HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/06 Girls & Women Sports Day PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the history of women in sports is rich and long, but there has been little
national recognition of the significance of women's athletic
achievements; and
WHEREAS, women's athletics is one of the most effective avenues available th rough
which women in America may develop self-discipline, initiative,
confidence, and leadership skills; and
WHEREAS, the bonds built between girls and women through athletics helps to break
down the social barriers of racism and prejudice, and the communication
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and cooperation skills learned play a key role in the athlete's
contributions at home, at work, and to society; and
WHEREAS, the number of funded research projects focusing on the specific needs of
women athletes is limited and the information provided by these projects K.,:;!
is imperative to the health and performance of future women athletes;
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WHEREAS, this year's theme is "Get in the Game"
NOW THEREFORE, I, Catherine M. Golden, Mayor of the City of Ashland, do
hereby proclaim
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FEBRUARY 6, 1997
as
GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY
in the City of Ashland, and call upon all citizens to recognize the important role
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Dated this 21st day of Jan uaU, 1997.
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Barbara Christensen, City Recorder 4theri=M. Golden, Mayor
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