Quote by Jackie Joyner-Kersee

Growing up in the time of Title IX - it was passed when I was 10 - I got a front-row seat to so many great moments in women's sports. Of course I didn't know it at the time.

Growing up in the time of Title IX - it was passed when I wa

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This quote reflects the personal experience of the speaker as they witnessed the impact of Title IX on women's sports during their upbringing. Title IX, a law passed when the speaker was 10, ensured gender equity in educational programs including sports. The speaker didn't fully comprehend the significance then, but now recognizes that they were privileged to witness and be part of the historic moments and progress made in women's sports due to this influential legislation.

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By Jackie Joyner-Kersee

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