emergence of elite female footballers Flashcards
1
Q
what socia-cultural factors have led to increased opportunities for women
A
- equal opportunities - Sex Discrimination Act passed, War effort also broke down myths and stereotypes
- increased media coverage - BT Sport provides live coverage of Women’s Super League (WSL), womens football in FIFA 16
- more female role models
- more provision in schools - PE programmes
- increased encouragement by FA
- more clubs forming
- more funding - increased participation
- more free time
2
Q
who was the first female to officiate in the Football League and Premier League
A
as assistant referee, Wendy Toms
