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Beyond Bend It Like Beckham: The Global Phenomenon of Women's SoccerThough it burst into public consciousness only with the 1999 World Cup, women's soccer has been around almost as long as its male counterpart, flourishing in England during and after World War I. From the rise of women's soccer following Title IX legislation in the early seventies to the watershed 1999 World Cup performance that turned the American team into instant celebrities, soccer is now the most popular sport for girls and women, with
Though it burst into public consciousness only with the 1999 World Cup, women's soccer has been around almost as long as its male counterpart, flourishing in England during and after World War I. From the rise of women's soccer following Title IX legislation in the early seventies to the watershed 1999 World Cup performance that turned the American team into instant celebrities, soccer is now the most popular sport for girls and women, with participation growing exponentially worldwide. Beyond "Bend It Like Beckham" presents the first in-depth global analysis of the women's game--both where it has come from and where it is headed. With commentary from key players, coaches, and administrators, Timothy F. Grainey follows the sport's reach into the unlikeliest places today, even countries where women were banned from playing soccer just a few short years ago.Though women in the United States and Canada still fight for equal treatment and funding, their situations differs markedly from the hostility, abuse, and even outright bans that some women still encounter in trying to pursue an activity they love. Through the prism of soccer, this book explores the struggle for women's rights abroad, in countries as diverse as Sweden, Russia, South Africa, Pakistan, Australia, and Iran.
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: University of Nebraska Press
Published: 05/01/2012
ISBN: 9780803234703
Pages: 279
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.80d
Review Citations: Foreword 05/31/2012
Choice 11/01/2012
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Color: Black
I recently used this bag on my cruise. It fits perfectly under the seat for a personal item. The quality is nice and the bag is spacious to back many items. The only thing I didn’t like is that I kept having to adjust the straps due to them coming loose.
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Great backpack for traveling
Color: Grey
Hold so much and is very light weight. Fabric seems to hold up well on train and airplane travel. Love the side pockets and shoe storage pocket!
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Absolutely love this bag. The strap is a little tricky to adjust but once you do it’s are perfect. The whole thing came in a duster bag with material to protect the interior and integrity of the shape. Great product.
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