When Hoad and Rosewall were at their best, and I was a youngster, they had no qualms about saying, 'Hey kid, let's go and play.' That helped me to get up the ladder.
Rod LaverRead
Women are playing [hockey] because they love it, not because they’re trying to be a woman in a man’s game.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Women play hockey out of passion rather than striving for equality in a male-dominated sport.
Cammi Granato highlights the intrinsic motivation of women in sports, suggesting that their participation in hockey stems from a genuine love for the game rather than a desire to challenge gender roles. This sentiment emphasizes that the essence of sports should be about enjoyment and skill, rather than conforming to societal expectations or norms.
Themes
HockeyWomenPassionSportsGender Equality
In practice
Example use cases
During a women's hockey event, I shared this quote to celebrate the players' love for the game.
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