06/11/2025
Thursday Fun fact about me ……..
A love of sport developed from an early age. A passion that I’ve managed to turn into a lifestyle. Driven by purpose, determined to make sure that sport is much more accessible for girls than it was when I was growing up.
This is where my passion for giving quality experiences to girls in sport comes from.
In July I joined the Hitchin Belles FC and took on the role as Wellbeing Ambassador.
My role consists of supporting our players during their training sessions, and also attending some of their matches. Building relationships with both players, parents, guardians and coaches to support an overall network of relationships, to help create a supportive and safe environment for all.
Girls in sport have a higher likelihood of facing barriers like body image concerns and fear of judgment, puberty! And generally having all male coaches, which may lead to avoidance of approaching coaches with personal concerns.
So it’s good to be a familiar female face who holds experience in both girls and young women, and sport!
The well-being of girls in sports is crucial because it significantly boosts their mental, social, and physical health, leading to higher self-esteem, a more positive body image, and better stress management. Sport provides a unique environment for girls to develop essential life skills like teamwork, discipline, and leadership, and can create lifelong healthy habits. Prioritising well-being in girls’ sports is vital for their overall development and long-term health.