Athletic administration: Girls can play too

There is a misconception that girls are not interested in sports. The truth is, nearly half of the fans in the major leagues in the US are women and the number of female athletes continues to grow. Men currently dominate administrative roles in sports but women are gaining momentum as leaders in the field. Intrepid pioneers are changing perceptions and setting the stage for even greater female representation at the top of athletic programmes.

The infographic below, created by Ohio University’s Online Masters in Athletic Administration programme, takes a closer look.

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