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Aug 2021
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1: See It. Be It.

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2: Title IX Babies
The ‘96 Olympians are often referred to as “Title IX Babies.” Life of a female athlete before Title IX was radically different. We trace the fight for Olympic inclusion and beyond. We made a Spotify playlist with our favorite songs from the 90’s. Listen HERE.  Special thanks to o ... Show More
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Aug 2021
3: A Tale of Two Training Camps
The women’s USA basketball and soccer teams faced added pressure ahead of the ‘96 Olympics. The future of women’s basketball was on the line and success in Atlanta was vital. Meanwhile, the women’s soccer team was locked out of training camp in a contract dispute.  We made a Spot ... Show More
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4: The Vault
The Atlanta Olympics finally arrived. Members of the USA basketball, soccer, and softball teams take the field for the Opening Ceremonies, but the most memorable moment from the Games becomes Kerri Strug’s infamous vault. We made a Spotify playlist with our favorite songs from th ... Show More
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