Nicole Willms Knihy

The book delves into the vibrant landscape of women's basketball within Japanese American leagues in California, highlighting its role in fostering female athletic empowerment. Through interviews and observations, Nicole Willms examines the social forces and community dynamics that contribute to the development of talented players, showcasing the significance of these leagues in contemporary sports culture.

In When Women Rule the Court, Nicole Willms tells the story of women who became Asian American sport icons by tracing their beginnings in the Japanese American basketball leagues of California. Using data from interviews and observations, Willms explores the interplay of social forces and community dynamics that have shaped this unique context of female athletic empowerment.