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The Billies! The media captivates our imaginations. The media shapes our perceptions of what the female athlete looks like – who she is – whether or not her power is beautiful. On Tuesday, Sharon Osbourne, Master P, Sir Elton John, Women's Sports Foundation CEO Karen Durkin (pictured), Billie Jean King and a host of champion female athletes gathered in Beverly Hills to celebrate those members of the media who are doing right by the female athlete. Read more about this blowout event that raised more than 1.2 million dollars for girl's sports. |
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 | | Who's Playing? |  | | June marked the 35th anniversary of Title IX -- the pivotal legislation credited with increasing gender equity in sports. In addition to celebrating, the Foundation is unveiling original research, entitled "Who's Playing College Sports." This study provides the most accurate and comprehensive examination of participation trends to date. Read more about the study or browse our online database to find out if your college makes the grade. |
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Billie has been one of the lights of my life - one of my teachers. Thank you Billie.


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| | Billie Jean King Int'l Women's Sports Center: Opening May 2008! |
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