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O God Of Players: The Story Of The Immaculata Mighty Macs (Religion And American Culture),Used
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Between 1972 And 1974, The Mighty Macs Of Immaculata Collegea Small Catholic Women'S School Outside Philadelphiamade History By Winning The First Three Women'S National College Basketball Championships Ever Played. A True Cinderella Team, This Unlikely Fifteenthseeded Squad Triumphed Against Enormous Odds And Four Powerhouse State Teams To Secure The Championship Title And Capture The Imaginations Of Fans And Sportswriters Across The Country. But While They Were Making A Significant Contribution To Legitimizing Women'S Sports In America, The Mighty Macs Were Also Challenging The Traditional Roles And Obligations That Circumscribed Their Catholic Schoolgirl Lives. In This Vivid Account Of Immaculata Basketball, Julie Byrne Goes Beyond The Fame To Explore These Young Women'S Unusual Lives, Their Rare Opportunities And Pleasures, Their Religious Culture, And The Broader Ideas Of Womanhood They Inspired And Helped Redefine.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'O God of Players'? A: The main theme of 'O God of Players' is the significant impact of the Mighty Macs basketball team on women's sports and how they challenged traditional roles within their Catholic school environment.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'O God of Players' is Julie Byrne.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 312 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'O God of Players'? A: The book was published on October 15, 2003.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'O God of Players' in new condition? A: Yes, the book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the 'State & Local' category.
- Q: What historical events does the book cover? A: The book covers the history of the Mighty Macs winning the first three women's national college basketball championships between 1972 and 1974.
- Q: Does the book include insights into the players' lives? A: Yes, the book explores the unusual lives of the players, their opportunities, and the challenges they faced.
- Q: What makes 'O God of Players' a significant read? A: The book is significant as it highlights the contributions of the Mighty Macs to women's sports and addresses broader themes of womanhood and cultural change.