Wendy Hilliard : Gabby Douglas gold medal for all-around gymnastics is highly significant . She says it sends a powerful message to young girls that they can seek spectacular goals . She -- and her single mom -- showed the world she was willing to sacrifice to get there . Hide Caption 1 of 11 Photos: The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Wendy Hilliard . By 14 , girls drop sports at twice rate of boys . Gabby 's example could change that .
Wendy Hilliard : Gabby Douglas gold medal for all-around gymnastics is highly significant . She says it sends a powerful message to young girls that they can seek spectacular goals . She -- and her single mom -- showed the world she was willing to sacrifice to get there . Hide Caption 1 of 11 Photos: By 14 , girls drop sports at twice rate of boys . Gabby 's example could change that .