Episode Synopsis "Margaret Benjamin - 1966 Iowa High School Girls State Cross Country Champion"

The first Iowa High School Girls State Cross Country meet was held in 1966, six years prior to Title IX legislation. Margaret Benjamin was the first individual champion, leading her Central Lee High School squad to the first ever team title as well. Take a listen to her great story.

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