35 Female Athletes Who Changed The World

Throughout history, female athletes have faced countless challenges and obstacles. But despite the odds, they have persevered and achieved greatness. From Serena Williams to Billie Jean King, these 35 women have made an indelible mark on the world of sports and beyond. Their stories are a testament to the power of the human spirit and the indomitable strength of women.

In this book, we will explore the lives and careers of these extraordinary athletes. We will learn about their triumphs and their setbacks, their sacrifices and their rewards. We will be inspired by their courage, determination, and resilience. And we will be reminded that anything is possible when we set our minds to it.

We Got Game!: 35 Female Athletes Who Changed the World

by Aileen Weintraub

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Profiles of 35 Female Athletes Who Changed The World

1. Serena Williams: One of the greatest tennis players of all time, Serena has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles and four Olympic gold medals. She is a role model for athletes and women around the world.
2. Billie Jean King: A pioneer for women's tennis, Billie Jean King founded the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) and won 39 Grand Slam titles. She is an advocate for social justice and equality.
3. Jackie Joyner-Kersee: An Olympic track and field star, Jackie Joyner-Kersee won six Olympic medals, including three golds. She is considered one of the greatest female athletes of all time.
4. Mia Hamm: A legendary soccer player, Mia Hamm led the United States to two World Cup championships and two Olympic gold medals. She is a role model for young athletes and a advocate for women's sports.
5. Michelle Wie West: A golf prodigy, Michelle Wie West became the youngest player to qualify for the US Women's Open at age 16. She is a multiple major champion and one of the most successful female golfers of all time.
6. Abby Wambach: A two-time Olympic gold medalist, Abby Wambach is one of the most successful soccer players in US history. She is an advocate for women's soccer and LGBTQ rights.
7. Simone Biles: A gymnastics superstar, Simone Biles has won 32 Olympic and World Championship medals, including 25 golds. She is the most decorated gymnast of all time.
8. Naomi Osaka: A tennis sensation, Naomi Osaka has won four Grand Slam singles titles and is the highest-paid female athlete in the world. She is an outspoken advocate for social justice.
9. Megan Rapinoe: A two-time World Cup champion, Megan Rapinoe is one of the most visible and outspoken soccer players in the world. She is an advocate for LGBTQ rights and social justice.
10. Allyson Felix: A track and field star, Allyson Felix has won 11 Olympic medals, including seven golds. She is the most decorated female track and field athlete in US history.
11. Katie Ledecky: A swimming sensation, Katie Ledecky has won 15 Olympic and World Championship medals, including nine golds. She is the world record holder in the 400m, 800m, and 1500m freestyle.
12. Venus Williams: A tennis star, Venus Williams has won seven Grand Slam singles titles and four Olympic gold medals. She is a role model for athletes and women around the world.
13. Steffi Graf: A tennis legend, Steffi Graf won 22 Grand Slam singles titles and four Olympic gold medals. She is considered one of the greatest female tennis players of all time.
14. Margaret Court: A tennis legend, Margaret Court won 24 Grand Slam singles titles, more than any other player in history. She is a controversial figure, but her achievements on the court are undeniable.
15. Martina Navratilova: A tennis legend, Martina Navratilova won 18 Grand Slam singles titles and 38 Grand Slam women's doubles titles. She is considered one of the greatest female tennis players of all time.
16. Chris Evert: A tennis legend, Chris Evert won 18 Grand Slam singles titles and three Olympic gold medals. She is considered one of the greatest female tennis players of all time.
17. Billie Jean Moffitt: A tennis pioneer, Billie Jean Moffitt helped found the WTA and won six Grand Slam doubles titles. She is an advocate for women's tennis and social justice.
18. Althea Gibson: A tennis pioneer, Althea Gibson was the first African American to win a Grand Slam tournament. She is an inspiration to athletes and women around the world.
19. Wilma Rudolph: A track and field star, Wilma Rudolph overcame polio to win three Olympic gold medals. She is an inspiration to athletes and women around the world.
20. Babe Didrikson Zaharias: A track and field star, Babe Didrikson Zaharias won two Olympic gold medals in track and field and 10 major golf championships. She is considered one of the greatest female athletes of all time.
21. Fanny Blankers-Koen: A track and field star, Fanny Blankers-Koen won four Olympic gold medals in 1948. She is considered one of the greatest female athletes of all time.
22. Emmy Noether: A mathematician, Emmy Noether made significant contributions to abstract algebra and theoretical physics. She is considered one of the most important mathematicians of the 20th century.
23. Marie Curie: A physicist and chemist, Marie Curie conducted pioneering research on

We Got Game!: 35 Female Athletes Who Changed the World

by Aileen Weintraub

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	19282 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	151 pages

FREE