muslim women athletes

The International Basketball Federation has officially decided to allow athletes to wear traditional religious headwear during games. The policy reversal, which permits athletes to compete in a hijab, turban or yarmulke, for example, is a step in the right direction for inclusion in sports.

Ruqsana Begum is a British boxing champion who wants to encourage other young Muslim girls to get fit and strong.

"If you really love something, you're going to find a way to do it."