Univ. of New Hampshire is getting rid of its women's rowing. The official line is that it has to get rid of some sports so that it can get into compliance with Title IX. Really is that it is doing a big budget cut. I wonder if this is the first women's team to be axed becasue of Title IX.
I don't understand how Title IX can possibly be used for what seems to me to be a really cheap blow to many girls. Rowing is a somewhat expensive sport, lots of coaches, lots of equipment.
I find it rather ironic that a federal law designed to force gender equity may in fact be hurting women. I was impressed with Jenny Thompson in refusing to accept an award from the school.
I find it rather ironic that a federal law designed to force gender equity may in fact be hurting women. I was impressed with Jenny Thompson in refusing to accept an award from the school.
