Basketball grows as Tim Duncan leads Wake Forest rebound surge
Tim Duncan, a senior at Wake Forest in Winston-Salem, N C, tops college rebounding and is two time Defensive Player of the Year. The piece notes basketballs accessibility, youth participation, and broader growth including two new women's pro leagues the ABL and the WNBA, with aims and season timelines.
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Title IX Drives Rising Girls Sports Participation
More girls are playing sports today as schools provide equal opportunities under Title IX, the 1972 law that required parity with boys. Many high school girls are inspired by the prospect of college scholarships through athletic participation.
Bouncing From City to City and NBA Roots
The National Basketball Association marks its 50th season with an interview of Joe Dumars. The Pistons star, 1985 draft pick, has over 10,000 career points and is known for charity work with Detroit Children’s Hospital. He travels 7–8 months a year, playing at least 82 games, often in transit between cities. Dumars grew up in Shreveport, Louisiana, and emphasizes putting effort into life, school, and sports. Next week honors Jackie Robinson. thanks to NBA and AAU for contributions.
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