why in sports men and women are seperated example the wnba and the nba.?
397576
Simply put, female athletes would not be able to compete with bigger, stronger males. Not to discredit the athletic ability of women. The sexes are built differently and men are favored in the athletic arenas requiring speed, power, and strength (though not necessarily in all sports- ultramarathons).
960881
U must be a fucking idiot!!! Why the hell will the nba disappear??  Basketball is one of the most poplar sports and there are millions of fans who watch the nba.  And ur saying the nba will disappear?  Either ur on crack or just plain stupid!!!!!
299078
I think in order to become a great female basketball player is by playing basketball with boys.\n\nThe WNBA has eligibility requirements for all prospects which require that any woman (regardless of nationality) may sign a WNBA player contract provided that she meets one of the following:\n\nIs at least 22 years old during the calendar year of the applicable season \nHas completed her intercollegiate basketball eligibility \nHas graduated from a four-year college or university \nOr has played at least two seasons for another professional basketball league \n\nThere are a few ways that teams can fill their rosters. The WNBA Draft is very important because all of the top collegiate and international players are a part of the draft list. Also, teams do have the opportunity to conduct their own local try-out camps and could sign eligible players from their camp. \n\nIn order for you to get exposure you need to send the national office and individual teams current video tape of you playing in a organized game and also your resume. The resume should include collegiate stats and awards and if you have played overseas, you should include your international stats. \n\nOur coaches evaluate players from all conferences and divisions. We consistently look at Div. I, II, III and NAIA. We also read basketball publications, newspaper articles, conference updates, watch video tapes and attend games. It is our intention to find the best players in the nation and we respect all divisions. \n\nIn order for any player to be considered for the WNBA Pre-Draft Camp, she must meet the eligibility requirements and provide the league office with current game footage and a resume. We will evaluate the player to determine whether or not she has the skills to play at the next level. \n\nEach team evaluates the player talent and decides on whom they would like to draft. Drafting players is based on team needs, athleticism, knowledge of the game and the player's ability to perform at the next level.
543443
Depends on the event. More of the artistic parts are naturally best done by women. Men in the sport have tremendous upper body strength, so parallel bars and rings for the GUYS can be SICK to watch. I would say gymnastics is the one and ONLY place that men and women can truly compete as EQUALS yet use the better advantages that each gender brings to the event.
561792
womens basketball will never be equal to the mens. the game is played sloppy, shots are missed everytime down the floor. i mean hello they made sportscenter because somebody dunked. women can play but not half as good as the men, i have yet to see a wnba game with atleast half the stands full.
869527
i know of the WNBA but its not as fun to watch!! with  the NBA the guys can dunk and do more and when you watch WNBA its all pretty much watchin 10 girls run up and down the court for 2 hours (ive seen a few games), ur right it is boring!!they dont get that agreesive and they cant make the good shots.......like dunking and making the DEEP 3 pters
441907
Are you FREAKING serious? Women cannot compete with men on an equal physical level - PERIOD. It's time to stop with all of that equality BS. Sure, women have the RIGHT to compete, but CAN they compete on an equal level? Absolutely not. Men are stronger, faster, etc. Do you actually believe the best WNBA team could beat the worst NBA team? Hell no, it would be a slaughter. They couldn't beat a COLLEGE men's team. Even among sports like sprinting or swimming or what have you, women's records are separate because they cannot beat men's times. I mean, let's get real. And the short answer to your question, if a woman COULD play to an NFL level, she would already be in the league.
440264
You're right.  I tried to watch a game once.  What a waste of time.  Of course, the NBA isn't much more entertaining, but at least you know you're watching the best.  In the WNBA, they make a big deal out of a dunk.  That should tell you about the overall caliber of play in that league.  Won't be around much longer, I shouldn't think.
1042320
I do not know...the women that play in the WNBA all look like men. The women are hideous, they should take it off b/c its taking up air time. I love watching the NBA and NCAA, i'm just a fan of basketball but I hate the WNBA!!
66773
Individual sport because you have more honor in yourself unlike winning a championship with a team. It's because it's easier to win a championship with a team like for example in basketball you can be a non-productive player and at the same time play for a very good team. All it shows is that you're in luck for being with the perfect team but it shows nothing for yourself.
681472
I have no idea, but I was upset about that. They should have all sports, olympic or not. I think it is being biased because they dont have a lot of woman's sports. For example they don't have gymnastics or cheerleading. And how can they have horse racing, darts, handball and martial arts but no softball???
430025
men has more muscle mass than women, in general...  then of cuz, there r some women better than men, but if we take the best man in the world and the best woman and play the same sport, i would think that man is better.  it's just becuz how our body is made, doesn't mean that women r not good.\n\nbut then certain sport looks nicer on women, like gymnastic.  so does that mean women r better then?  =P
756244
I was not aware that it was not included in the olympics, this is a disgrace. I know a great many female boxers that are equal or greater in skill and determination to thier male counterparts. There is no doubt in my mind that females should be allowed into the olympics for boxing. I've been training in martial arts for far too long to believe that a genetic difference is a great separation of the human race, it's all in ignorant people heads.
980754
i have no problem with women playing in MLB, as long as they can compete with the men. i don't want a girl in there just bc she's a girl, just like i don't want a guy in there just bc he's the son of some famous player. as long as they can play the game, let them in.
284586
I'm  not saying women shouldn't have equal rights and all that 1950's shite. but seriously think about how much drama that would cause with the players and the mlb personell. won't happen, it'd be bad for baseball.
309874
I guess it's because Women’s soccer in the US is more developed (like in the nordic markets in EU) compared to the half hearted attempt at getting the US mens game up to the same level\n\nFact, the US Women’s team have won their version of the world cup and the man's equiv have won diddly squat
674484
there are woman pro leagues.