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GEISH 86 – Gabby Douglas And Dick, Kerr’s Ladies
Category: Sports & Recreation
Duration: 01:09:02
Publish Date: 2014-11-02 15:23:46
Description:

Shane looks back at the performance of Gabby Douglas during the gymnastics at London 2012. She was the first American gymnast ever to win both the team and individual all-around gold at the same Olympics, Given the nature of her story, the issues of race are also discussed.

Jonathan, realising he hasn't marked the 100th anniversary the start of First World War, looks back at the rise of Women's football during the war. The focus of the story is on the Dick, Kerr's Ladies but also explains the downfall of the game after the war was over. (Hint - the men effectively banned it)

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