Speaking Out...
Last weekend, after being fired up over Danica's success in motorsports, I felt compelled to write a letter to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. It published in Saturday's paper, and although it left out a few things that I had written, it still drives home the point about women in motorsports. I think its important that women continue to speak out and gain some attention in front of corporate america in hopes of getting some consideration for those male dominated sponsorships it takes to run at the top. -----------------------------------------------
Saturday, June 4th, 2005
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Saturday Talk Section Women in motor sports need sponsorships "It was refreshing to see Danica Patrick's success ("Heels on wheels," Page One, May 28). However, it is easy to forget that several women before her have also competed in the Indianapolis 500. The difference between Patrick and the ladies before her is that her talent is complemented by a fully funded top-caliber team. I hope Patrick's success will encourage other companies to support young ladies in motor sports."ERICA ORTIZ, Columbus
Labels: press, women in racing
Interesting story on Danica and women athletes in today's Philadelphia Inquirer. Take a look.
Bill
http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/sports/11887385.htm
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6/14/2005 8:10 AM
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