Yes. He was a tremendous athlete. You should have seen him demonstrate skills. He was really, really good. He played for some college, but now I don't remember which one.
If they pay the guys then obviously they should pay the women.
Note: I was on TCU's first womens' BB tean in 1974-75, and TCU wouldn't even buy us uniforms. TCU coach Bob Fry's wife sewed them for us. The struggle continues....