At 17, She Proved Baseball's Biggest Doubters Wrong | Ashanthy Marcano's Story

Hear the reality of girls in sports. Ashanthy Marcano discusses the obstacles women face when competing in male dominated sports.

Episode 20 of The Slide Podcast focuses on the structural and social barriers facing female athletes today. We analyze the specific challenges girls in sports encounter while trying to compete at the highest levels, moving beyond the surface level conversations to address real systemic issues. This discussion is for athletes, coaches, and parents looking to understand the landscape of women in athletics.

Ashanthy Marcano shares unfiltered stories about her experiences, providing a clear picture of what it takes to persist in male dominated sports. By examining these experiences, we identify practical ways to promote equal opportunity and foster better environments for future generations. This conversation highlights the resilience required to navigate these spaces and offers a perspective on how we can better support gender equality in sports.

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