feminist sports studies

Feminist sports studies is an academic field that examines how sports intersect with gender, focusing on issues like equality, stereotypes, and power dynamics affecting women and marginalized groups. It critiques how sports often reinforce gender roles and discrimination, advocating for fair representation and inclusive practices. The field analyzes media coverage, policies, and cultural perceptions to challenge inequalities and promote social change within sports contexts. Overall, it seeks to understand and improve the ways sports can be more equitable and reflective of diverse gender identities and experiences.