Japan

U.S.-Japan Gold Medal Game Proves Softball Deserves Olympic Sport Status

“Obviously we’ve shown that globally it’s a competitive sport,” Osterman said. “There are other sports that aren’t as competitive.“

3 years ago

Kelsey Stewart homers to cap rally as Team USA heads to softball gold-medal game unbeaten at 5-0 at Olympics

Kelsey Stewart homered leading off the seventh inning, capping a late rally that gave the United States a 2-1 victory…

3 years ago

Expected to Be Demure, Japan’s Girls Face Steep Hurdles to Athletic Dreams

The Tokyo Olympics offer a chance to crown a new set of heroes to inspire budding female athletes. But once…

3 years ago

Olympic chief shake-up in Tokyo casts light on wider sexism in Japanese sport

the leadership change also served as reminder of sexism and persistent claims of institutionalized harassment that tarnishes Japanese sport and…

3 years ago