What's The Problem-Hunter Haas

As I read this article I kept the same opposing viewpoint that I had when we discussed this topic in class. If sports were divided and organized by skill, I do not think I would be a dominant activist towards either side, however I do have opinions on where it would take sport. In my honest opinion, I would almost consider this a step backwards in the gender equity battle. If more women were allowed in Men’s sports and it was based upon skill alone, I do not think that we would see an increased roll of women in sport. In fact, I feel that this would discourage women and that we would see fewer women involved in sport.

The fact of the matter is that a dominant female athlete most likely would not compete at a high level consistently with male athletes. With this in mind, I do not think we would see the great stories of female athletes inspiring younger generations to compete and get involved. If Jennie Finch had played against males in baseball her whole career and took part in baseball on the national level, I do not think we would have seen her make a difference in the race for female empowerment or inspire female softball players around the world.

As much as I believe in gender equity and the existence of women’s sports, I tend to believe that separated sports do more good for women then combining them would. This allows for women to be given a chance to succeed at the most proper physical level, while keeping them very much involved in the scene and future of sport.