Jeannie Morris

American sports journalist and author Jeannie Morris was a great, empowering woman. One might even say that she defied several odds throughout her life and career. For starters, Jeannie became the first American woman to cover sports areas that men had exclusively reported during the time. However, despite her exceptional performance as a journalist, professionals refused to give her the credit she deserved solely because of her gender.

Fortunately, as time went on and as her perseverance endured, people started recognizing her extraordinary contributions. From putting her works in the women’s section, they moved it to the sports section, where it truly belonged. It might not seem like a big deal, but her progress marked a significant win for women in the sports journalism industry. We can genuinely say that Jeannie’s efforts and contributions paved the way for many women in the industry today, and for that, we will forever remember her.