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BLACK WOMEN IN SPORT FOUNDATION FOUNDING MEMBERS

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Tina Sloan Green Faculty Emeritus at Temple University

Alpha Alexander Administrator at Morristown East High School

Linda S. Greene Professor at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Nikki Franke Head Fencing Coach/Professor at Temple University

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BWSF History... Who We Are: History

The Black Women in Sport Foundation was founded by Tina Sloan Green, Alpha Alexander, Nikki Franke, and Linda Greene as a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the involvement of black women and girls in all aspects of sport, including athletics, coaching and administration. BWSF is resolute in facilitating the involvement of women of color in every aspect of sport in the United States and around the world, through the “hands-on” development and management of grass roots level outreach programs.

Why the grass roots approach?

Active involvement in sport as a way of life, is a character-building endeavor proven to encourage perseverance, self-discipline and teamwork. These qualities are the cornerstones to achievement in sport and in life. All young women need to develop these attributes, and it is especially critical that young black women apply additional focus in these areas to overcome the social and even economic barriers that face them at a disproportionate rate.

With the guidance of BWSF mentors, program participants receive judgment-free guidance so they may maximize their true potential in and out of sport. BWSF is unique in its ability to address the needs and dreams of young black women and girls, and to define the best ways to guide and support them in their path to life-long achievement.

The Future

While BWSF has enjoyed over three decades of successful development of young women through our programs and outreach, there is much more to do. Women’s sports are enjoying a new popularity with the introduction of professional women’s basketball leagues, increased sponsor support for women’s athletic endeavors, and new young stars on the horizon. However, our young women in urban and rural areas still lack the financial, emotional and spiritual support necessary to rise to the level of their own brilliance.

BWSF’s future focus is to reach out to more of these young women and girls by providing soft and hard skills through sport, workshops and mentoring to help them establish a strong foundation for them to pursue their individual personal and career goals.

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Welcome to the Inaugural Issue of the BWSF Magazine! Greetings and welcome to the inaugural issue of BWSF Magazine!

It is hard to believe that 2012 will mark the 40th anniversary of the passage of Title IX, a landmark decision that in just 37 words – “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance” – opened the doors that would allow female students access to long-denied opportunities in both academics and athletics. As I look back over my own career and remember the times of accomplishment, I cannot help but also reflect on the sobering possibilities of what my career path might have been – indeed, my life – and the careers and lives of so many other women, without Title IX. Without its passage and the progressive-minded physical education teachers and coaches in my life, such as Jane Weitzenhoffer and Vonnie Gros, I might never have come to know and love lacrosse and field hockey. And it is a certainty that I would not have become the first African American head coach in women’s intercollegiate lacrosse. It’s with more than a little professional and maternal pride that a part of me smiles in the light of recognition that my own daughter, Traci Green, chose to follow my footsteps

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into the sports arena and, in blazing her own path, is both the first African American woman head coach for Harvard University and first African American coach at Harvard to win an Ivy League title. And so it is that, while there were certainly firsts achieved by women in sports before Title IX’s passage in 1972, it is its passage that helped to make it possible for numerous women of my generation and those in generations that have come after us, to make their own entries into the “book of firsts.”

While we can and should celebrate these victories, another part of my consciousness also reminds me that, although strides have been made, we are not yet close to where I hoped we would be, when nearly three decades ago three other women and I came together to establish what would become the Black Women in Sport Foundation. With not much more than our dedication and a vision to help increase the involvement of black girls and women in athletics, administration, and coaching, we wanted to expand their universes, much the same way our own had been expanded. Thirty years later, we’re gratified that over 7,500 girls, and quite a few boys, have enrolled in BWSF programs. Some of them have gone on to receive scholarships to college and then careers in various sports; a few have even become coaches. They’ve also become lawyers, doctors, singers, artists, business executives and teachers. Along the way, many of them became mentors to other young people and they are the reason the BWSF continues to press forward, celebrating milestones, and then using them to propel us to the

next level.

Get to know the BWSF, while you get to know more about the wide range of sports and other topics of interest in our online magazine. Curious about the world of fencing? There’ll be an article. Ever wonder how Venus and Serena developed their skills? Check out our tennis corner. Golf, lacrosse, field hockey, soccer, b’ball, football and more. They will all be here. Maybe you’re an aspiring athletic director, sports writer, athletic trainer or coach. It will all be in the BWSF Magazine. And, we want to hear from you – so be sure to let us know what you think you’d like to see, and what you’d like to learn.

