Appropriate Athletic Uniform Guidelines

Athletes should be afforded maximum flexibility in the choice of uniform fabrics and styles. Selection of appropriate sport competition and practice apparel is influenced by many factors. Learn More

Baseball and Softball: Should Girls and Women Have to Choose?

Are softball and baseball the same sport? Can women compete with and against men in baseball? Read More

Girls and Boys Competing With and Against Each Other in Sports and Physical Activity Settings

(Photo by: Flickr User_wjarrettc)

When is it appropriate or necessary that females and males participate with and against each other in sports? Learn More

Do Female Athletes Prefer Male Coaches?

Learn how to educate the media, our athletes and the general public about the insidious impact of historical discrimination against women in employment as coaches. Learn More

Male Versus Female Competition in Boxing

Should men and women be able to compete against one another in boxing? Read More

Private Clubs Hosting Sports Events

Morgan Pressel hits a tee shot during the final round of the LPGA State Farm Classic at Panther Creek Country Club on June 12, 2011 in Springfield, Illinois. (Photo by: Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Athletes, professionals in sports related careers, should adopt strong non-discrimination positions with regard to the sanctioning of or participation in events and programs. Learn More

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Athlete Organizations - Player Associations and Unions

The Foundation neither advocates nor discourages the development of such organizations but does recognize the functionality of such groups. Learn more about our position on this topic.

WSF Response to “Top Ten Politicians’ Promises Gone Wrong with John Stossel”

“Top Ten Politicians’ Promises Gone Wrong” included a four minute segment on Title IX. he claimed that men’s sports programs are being cut as an “unintended consequence” of compliance with the law.

Girls' Sports in 'Non-Traditional' Seasons

Did you know that some athletic associations are regulating when girls have their sports seasons? The disadvantages that come with this practice are not just wrong, they're against the law.

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