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Krane, Vikki; Ross, Sally R.; Barak, Katie Sullivan; Rowse, Julie L.; Lucas-Carr, Cathryn B. – Quest, 2012
In this paper we focus on the lived experiences of multidisciplinary scholars as we navigated and coalesced into a productive, interdisciplinary collaboration. We pull from our foundations in feminist methodology and provide excerpts from personal journals and reflexive group interviews to provide a behind-the-scenes account of the inner workings…
Descriptors: Cooperation, Feminism, Scholarship, Interviews
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Waldron, Jennifer J.; Krane, Vikki – Quest, 2005
The power and performance model of sport stresses a sport ethic of doing "whatever it takes" to win (Coakley, 2004). Uncritical acceptance of this model may lead to various health-compromising behaviors. Employing achievement goal theory, we examine why female athletes may adopt the power and performance approach. An ego motivational climate and a…
Descriptors: Self Concept, Athletes, Alcohol Abuse, Goal Orientation
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Krane, Vikki – Quest, 2001
Consequences of nonconformity to hegemonic femininity in sport often include sexist and heterosexist discrimination. This leads many sportswomen to emphasize feminine characteristics to avoid prejudice and discrimination. Females perceived as too feminine are sexualized and trivialized, leaving women to carefully balance athleticism with hegemonic…
Descriptors: Athletes, Athletics, Females, Femininity