Writer Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” This is the legacy of the BWSF. We encourage you to join us regularly as you forge your own path. Progressively, Tina Sloan Green

Traci Green photo courtesy of Harvard University

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Fashion and Sport Written by: Jasmine E. Jones

Fashion and Sport, Sport and Fashion. Can the two ever co-exist in female athletics? Is it too much to ask of our female athletes to look as good as they perform on the playing field? And does a glamorous image equate to higher ratings? WNBA star Lisa Leslie stated during an All-Star Weekend’s Legends Brunch, “You don’t have to look like a boy to play with the boys.” As one of the most recognizable faces in the WNBA, Leslie has made great efforts to embrace her more glamorous, feminine side. Not only was she a top basketball player, but she was also able to cross over into modeling, and become just as successful.

In an Essence Magazine article, she has been quoted as stating that she is bothered by how women misrepresent themselves on the court – channeling their male peers, and repelling viewers in the process. It is no secret that the WNBA has been a stepchild to the NBA, and has suffered in ticket sales and ratings. A multitude of campaigns have been tried, including player outreach and community engagement, and yet it still can’t seem to find its niche in the world of professional women sports. Is it the fashion, or lack thereof that has the WNBA stagnant?

In 2010, the National Football League (NFL) found its first real competition for Monday night football the Lingerie Football League (LFL). Not only does the LFL have one of the highest fan bases for Women’s Sports, it was picked up by cable station, MTV 2. So why the difference between the LFL and the WNBA? One word - uniforms. The women of the LFL wear a uniform that resembles underwear. It is paired

with cleats, and shoulder pads. The founder of the LFL, Mitchell Mortaza, has been quoted as saying that to be selected you have to be “athletic, confident, and beautiful.” Some local female athletes agreed that their outfits played a role in attracting supporters.

“The uniforms are the draw, but once someone watches our games they are amazed at how good we are,” said Marirose Roach of the Philadelphia Passion. “We are serious football players; we just happen to play in outfits that enhance our assets.” Although the LFL has a strong following there have been snags along the way. The fashion of the LFL has been the most controversial issue the league has faced. Sponsors have pulled out, feminist groups have protested, and players have been harassed. So is this fashion statement too much? Can there be a perfect marriage of fashion and sports?

Meet American tennis royalty Serena & Venus Williams. These racket-swinging sisters have been at the top of their sport for over a decade. As professional tennis players, they donned plain tennis outfits, and braids with beads attached to each strand. The world was captivated by the Williams sisters’ bold style of play, their aggressive grunts, and their winning attitudes. As their game evolved, so did their fashion sense. In the mid-2000s, the sisters shocked the world with their over-thetop outfits that revealed Serena’s statuesque, full-figured beauty, and Venus’s athletic, slender build. One of Venus’ most notable outfits was

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a risqué black and red lace dress. Upon the dress’ debut on national television, viewers protested on message boards, making degrading comments. But more importantly, they watched her go on to win the Open.

Serena has also been known to push the envelope on and off the court. With barely there outfits, such as the black micro mini “leather” uniform she wore during the 2010 Australian Open, or the skimpy bikinis that she likes to wear on her island adventures, the youngest sister keeps us watching. But both Serena and Venus have successfully bridged the gap between sports and fashion. They are not only the top athletes in their respective sport, but they are trendsetters as well. Bravo Ladies! Fashion is everywhere, and it is impossible to ignore. This is evident in ESPN Magazine’s use of high-fashion influenced layouts, and the popularity of Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit issue. Fashion is also why a Best Dressed Athlete award has been added to the ESPY‘s. Sports and fashion can go hand-inhand- not quite like peanut butter and jelly, but more unconventionally, like popcorn and hot sauce.

Let us know what you think by commenting on our website, (www. blackwomeninsport.org), or leaving a comment on our Facebook, www. facebook.com/BWSFandYou, or Twitter (@BWSFandYou) pages.

Jasmine Jones is a former BWSF mentor and fashion consultant.

