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Turner Sports, in conjunction with Candace Parker and Scout Productions in association with Baby Hair Productions, has announced that Title IX: 37 Words That Changed America will premiere on Saturday, April 2, at 1 p.m. ET on TBS.
The feature-length documentary will chronicle and celebrate the societal and cultural impact of Title IX, anchored through the perspective of Parker – a women’s basketball icon & two-time WNBA champion and NCAA champion – from her childhood in Naperville, Illinois to her decorated championship college career at the University of Tennessee to her legendary professional career in the WNBA. The film will also feature interviews with key players in sports, business, politics and entertainment, including Billie Jean King, Peyton Manning, and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, that explore the evolution of our country in the 50 years since Title IX was enacted and the impact of ensuring equal opportunity in sports for everyone.
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Later at 2 p.m., TBS will also air a live one-hour edition of The Arena — the Sports Emmy Award-nominated storytelling franchise that celebrates and examines sports-adjacent topics that define communities and have strong connections to culture. Hosted by Cari Champion from the iconic Orpheum Theatre in New Orleans, The Arena at Final Four will include commentary from Parker, Dr. Kiki Barnes, Tyrann Mathieu and Master P exploring the impact of Title IX on sports and society, with a spotlight of the New Orleans community coming together to support Louisiana’s Hicks High School Lady Pirates and create opportunities through sports for the next generation.
“In the 50 years since its enactment, Title IX created opportunities for me and for millions of others, with the impact felt way beyond the court or the playing field,” said Parker, who is also an executive producer of the project alongside her production company Baby Hair productions and producers Scout Productions. “I am proud to be able to share that story through this film, and to continue the discussion about how we collectively can further break barriers for future generations.”
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from gender-based discrimination in education programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. The landmark legislation paved the way for women’s collegiate athletics to grow exponentially in the 1980s and 1990s and has been a key catalyst in the growing popularity of women’s basketball.
Scout Productions’ Joel Chiodi, David Collins, Michael Williams, Rob Eric, and Amy Goodman Kass have produced the film.
Title IX: 37 Words That Changed America and The Arena at Final Four are proudly supported by Adidas, AT&T and GEICO.
About Turner Sports
Turner Sports, a division of WarnerMedia, is an industry leader in the delivery of premium sports content across all platforms, widely recognized for its expansive partnerships with the NBA, Major League Baseball, the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship, the National Hockey League and, starting in 2023, the United States Soccer Federation. The Turner Sports portfolio also includes Bleacher Report, the #1 digital destination for young sports fans driving engagement and video views across all social platforms and the B/R app, with premier brands including House of Highlights, B/R Football, B/R Gridiron, B/R Kicks, B/R Betting, B/R Open Ice, B/R Walk-Off, and B/R Gaming. Turner Sports co-manages NBA Digital – comprised of NBA TV, NBA.com, NBA LEAGUE Pass, the NBA App and NBAGLEAGUE.com – as well as NCAA.com and the NCAA March Madness Live suite of products. Visit the Turner Sports online pressroom for additional press materials; follow Turner Sports on Twitter at @TurnerSportsPR.
About Candace Parker
Candace Nicole Parker is one of the most decorated female basketball players to ever put on a uniform. As the youngest of Larry and Sara Parker’s three children, Candace grew up under her two older brothers, Marcus and former NBA player Anthony, and fell in love with the game of basketball at an early age. Candace, who was the first overall pick in the 2008 WNBA Draft, is more than just a star on the court, she is an inspiration to all those around her. A two-time WNBA Champion, WNBA Finals MVP, two-time WNBA MVP, two-time Gold Medalist, and WNBA Rookie of the Year are just a few of Candace’s many accomplishments throughout her career on the court. Off the court, Candace’s list extends just as long, ranging from being a mother her daughter Lailaa, to a renowned broadcaster for Turner Sports, and inspiring role model for young women everywhere.
About Scout Productions
Scout Productions is an Emmy® and Academy Award®-winning media company committed to culturally transformative and emotionally gripping content across multiple platforms. Through their unconventional style of storytelling, Scout shines a light on unseen worlds and celebrates underrepresented communities through heartfelt entertainment.
The company’s current programming includes the wildly popular “Queer Eye” for Netflix, which has garnered nine Emmy Awards, and “Legendary,” the hit show on HBO Max highlighting modern day voguing and ballroom culture that has also been Emmy-nominated, as well as their new design competition series for HBO Max, “The Hype,” that explores the world of streetwear. Scout’s other upcoming projects include “The Quest,” a fantasy competition series for Disney+. Scout recently partnered with the LEGO Group to launch the LEGO® Queer Eye – The Fab 5 Loft set.
Scout’s past film credits include the Academy Award winning documentary FOG OF WAR, Errol Morris’ look at Robert McNamara’s role in Vietnam. Scout launched their documentary division in 2020 with “Equal,” an HBO Max series chronicling early LGBTQ heroes. In partnership with Vanity Fair, Scout is also currently producing a documentary on the Hillsong Church.
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