| | Dot Richardson Biography Click image to enlarge Surgeon in the Infield
Dot Richardson, M.D., would not let prejudices against women stand in her way. She became an Olympic gold-medal shortstop in an era when people said, “Girls don’t play baseball.” When few women held the title “Doctor,” Dot became an orthopedic surgeon. Today she leads a thriving fitness and health center business and is one of only a handful of women holding top positions in corporate America. When Dot set her sights on a goal, she would Go For It!
The book is for an 8 year and up reader. It is 140 pages with color photos. NEW Activity Pack with 6 fun and educational activities! A portion of all sales of the Dot Richardson biography and doll set will be donated to support the mission of the Dot Richardson Softball Association, an instructional non-profit organization created by Dr. Dot Richardson. |  We were one of the finalists for The Billie Awards from the Women's Sports Foundation in the category of Breakthrough and Innovation! Thanks for your support!
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In this book, Dot tells in her own words what it was like to be denied the chance to play and how she dealt with that rejection. Listen to her suggestions for “being yourself,” for “finding your passion,” for “following your dream.”