The History and Process of Development of the Korean Women's Soccer : Comparison with the U.S.’s Women’s Soccer

A summary of the research:

This study found the following results through the comparative analysis of the history and development process of the Korean· U.S. women's soccer. First, the Korean women's soccer has a long history compared to U.S. soccer. However, the environmental factors such as the Korean war made the long years of gap. Second, to vitalize the women's soccer team in school, the legal and financial base are needed. School Sports Promotion Acts needs to be revised based on the Title IX in U.S. Third, in terms of professional soccer, many women's soccer players play abroad and are recognized. However, women's professional soccer players treatment is not enough compared to men's soccer. Therefore, corporate's financial support and the proper distribution of budget from the Korea football association are required.

Author: Gun-Soo Han

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