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Spotlight: Nancy Kirby

Setting the Standard in Higher Education Written by: Nashay Day

Social worker Nancy Kirby sets the standard in the higher education sector among minority women. As one of the growing number of African American women working in leadership and administrative positions in higher education, she is committed to creating opportunities in this area for younger women. She is one of the original members of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Association of Black Women in Higher Education, whose founders included Professor Tina Sloan Green and Dean Ione Vargus of Temple University.

supporter of the Black Women in Sport Foundation. She feels that this is an important organization that provides opportunities for young girls to explore nontraditional sports and develop leadership, community service and self-esteem. Kirby enjoys reading books by African American women authors and encourages young girls to read about the lives and experiences of African American women and to interview and learn from girls and women who are making a difference in their own communities. Giving back and making a difference is important to Kirby, and she feels that no matter one's age, one always has something to contribute. The many successes of Nancy Kirby remind minority women everywhere that barriers were meant to be broken.

Nashay Day is a middle school aged student in the BWSF After-School program at Martha Washington Elementary School. Nancy Kirby is a founding member and enduring supporter of Black Women in Born in New Jersey, Kirby was raised by her mother Sport Foundation. and grandmother. She graduated from Bennett College, one of two of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prestigious colleges for African American women. While a student at Bennett, she participated in the sit-ins in Greensboro, NC for which she received an Unsung Heroes Award at the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the 1960 sit-ins. Kirby has been a social work administrator at Temple University Medical Center, the first Black tenured professor at Beaver College (now Arcadia University), and Assistant Dean and Director of Admissions at Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work from which she retired in 2010. Currently she works part-time as a consultant to the Dean as Coordinator of Alumni Connections. Kirby is a member of the National Association of Black Women in Higher Education and serves as a trustee of several foundations. She is a long time

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The Art of Soul Line Dancing Written by: Yolanda Sample

Soul line dancing is a huge phenomenon that has taken the Philadelphia region by storm! Performed to R&B, soul, oldies, hip hop, jazz and gospel music, there are thousands of soul line dancesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;some fast and some slow.

With line dancing, the movement that takes place is normally queued off in what is known as the count. Generally, one count is equal to one musical beat. Movements take place at each beat.

Some of the more main stream and well-known soul Soul line dancing exercises the body as well as the line dances include the Electric Slide, Cupid Shuffle, mind in a fun and exciting way. It promotes healthier Mississippi Mud Slide and the Cha-Cha Slide. lifestyles and also provides an opportunity for socialization. While the basics of line dancing address movements of the feet and legs, more complicated dance The basics of soul line dancing are very simple. routines will also include hand and other upper body Participants stand in either a single line or a movements. The symmetry and graceful movements succession of parallel lines, if the number of that are often a part of basic line dancing make it people and the amount of floor space require this possible for just about anyone to enjoy this form of arrangement. dancing! While the dancers move without touching one Yolanda Sample is the media arts and heath/physical another, they execute the same moves in unison. This education instructor at Performance Learning gives line dancing a strong sense of cohesiveness, Center, a BWSF partner school. even though there is no physical interaction between the participants.

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The Winning Combination, Athletics and Academics: A Peak into the Life of Alicia Woodley Written by Sam Ellison

For Alicia Wo o d l ey, currently an Associate in the Leveraged Finance Team, of the globally renowned law firm, Dewey & LeBoeuf, sports were always a priority. But that does not mean it was her only focus. After being raised in a household where sports were heavily encouraged by her father, Alex Woodley – a local track and field coach who produced several Olympic gold medalists – she experienced academic and athletic success. Woodley attended top ranked universities and ran track for several years. However, the reason for her success is because she realized that education, above all, is paramount and sports are part of a successful ongoing education that plays a role in developing broader skills. The following is paraphrased from our conversation:

Sam Ellison: You certainly have an outstanding academic resume; talk a little bit about your educational journey.

Alicia Woodley: For high school, I attended Central High and matriculated to Brown University earning my B.A. in Premed/Latin American Studies. I deferred med school to work for a couple of years and then I applied to the Wharton School at the University

of Pennsylvania and completed my M.B.A. in Entrepreneurial Studies in 2005. Next, I graduated from Harvard Law School in 2008 for my J.D. and finally I finished my M.A. in International Studies in 2010 from Penn as well. Now I work at Dewey & LeBoeuf. SE: I see you were Pre-med undergrad. What made you switch to Business and Law?

AW: Medicine can be a very tricky industry with a lot of issues regarding the practical aspects of work that weren’t always a part of the job. There are also a lot of bureaucratic issues and as I came to terms with the reality of the profession, I began to explore options. While it is an amazing profession, I realized there were other exciting opportunities. SE: I understand that your father was a very successful track and field coach and even produced a few Olympic gold medalists. What role did sports play in your teenage and college years?

