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4/14/2008: More groundbreaking research from the University of Minnesota on girls and sports

After creating the "Bible" for women's exercise a decade ago, researchers at the University of Minnesota Tucker Center have released an updated report outlining the latest findings about the current state of girls, sports and physical activity.

The following audio clips are available for all media use:

Professor Mary Jo Kane, director of the U of M Tucker Center:

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1. Intro (0:00)
2. Benefits (0:12)
3. Prioritize women's sports and physical activity (0:27)
4. Acting on the results (0:56)
5. Sports allow girls to reach their fullest (1:20)

Nicole LaVoi, associate director of the U of M Tucker Center:

Download full sound bites package MP3 (1:09)

1. Intro (0:00)
2. What girls have to gain (0:07)
3. Benefits (0:22)
4. Stigma of girls and sports (0:39)

 

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