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March is Women’s History Month and there is no better way to honor female
athletes than by nominating them for one of the Women’s Sports Foundation’s 2010 award programs.

Current open nominations include:

Sportswoman of the Year Award. Every year, the Women’s Sports Foundation recognizes an individual and team Sportswoman whose performances over a 12-month time span have been exceptional. Criteria is based on new records and world championships won.Sportswoman of the Year. Nominations due 6/30/2010

Billie Jean King Contribution Award is presented to an individual or group who has made significant contributions to the development and advancement of women’s sports in general and to the Women’s Sports Foundation specifically and/or who has, through personal achievements or influence, inspired girls and women to become more responsible in their own health through sport, fitness or physical activity.

The award is earned by the demonstration of a continuing, lasting commitment and dedication to the growth of sports, fitness and physical activity for women and girls.  Nominations due 4/30/2010.

Wilma Rudolph Courage Award is presented to a female athlete who exhibits extraordinary courage in her athletic performance, demonstrates the ability to overcome adversity, makes significant contributions to sports and serves as an inspiration and role model to those who face challenges, overcomes them and strives for success at all levels. This award was first given in 1996 to Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Nominations due 4/30/2010.

Visit WomensSportsFoundation.org to nominate your favorites today!

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