts
July 17, 2011 by Leave a Comment
This soccer team was able to combine finesse, strength, amazing grit, and beauty into a superstar package that caught the attention of young men across the country.
The 10 at 10
July 14, 2011 by 2 Comments
North Dakota has never been a state, Marcus Bachmann is terrible, and there are a lot of bad baseball players.
Should We Be Rooting for the French Women Today?
July 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
After all, they do have to put up with Dominique Strauss-Kahn.
Even a Sports Sexist Can Enjoy Abby Wambach’s Goal
July 12, 2011 by 10 Comments
Abby Wambach’s goal against Brazil was a great sports moment, period.
The Dutiful Game: Me, My Daughter, and Sports
July 6, 2011 by 1 Comment
Steve Himmer wonders how to keep his daughter from feeling excluded when it comes to sports.
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