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MT Athletics celebrates 50th anniversary of Title IX

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – When former President Richard Nixon signed the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 into law, it changed the landscape of athletic and academic opportunities for women nationwide.

June 23, 2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the date the bill was signed and Middle Tennessee Athletics plans to honor 50 years of comprehensive excellence in all areas of women's sports through engagement opportunities and events throughout the 2022-23 year.

"Thanks to the efforts of many pioneers, the opportunities for girls, young ladies and women were opened when Title IX was passed," Lady Raider Head Coach Rick Insell said.