# Game Changers: Stories of Hijabi Athletes from Around the World - Hardcover

by **Charlene Smith** (Author), **Natalya Tariq** (Illustrator), **Shireen Ahmed** (Foreword by)

**★ "Profiles 13 inspirational athletes...Written and illustrated by two hijabi, these uplifting profiles set off by cheerful illustrations are sure to spark interest. Great for readers passionate about athletics and hijabi representation."_\--Booklist, starred review_**

Meet 13 inspiring hijabi athletes who are changing the rules.

Many of these women were the first in their sport to compete while wearing the hijab. Some were up against cultural traditions that didn't allow girls to play sports. And some fought to have institutional anti-hijab rules changed so that they, and Muslim girls after them, would be able to compete.

Discover the stories of Egyptian beach volleyball player Doaa Elghobashy, UAE hockey player Fatima Al Ali, Afghani soccer player Hajar Abulfazl and Syrian-American runner Rahaf Khatib, among many others. _Game Changers_ shows the next generation of Muslim girls that they don't have to choose between following their religion and following their dreams.

The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.

### Back Jacket

**We belong here!**

Meet 13 inspiring hijabi athletes! Many of these women were the first in their sport to play while wearing the hijab. Some overcame cultural expectations that discouraged girls from playing sports. And some fought to change institutional anti-hijab rules so that they would be able to compete. No matter the sport, these game-changing athletes show the next generation of Muslim girls that they don't have to choose between following their religion and following their dreams.

### Author Biography

**Charlene Smith** is a hijabi who tries to keep up with her six children in various sports. She lives in Edmonton, Alberta, and spends her summers downhill mountain biking in the Coast and Columbia Mountains of British Columbia. _Game Changers_ is her first book.

**Natalya Tariq** is an illustrator based in Ottawa, who grew up in Russia and lived in Saudi Arabia. With a professional background in translation, Natalya has a keen interest in different countries, languages and cultures. She started illustration in 2021 as a hobby and developed her art into a second career.

**Number of Pages:** 80

**Dimensions:** 0.5 x 9.2 x 7.1 IN

**Publication Date:** February 01, 2025

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- **Price:** 24.95 USD
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