Barbara's Reviews > A Greater Goal: The Epic Battle for Equal Pay in Women's Soccer―and Beyond―a YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Finalist

As a longtime feminist it's tempting to comfort myself about topics such as those raised in this engaging, important book by reflecting on how far we've come and how much progress has been made. But it's just as clear that we have far to go. Covering the decades of efforts by the players on the U. S. Women's National Soccer Team to be compensated equally for their play as compared to the men's team, this book is inspiring, empowering, and detailed with just enough soccer lingo and description of action on the field to keep teen soccer fans engaged. There are so many individuals who came together to reach this particular goal of equal pay--and readers will relish having their perspective on the journey as well as acknowledging the importance of working together for a common cause. The book's cover, its title, and the facts the author presents about just how unequal the pay has been over the years, not just in soccer or sports but in many other areas as well, may serve as something of a rallying cry for the next generation to keep pushing forward and standing its ground. I thoroughly enjoyed this one with its suggested readings and source notes and a firm nudge to readers not to be afraid to take up space and demand to be paid for what they're worth.