So I wanna be a superstar; you got a problem with that?

Article Abstract:

Leslie was one of the top scorers for the Gold medal-winning women's USA Basketball Team at the 1996 Olympics. She is now negotiating with the two new women's professional leagues and has signed a modeling contract with the Wilhelmina Models agency. She sees no conflict between the two pursuits.

Cover Story, Interview, Women basketball players, Fashion models, Leslie, Lisa

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Big-city bugaboo: what's a nice girl like me doing in a place like this?

Article Abstract:

A female journalist who had previously spent most of her life in such rugged places as the Rocky Mountains describes how she adapted to urban life in New York, NY. She tried working out in Central Park and at health clubs, but eventually found pleasure and fitness in the sport of boxing.

Personal narratives, Column, Appreciation, New York, New York, College sports, Women athletes, Boxing

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The numbers game: this time around the success of women's pro sports boils down to one thing: money

Article Abstract:

Economics are the key to successful women's professional sports, and there are strong indications that sports run by and for women could be profitable. Attracting fans, winning media exposure and gaining corporate sponsorships are vital.

Management, Economic aspects, Behavior, Women's National Basketball Association, Women's softball, Women's sports, Women's basketball, Sports spectators

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