Stories of Impact

Tucker Center Talks: Why mentors are central to growing the coach pipeline of women and girls

In this episode of Tucker Center Talks, Dr. Nicole M. LaVoi sits down with Pam Baker, Founder of the Women’s Coaching Alliance, to discuss her initiatives that empower young girls to pursue coaching careers and develop  life skills crucial to long term success. They delve  into the importance of WCA Mentors in connecting passion for sports with leadership skills and confidence. Take a listen and be inspired by how Pam and WCA mentors are changing the game.

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Dr Nicole LaVoi is the Director of the Tucker Center For Research on Girls and Women in Sport at the University of Minnesota. The center is focused on system change for girls and women in Sport.  You can learn about their work here https://tuckercenter.umn.edu/.

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