I found an article that interested me with information regarding a WNBA that gave up playing basketball. The player was Elsa Hosk a 23 year old Swedish native that wanted to become a model during her teenager moments. Her dream to model was placed on hold due to the decision to finish high school as a high priority and be a female ball player. Elsa continue to play basketball professional, but wanted to fulfill her dream as a model.
The article caught my attention due to the headline and unusual act for a woman to do regarding sports. I understand that women have rights to choice whatever path they want to live their lives; but the story clearly ties into the stereotype on women. The norm constructs the idea that women are soft like flowers and should not interact in physical activities. I don’t believe that it is wrong for Elsa Hosk to quit basketball and become a model. The action is just unusual for a athlete to do and are view as muscular figures.
The women in sports course discuss the issue with the media and how women are portrayed. This particular article would have been a great topic for the class to interact. The body type image is important on young girls that want to be athletes and the case with Elsa Hosk will not affect the youth. I believe that her choice will remind young girls that they have the choice to become whatever they want and be successful in that career.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2068350/Elsa-Hosk-From-pro-basketball-player-Victorias-Secret-model.html
Tatiana S.kin 338I.S6Fall2011 t-th9:30
The article caught my attention due to the headline and unusual act for a woman to do regarding sports. I understand that women have rights to choice whatever path they want to live their lives; but the story clearly ties into the stereotype on women. The norm constructs the idea that women are soft like flowers and should not interact in physical activities. I don’t believe that it is wrong for Elsa Hosk to quit basketball and become a model. The action is just unusual for a athlete to do and are view as muscular figures.
The women in sports course discuss the issue with the media and how women are portrayed. This particular article would have been a great topic for the class to interact. The body type image is important on young girls that want to be athletes and the case with Elsa Hosk will not affect the youth. I believe that her choice will remind young girls that they have the choice to become whatever they want and be successful in that career.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2068350/Elsa-Hosk-From-pro-basketball-player-Victorias-Secret-model.html
Tatiana S.kin 338I.S6Fall2011 t-th9:30
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