Game, Set, Match

In "Game, Set, Match," Susan Ware explores the pivotal moment in 1973 when Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs, positioning sports at the center of the gender equity debate. Through a blend of biography and historical context, Ware illustrates how King, alongside the influence of second-wave feminism and Title IX, fueled a revolution in women's sports that transformed American society. While King is celebrated as a tennis icon, this work positions her as a significant figure in the feminist movement, highlighting the lasting impact of women's increased opportunities in sports on and off the field.