I also see my mother, a teacher and a parent, whose attention and love steered me towards strong female role models. Out of the other eye, I see a beautiful future. In all likelihood, she won't play competitive basketball all her life. But an even greater chance offers that she will grow up to be a fine woman. Yes, one life is enough, but these professional athletes have the power to touch more.
Sports is just a single chapter in the women's history book, but it is an important one.
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