Martina Hingis

I have decided to write a response paper to Jamie Schultz’s: “Reading the Catsuit: Serena Williams and the Production of Blackness at the 2002 U.S. Open.” I really enjoyed reading her journal and all the opinions regarding Serena William’s infamous catsuit. Although there are some negative opinions regarding Williams’ choice of outfit and the way she presents herself, but she has challenged the normative white identity in women’s tennis. She has pushed the boundaries not only in tennis, but also throughout women’s sports with her masculine physique and her extraordinary abilities on the tennis court. Serena Williams should be noticed more for her game and the achievements she has gotten throughout her career and not just because of her gender, ethnicity, or the way she chooses to present herself. Her hard-work should be recognized as a game changer in tennis and people should appreciate that. As mentioned by Shultz on page 340, “Serena and Venus Williams have attracted more black spectators than any other black professional athlete.” This just shows that the Williams sisters has helped inspire the minorities to come and watch a predominantly “white” sport. With the increase of minority population watching tennis, this helped the USTA (United States Tennis Association) seem like that they have more diversity. In reality, there are only these two sisters used as figureheads by the tennis association because of their success and accomplishments, it is an act of tokenism. But…

After persuading her parents of her innate ability, Sharapova’s prowess in the sport at such a young age convinced her parents to travel––yet again––to Moscow for a youth tennis clinic. Sharapova’s attendance at this clinic proved vital to her growth as a professional. It was at this tennis clinic that the young Siberian caught the eye of the Czech tennis superstar, Martina Navratilova. Navratilova, impressed by Sharapova’s skill, convinced the parents of the young girl to seek out the Nick…

Women can be strong and beautiful without having to be sexualized by the media. Should women show a little skin to promote a brand or themselves and their sport? Although this paper is about women and the things they go through to remain thin, I have to say that men have been sexualized as well. Sports players such as Derek Jeter, David Beckam, and Rafael Nadal have all been part of the pretty boys in sports image. With respect to Wimbleton female tennis players have been playing in small…

1999. Then in 2002 she received her first ranking of world number one. But it took a lot to get there. Serena finished porley in three event, ending she and her sisters 16 event win streak. She and her sister had to pull out of wimbleton's double event because of injury. But she came back strong winning a few events and tournaments in a row then finally beating the former world number one to win her first grand slam in 1999. After that she was ranked 4th. In just her second year on the pro tour.…

The professional athlete I chose to research is Serena Williams. Serena is an American professional tennis player who is ranked number 1 in women's singles tennis. I choose to research Serena because she has always been an important role model in my life. Ever since I have started to play tennis, I loved watching Serena on TV and going to the US Open to watch her in person. Every unique swing she does I like to recreate myself to become a better athlete like her. She has a determined and kind…

If someone were to go out and ask the general public to name one famous tennis player, almost everyone would answer Serena Williams. It is not just because she is a common household name either. However, it is because she has a natural talent that everyone recognizes. Her hard work has allowed her to achieve so many great things. Nevertheless, she had to start somewhere before she became the great player she is today. It is her determination to succeed that has made her my favorite tennis player…

Have you heard about Olga Kotelko, who became a successful, and acclaimed, track-and-field athlete, nonagenarian, at the age of 93? If not, then you'll be pleasantly surprised at the story that we are about to tell you. In fact, Olga's story ties into the debate on whether or not exercising changes the way your brain works, regardless of your age. All About Olga Kotelko Olga holds quite a few world records, plus hundreds of gold medals from masters events, which is incredibly surprising at…

If You See Something, Do Something Many generations view music as a form of entertainment only, so our society tends to overlook the messages behind the music. Some artists use music to promote their beliefs or inform their listeners about overlooked issues. Music spreads awareness about misfortunes in the world, and Martina McBride used her celebrity status to promote her own concerns about child abuse. In 2002, Martina McBride recorded a song “Concrete Angel” to spread awareness about child…

Is #13 always unlucky? Ask Martina McBride! Her new 13th studio album “Reckless” debuted #2 on the country charts, so apparently not. Upon first listen to this album I thought it was mediocre; however, when I heard it a 2nd time I decided I loved it! How can you not love anything Martina sings? Her voice can be soft and beautiful as well as loud and just as beautiful! She has been nominated 17 times for CMA's female vocalist of the year and won 4 times! Her almost 25-year career speaks for…

Anh Nguyen 1480 words 9100 St. Charles Rock Road St. Louis, MO 63114 (314) 493-6100 nguyena829@ritenourschools.org An Angel’s Wellbeing by Anh Nguyen On Sundays, mom talked about what she’ll cook for dinner and Angel played in her little swings in the middle of the park. Dad has always been taciturn and would sit on a pavilion bench talking to mom as they watched over Angel. There’s…