GRL Pep Talks: Real Conversations for Real Growth

Your go-to space for leadership, confidence, identity, team culture, and the everyday challenges young women and student-athletes navigate.

GRL Pep Talks is where honest conversations meet practical support. Whether you’re a student-athlete, a young woman finding your voice, or someone building confidence and belonging, these Pep Talks are designed to help you grow in ways that actually fit your life.

You’ll find stories, worksheets, research-backed tools, and quiet reminders that you’re not alone in what you’re navigating. This is your space for clarity, connection, and the kind of leadership that starts from within — on and off the field.

Finding Belonging in a Third Space
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Finding Belonging in a Third Space

Not home. Not school. But that third space.

Where do you go to feel seen, valued, and appreciated? For Vermont’s student-athletes, having a coach or advisor who cares about them as people (not just athletes) can change everything. A third space is where you can truly be yourself, and if it doesn’t exist yet… here’s your sign to create it.

Start the club. Build the team. Find your people. Your vibe will attract your tribe.

✨ Need inspo? We’re talking all about third spaces and how to create your own over on the blog (link in bio). Let’s build communities where we all belong.

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Avoiding the Parent Trap: When Your Identity Becomes Tied to Their Success

Avoiding the Parent Trap: When Your Identity Becomes Tied to Their Success

As a parent, it’s natural to feel proud of your student-athlete’s accomplishments. But what happens when her wins (or losses) start to feel like a reflection of your worth? This heartfelt blog explores the "Parent Trap"—when your identity becomes tied to your child’s success—and offers actionable tips to refocus on what truly matters: her growth, happiness, and love for the game.

➡️ Read more to learn how to support your daughter while letting her lead her own journey. 💕

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