Breaking Barriers: The Case for Women Coaching in Men’s Professional Sports
one domain remains firmly entrenched in outdated norms
📸 Alyssa Nakken, MLB's 1st full-time female coach
The world of sports is evolving, but one domain remains firmly entrenched in outdated norms: men’s professional sports. For women striving to enter this field, the barriers are real and pervasive. Yet, the future of coaching—and the advancement of sports as a whole—depends on dismantling these barriers and creating intentional pathways for women.
The Barriers Women Face
Despite increased visibility of women in leadership roles across various industries, coaching in male-dominated sports lags significantly behind. Here are three major hurdles:
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