women athletes

A collection of short stories, poems, and novel excerpts, unified by the theme of women's competitive sports, written by female athletes.

Investigates the destructive side of women's elite competition in gymnastics and figure skating, exposing such problems as eating disorders, stunted growth, and debilitating injuries. 'Concludes that abusive coaches and intense pressure from parents are often to blame.

Presents interviews with woman athletes, coaches, and sports executives about their personal and professional lives, including their goals, triumphs, disappointments, and practice habits.

Julie Pierce is angry at everyone so, when Mr. Miyagi offers to teach her karate, she thinks she will be able to teach everyone a lesson...including the Alpha Elite. Mr. Miyagi tells her she must look for a way not to fight and to respect herself first.

Tells the story of the U.S. Woman's Soccer Team, their world championships, and the five women who helped to reshaped the American sports.

Valerie knew the competition would be tough when she decided to try out for the Olympic women's basketball team, but she had not counted on having to deal with dirty tricks and lies.

Color photographs and accompanying text portray the achievements of female amateurs and professionals in sports ranging from power-lifting to motor racing.

For each of fifty sports, a timeline of women's achievements.