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USA Today’s Christine Brennan Receives Pioneer Award at NGWSD Luncheon
L to R – Christine Brennan, senior softball player Sara DeMuth, Athletic Director Michael Mominey
The Nova Southeastern University department of athletics welcomed USA Today sports columnist Christine Brennan as the guest speaker at the annual Girls and Women in Sports Day Luncheon on Wednesday, Feb. 2 in the NSU Arena at the Don Taft University Center.
Brennan served as the keynote speaker for the luncheon. She spoke to over 250 female student athletes about why it is important to keep striving for more in the world of athletics. She described the sports landscape for women 40 years ago and discussed how Title IX has changed the country. NSU director of athletics Michael Mominey honored Brennan with the Pioneer Award for her accomplishments and dedication to sports.
NSU’s softball player Sara DeMuth was presented the Flo Hyman Award, which is given to a female student-athlete who captures former volleyball great, Flo Hyman’s dignity, spirit and commitment to excellence. It honors the athlete who recognizes the far-reaching benefits of sports and who is determined to share these values with others. Major consideration is given to athletes who give time and energy so that there are greater sports opportunities for all girls and women. Complete Release