It’s the 21st century, people. Our country has been through revolutions, social movements, and countless calls for change throughout the centuries. Our history is ridden with moments in time that we are absolutely horrified, ashamed, and humiliated of (as we should be). Likewise, we have learned a lot through the undeniably fool-proof process of trial and error and have ended up creating the seemingly awesome society that we live in today. We should be sooo proud of ourselves. Truly, we have come such a long way. But there is still much farther to go.

I am far from a preachy feminist. Not even close. Despite this, I still do believe that a woman can be equal to a man on all fronts. Thus, when I found out that the goals I score during a collegiate co-ed intramural soccer game count as two points instead of one because I’m a girl, I was in disbelief.

Does the world really believe that us females need extra coddling, reassurance, and bonus points simply because we have a little extra estrogen? Apparently so.

Are we assumed so athletically inferior to males that when we score a goal it is considered that impressive and we earn two points for it? Looks like it.

Is the fact that I am knowingly entering myself in a competitive environment against 'big, strong men' not enough of a confirmation that I am comfortable with my own situation? No way, Jose.

Do I not get the opportunity to engage in a unisex physical activity without the occurrence of a rule change to level the playing field? Think again.

While this is a minor issue compared to the obstacles women have overcome and the ones they still face, I am firm believer that if us women really want equality, we need to welcome it in all its different forms and facets. Yes, I mean we should sign up for the draft when we turn 18, just like the young men of American do. Yes, I mean we should be forced to endure the same physical testing requirements as male Navy Seals, Marines, and Rangers. Yes, I mean we should make the same amount of money as a man. Yes, I mean we deserve equality in the professional workplace.

Once we stop accepting exceptions and special circumstances for ourselves, the world will follow. You cannot logically half-way demand equality without further fueling the argument that we are emotional and weak beings.

For now, I guess I’ll be forced to take advantage of my double-point bonus when I take the field during intramural games -- at least now you know I’m not happy about it.