AW: I grew up in a track and field family. As you mentioned, my father was a coach. I always participated in sports growing up. Once I got to Brown, I ran my first two years but I had to stop due to injuries. I did high jump, long jump, triple jump and hurdles.

focused and interested in diverse activities. I enjoyed traveling and the intellectual work. But definitely in becoming an adult, I am more aware of the ambiguities of being a professional. In school with the way the classroom is set up, there is always structure and an expected answer. And upon entering the working world, I have found that nobody really knows “all the answers” and there are not necessarily people who possess “the secrets” either. SE: As a young and ambitious Black male, I love to see my people do well for themselves! Not just for their own success, but it sparks the fire in me that I can succeed too. However, after I saw your profile on the firm’s website, I viewed about 15 pages of its attorneys and did not find one Black face. Now, I am not making any accusations, but the reality of the issue is that there are not enough Blacks in the crucial America professions – law, medicine, higher education. With that, my question for you is, what do you think about the state of Blacks in those pivotal roles in society?

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SE: Wow, quite the athlete I see. Have you changed much since your high school/college years?

AW: I don’t think I have changed too much. I was always fairly

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AW: That is a valid observation and it is certainly a work in progress. In general, across the industry, it can still be a challenge for people coming up. The barriers are much more subtle and overt feelings are less prone. But, the numbers speak for themselves; as a country, a better job needs to be done in making sure our talent is utilized. SE: Here’s a two part question: What do you think is the most important thing you have learned inside the classroom and the most important thing you have learned outside of the classroom, as far as life lessons.

AW: The most useful lesson came from interacting in alternative classrooms based less on specific facts. For instance, music class or a drama class, etc, where you are forced to think analytically, critically and strategically. I have also come to realize that there are not always solidified and concrete answers in your personal or professional life. As the nature of work changes, the ability to recall a set number of facts is becoming less and less useful. Anybody can learn to regurgitate a fact. Success is gained by navigating systems, working with different people and thinking critically. Furthermore, I have found the need to be introspective and self-critical is also important. It is so important to never be complacent and you must be able to admit that you are wrong. It is very easy to sit back and go with the flow of things without asking yourself what it is that you want and need. You need to pinpoint your own skills and characteristics and find out how you can bring them to the world. SE: Based on what I have seen as an athlete through the years, sports can be used as a crutch. Some people see

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the big picture outside of their sport and some do not. What do you think about the role of sports in the role of youth, especially Black youth, in today’s climate? AW: Currently, sports are glamorized to an unrealistic extent. What many people, especially the younger generation, do not realize is that the training and disciplining of the mind is perhaps the most valuable part of the experience. Young people look at the money and fame, when in reality, the greatest value is in the hard work, well after your knees have blown out and well after you have left the arena and all you have left is those enduring qualities. Kids lose how unrealistic making it with simply sports can be and therefore it becomes a distraction from the ability to pursue other goals. People are often blinded by the tough realities of the hard work and commitment it takes to be a successful athlete. But on a positive note, the camaraderie and experience of new things are also extremely valuable. The media portrays a seductive image that leaves many of the best aspects on the side. But there can always be benefits. There are very few people who do not benefit from playing sports. SE: Who are your favorite athletes?

AW: First of all, I would like to remind them to enjoy “that” moment; always be aware of where you are right now. You should always have a plan. Not necessarily with all the details outlined, but always have a Plan B and C. It also needs to be an ongoing conversation and an ongoing process. And you must remember that there are other skills needed to be a successful person and athlete, and so keep your options open. Athletics can be a huge process and if you are successful, you want to understand your contract and its ramifications. You must think critically about your individual needs and how they apply to the rest of your life. Sometimes practice cannot be defined by the needs of one individual, so look out for what is best for you and suits you to excel. Of course, the team and group aspect are important but everyone’s body and training needs can be different, so you must be aware of what is best for you. Sam Ellison, a junior Villanova track athlete and Journalism student interned for BWSF in the Summer of 2011. Alicia Woodley , her mother and late father were longtime supporters of BWSF.

AW: I have my favorites now but some of the greatest examples come from the past. The legends before my time, such as Jesse Owens, Wilma Rudolph or Muhammad Ali, used athletics as a platform to address social issues which is something I have always admired and respected. The athletes who continue in this tradition are also worthy of recognition and respect. SE: Last question, can you give a few words of advice to our aspiring black female athletes?

