JOURNAL ARTICLE

'Male, violent and dangerous': The gender prejudices in rugby from the perception of current and former athletes of the Brazil women's rugby 7's national team.

  • Published In: International Review for the Sociology of Sport, 2024, v. 59, n. 3. P. 361 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: de Moura, Giovanna Xavier; Pike, Elizabeth; Malagutti, João Paulo Melleiro; Starepravo, Fernando Augusto 3 of 3

Abstract

This article examines gender prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination experienced by cisgender women rugby players in Brazil, focusing on ten current or former members of the Brazil women's rugby 7's national team. The athletes reported facing stereotypes that rugby is a violent, masculine sport unsuitable for women, alongside prejudices related to their bodies and assumptions about their sexuality. Despite notable achievements by the women's team, they encounter structural discrimination manifested in unequal salaries, limited investment, and fewer opportunities compared to men's rugby. The study highlights how these experiences reflect broader societal gender inequalities and calls for further research on power and gender dynamics in women's rugby and sports more generally.

Additional Information

  • Source:International Review for the Sociology of Sport. 2024/05, Vol. 59, Issue 3, p361
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Sports and Leisure
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1012-6902
  • DOI:10.1177/10126902231204726
  • Accession Number:176930108
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