Diaba Konaté loves France. But a hijab ruling stops her playing
By A Mystery Man Writer
Description
The point guard is a talented prospect. But the French Federation of Basketball’s ban on religious headwear means she cannot play in her hometown of Paris
Athlete Ally
Aurélie Pankowiak (PhD) posted on LinkedIn
Sport & Rights Alliance on LinkedIn: Diaba Konaté loves France
Sport & Rights Alliance on LinkedIn: Diaba Konaté loves France
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Diaba Konaté loves France. But a hijab ruling stops her playing
Vincent Minjares, Ph.D (@PlayerLearning) / X
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News 2022, School of Social Sciences
Remona Aly on LinkedIn: Diaba Konaté loves France. But a hijab
Surviving Hijab
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Jonas Vingegaard sure of Tour de France success despite time-trial
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Sports alliance calls for end to hijab ban in French basketball
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