In both cases, there was a feeling among many that Black women athletes were having ​their legitimate personal choices policed ​with insensitivity by governing bodies. Berry is no stranger to the penalization and marginalization brought down on Black women athletes who decide to do things on their own terms. "There is copious evidence that Black women are thriving and being celebrated ​in track and field, that it is in fact the most accessible sport for Black women." He said that because these bodies are essentially free to govern as they wish, they aren't always held to account when their decisions can leave Black women athletes feeling sidelined. Dorsey also believes that change will only come when Black women athletes are in the room where decisions are made.

Source: CNN August 03, 2021 00:33 UTC