One of the leagues they tried to start was the Women's Basketball Association. It did not last long. Women in America played basketball up until the college level. Sports has fans of all ages. To become good at a certain sport, one must start young.
Some parents have their kids sign up for little league baseball at six, or gymnastics at three.
As they grow and continue to practice their lives will concentrate on that sport. They train all of their lives for one big shot. Today he is the most inspirational athlete in the world. After winning the Masters at Augusta this past spring, he has been considered the best golfer in the world. Some athletes are so young, they do not finish school.