Forty-one years after Title IX leveled the playing field and opened the door for female sports to blossom into what they are today, women are still breaking new ground. Yet in some cases, they are still battling outdated standards and ideals. This weekend marks a couple firsts for women in sports. By now, most know about Danica Patrick becoming the first woman to win the pole for a NASCAR Sprint Cup race — and the Daytona 500, no less. It’s an accomplishment I think few saw coming a decade ago. Her recent achievement has validated her place in the racing …