Idaho girl creates controversy by joining boys' lacrosse team

In the case of Sara Maras in Boise, the significance of her acceptance in on the boy’s lacrosse team makes evident the changing attitude towards women athletes. First, the ability of her to be accepted by her fellow boy teammates shows that there is a changing nature towards athletes. Although there were a few dissenting individuals, the majority were capable of setting aside their differences and playing the game that they love. Second, the significant rejection received by Maras is from the adults who found issues with a women playing a man’s sport. The idea that a girl is incapable of playing with the boys and that her presence will weaken the lacrosse as a whole neglects to take into account that Baras tried out for the team. The acceptance that she received is legitimate because of her success on the field. However, the position must be earned in order for the girl to gain a legitimate position on the team
Although, I do not believe that women are capable of doing this in higher levels when it comes to full contact sports, in the adolescent phase, I do not believe that is should be restricted. I do not believe that women could endure the physical nature, only because the difference physiological differences between women and men. I do believe women are capable of competing at high levels in any sport and that their athletic prowess deserve better recognition.

Gavin Christensen
Kin 338-04