Decades ago, sports were a man's arena. But nowadays, it's a different game–so to speak. Meet the women in contemporary sports and learn about how they've triumphed in a man's world and overcame adversity. Read of how Serena and Venus Williams left the poverty–stricken, bullet–ridden neighborhoods of Compton for a new path in Palm Beach that would lead them to many Wimbledon victories. Share in the story of Chris Evert–known in tennis circles as the best player ever in the field–but who would find her inspiration in guiding other girls. And then there's Nadia Comaneci, the little girl who escaped oppression in Bulgaria to become one of the world's highest–ranked gymnasts. These are just a sampling of what's in store in How to Be Like Women Athletes of Influence. Equally inspiring are the stories of Michelle Akers, Bonnie Blair, Babe Didrikson, Teresa Edwards, Janet Evans, Lisa Fernandez, and many more!
