sports in the 30's

In the 30’s, men dominated the courts, fields, tracks and other sports arenas, and most women did not even consider stepping foot onto them. This decade set the stage for sports and athletics to progress in the future, both in race and gender. Many great athletes remain distinguished for their efforts and achievements during this period, and continue to be admired today. The 30’s characterized itself by its prolific sports figures whose struggles and triumphs …showed first 75 words of 1343 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1343 total…March 31, 1980. His conquest will forever remain in the history of sports and Olympics. (O’Connor, 185) The 30’s displayed a rebirth of loyalty from inhabitants of toiled conditions to their country that supported them the whole way through. Discrimination, gender and not even a National Leader could stand in the way of Joe Louis, Babe Didrickson or Jesse Owens. These three outstanding athletes are role models for all, and proved that good sportsmanship can exist (Silver, 65).