Beth Sanchez of Beth's Cakes - OKIE Magazine

There is no place for women in
football.
For years, women have heard
or experienced this mentality.
Thenotion has been reinforced by
the historical ban
of women from
competing in the
sport.The modern
lingerie league
is an exception;
but, let’s faces it,
is not the same
as the NFL on
many levels. For
decades, women
with interest in
football have
been taught the
only place they
belongis on the
sidelines wearing
a cheerleading
uniform.
Nowadays, ESPN has
female anchors, analysts and
commentators. And, there is no
question that football stadiums are
just as enthralled in the game as
the men next to them.
Although many of these
stereotypes have been demolished,
the fact remains that women still
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women to participate in football in
ways never experienced by their
gender.
Because success in fantasy
leagues is dependent on familiarity
with NFL players, researching
projections and stats and a whole
lot of luck, it virtually levels the
Okay, women are not actually
suiting up and going to battle on the
can join a fantasy league and
experience the game in more ways
than just watching a few games on
TV on Sunday afternoons.
Beth Sanchez, a Lawton
resident and player of fantasy
women who enjoy NFL football and
have never before participated in a
fantasy league.
“My biggest piece of advice is to
do your homework,” she said.
“Read stats. Keep yourself
updated on injuries and bye weeks.
You don’t want to play someone
who is benched
Keep in mind the
weather, location
of the game and
follow the personal
information that
might be available
about your players.
Did their wife just
have a baby?
Were they recently
arrested? How far
did they have to
travel to play? You
know, things that
might keep you
from your game.
They’re people, too.”
Sanchez said it’s also important
to choose the right league in which
to participate.
“I’d suggest that women and
league, Sanchez said.“A fantasy
football league that is unorganized
can be frustrating and it’s supposed
to be fun.”
Karen Maddox is a local woman
who grew up with two older
brothers. She said she’s enjoyed
professional football and followed it
nearly her entire life. This year, she
time.
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