New from TOGETHXR—the sports media company that set the sports world on fire with their defining statement “EVERYONE WATCHES WOMEN’S SPORTS"—this inspiring collection of stories shines a light on the grit, smarts, and determination of record-setting and boundary-breaking female athletes around the world and across sports.
Play It Forward features twenty‑five inspirational stories of badass women from all corners of the sports universe, curated by TOGETHXR, a sports media companyfounded by legends Sue Bird, Alex Morgan, Simone Manuel, and Chloe Kim. From profiles of professional athletes and Olympians at the top of their game to everyday women putting in the work without a crowd, these are true tales of fierce competitors, dedicated teammates, and passionate advocates who are all too accustomed to hearing the word “no.” Each story highlights an inspiring athlete or team who is defying expectations and rebelling against inequality in big and small ways, including:
Indigenous women forming a softball team in Mexico
Older women finding friendship and purpose through competitive swimming
A woman mountain-climbing her way out of oppression in Afghanistan
WNBA players developing a voice for social justice and influencing a pivotal election
Incarcerated women playing soccer to prepare for life after release
For sports fans of all ages, Play it Forward celebrates and elevates the gutsy true stories of activists and dreamers who are changing the game, and the world of sports, for the better.
Foreword by Alex Morgan. Afterword by Sue Bird. Sources. Black-and-white photographs with full-color graphics.
Title alpha Play It Forward: How Women Are Changing Sports to Change the World
Category Sports and Recreation High
Pages Count 224
Genre Nonfiction
Topics Women athletes. Women Olympic athletes. Sex discrimination in sports. Sex discrimination against women. Courage. Leadership in women. Resilience (personality trait). Women social reformers. Sports and recreation. Essays. Popular culture. Activism.
Trim Size 9 1/2" x 7 1/2"
JLG Span Spring
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2025-03-03
JLG Release Date Jun 2025
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Sports and Recreation High (Grades 9 & Up)
Sports and Recreation High
Sports and Recreation High (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
This collection includes exciting books focused on athlete experiences, competition, and the broader culture of sports and recreation. Featuring a mix of fiction and nonfiction, selections explore sports through personal stories, real-world perspectives, and a range of activities that reflect the different ways teens engage with sports. Some selections are written for adults but are thoughtfully chosen for their relevance and appeal to teen readers.
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