Dick, Kerr’s Ladies FC was the most famous and successful women’s team in history. Founded in 1917, they continued to play after the Ban. For nearly another 50 years.
I’m joined today by Gail Newsham, author of In a League of their Own: Dick, Kerr Ladies 1917-1965 and Ruth Harker, of the US Women’s National Team.
Gail’s Book is here!!!!!
and her web site with more on the Dick, Kerr Ladies http://dickkerrladies.com/
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And thanks to Bob Gerics for his song "Invention in Blue."
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