Why Mentorship Matters
Show how mentorship and role models help girls stay in sport, build confidence, and explore future paths.
Increased Confidence
Role models provide the blue print for success, helping young athletes believe in their own potential on and off the field.
Retention in Sport
Girls who have mentors are significantly more likely to continue playing through their teenage years.
Career Exploration
Athletes learn how the skills developed on the court translate to leadership roles in any professional field.
Building Support Systems
Establish lasting connections with community leaders who offer guidance beyond the game.
Athlete Spotlight Series
Elena Durand
Head Coach, Montreal Elite Basketball
Background: A former division-1 player in Montreal who turned her passion for the game into a coaching career focused on youth development.
Challenges: Navigating a male-dominated coaching landscape and balancing professional play with local mentorship.
Lessons: Adaptability is key. Every athlete learns differently, and a coach's role is to unlock that specific potential.
Advice: Don't wait for permission to lead. Step onto the court with the confidence of someone who belongs there.
Sophie Laroche
Provincial Soccer Champion, Quebec
Background: Raised in Quebec City, Sophie climbed the ranks of provincial soccer, becoming a key figure in the ElevateHER network.
Challenges: Overcoming a major knee injury at age 16 that nearly sidelined her career during a critical scouting year.
Lessons: Resilience isn't just bouncing back; it's moving forward with a new understanding of your own strength.
Advice: Your value isn't tied to a scoreline. It's in the effort you put in when nobody else is watching.
Maya Chen
National Rower & Team Canada Leader
Background: Maya represents the pinnacle of Canadian rowing, using her platform to advocate for gender equity in high-performance sports.
Challenges: Managing the intense mental pressure of international competition while maintaining a supportive community network.
Lessons: Leadership is service. Elevating your teammates is the surest way to elevate yourself.
Advice: Trust your training. Whether you're on the water or in a workshop, your preparation is your power.
ElevateHER Athlete Speaker Program
Empowering the next generation through direct engagement. Our program features 2–3 dedicated student-athletes from Concordia and McGill—ranging from recreational players and former athletes turned coaches to current competitive stars. We bring sport to life through school visits to institutions like Trafalgar School for Girls and Miss Edgar & Cramps School for Girls, hosting community presentations and interactive workshops that include badminton and soccer sessions.
Find Your Mentor
We are building a network to match interested girls with incredible mentors from our sports community. Whether you are looking for guidance on your athletic journey or career paths in sport, we are here to help you bridge the gap.
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