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The Dugger-Kelley Scholarship Recipient: Samaria Bailey BWSF mentor Samaria Bailey was awarded the 2011 DuggerKelley Scholarship Award, an annual recognition of a graduate student with an undergraduate athletic background.

Left to Right: Dr. IoneVargus, Samaria Bailey, Tina Sloan Green

Bailey competed for Florida A&M University’s tennis team on a full athletic scholarship. In April 2008, she graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism. Following graduation, Bailey brought her experience to BWSF, teaching tennis basics to urban youth and overseeing a beginner tennis program at Francisville Recreation Center.

BWSF felt Bailey was fully deserving of this award, which is provided in honor of Dr. Ione Vargus’ mother, the late Madeline Kountze Dugger-Kelley. Kelley, consummate athlete, was the first female to earn a letter in a sport (high jump) at Medford High School in Medford, MA. Kelley was also recognized as the 1952 Massachusetts Mother of the Year for putting six children through college, as a widow. Another one of Kelley’s major feats in life was earning a law degree, after giving birth to her sixth child, Ione Vargus. Vargus would continue her mother’s legacy by becoming the first African American dean and first female academic dean at Temple University. BWSF congratulates Samaria on this worthy recognition!

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Performance Learning Center Spotlight on Sports Stand-out There are many adjectives that can describe Desmond Sams, the 16-year old junior at Performance Learning Center and athletic sensation at West Philadelphia High School. Diverse, determined, daring, and driven are just a few that come to mind when having a conversation about the talents that this young man possesses.

“Playing professional basketball has been a goal of mine since I was a little kid. I know it will take a lot of hard work, but I am committed to doing whatever it takes to get there,” Sams said. Desmond feels that peer mentorship is also very important. Fellow basketball player Jerry Price, a junior at Penn Wood High School, in Yeadon, PA is one of Desmond’s biggest sources of encouragement.

“Jerry is not only a good friend, but we spend time working out together and he has motivated me to work hard. He is a true homie!,” he continued. Maintaining a B average at his home school, West Philadelphia High School, the Performance Learning Center is proud to have Desmond on their roll and looks to him as a role model for other students. Desmond is truly a well-rounded individual with a promising future!

The 5’10” point guard helps his team to be victorious by driving hard to the basket and showing dynamic skills in his passing ability. Desmond says the key to his success on the basketball court is due to the hard work and dedication to his daily workouts. BWSF has a partnership with the Performance Learning Center in which youth are provided with “I average about 10 points and 10 assists per game. media arts and health/physical education. My coach has showed me how to be a team player, and that is important for the overall success of our team,” said Sams. Not only is Desmond a stand-out in basketball - he’s already being scouted by many universities around the nation – but he is also a force to be reckoned with on the football field as well. Although basketball is his first love, he has also made tremendous efforts on the football field as well, where he showcases his versatility in playing running back and linebacker. While Desmond is undecided about which college or university he will attend, it is definitely on his radar. He plans to develop his athletic prowess even more, so that he can fulfill his dream of playing in the NBA.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tina Sloan Green, M.ED President/Executive Director

Cassandra Jones, Ed.D.

Jocelyn K.O'Brien, Esq.(Counsel)

Alpha Alexander, Ph.D. Vice President

Margaret Ottley, Ph.D.

Nikki Franke, Ed. D. Secretary

Marcia C. Oxley, MS (Hon) Monique A.J,.Smith

Linda S. Greene, Esq. (Leave of Absence)

Stephanie L. Franklin-Suber, Esq. (Counsel)

Ernestyne James Adams, DSW(Hon)

Lynnore Lawton Thames, Esq.

Traci Green, M.ED

Lydia F. Sims, MD, FACOG

Lucille Hester, NCC, LPC. Michael G. Horsey, CPA Treasurer

Deidre A. Downes, Esq.

Sheila Ward, Ph.D, MPH

ADVISORY BOARD

Emmett L. Gill, Jr. Ph.D

Marirose Roach Esq.

Lynsey J. Grace

Kenneth L. Shropshire, Esq.

Wendy Hilliard

Rochelle Taylor, M.S.

Phoebe A. Haddon, Esq.

Ted Stein

Vanessa Mapson

Danielle R. Wright, M.S

Nirva Milord

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