The Rise of Women Sportscasters: A Struggle from Sideline to the Centerfield

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Article

Publication Date

2015

Abstract

While striving for success in the field, female sportscasters were constantly challenged by gender stereotypes and biases, sexism, and unfriendly working environments and conditions. We highlight how those aforementioned challenges affected female sportscasters and address the importance of fighting stereotypes, biases, and unfair treatments in order to achieve true gender equality for future female sportscasters.

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