Listen "Getting girls in the game and empowering through play"
Episode Synopsis
Get ready for a celebration of confidence, community, and girl power! Welland Girls Sports Day is almost here, and we’re diving into what makes this event such an exciting and meaningful experience for young athletes in our city.Joining us are two champions of youth engagement—Michele O’Keefe, senior director of athletics and student engagement at Niagara College, and Tori Royer, recreation coordinator with the City of Welland. They share how this high-energy day came to life, what’s in store for participants on Saturday, June 7, and why introducing girls to sport in a fun, welcoming environment matters more than ever.From volleyball to softball, basketball to tennis, Girls Sports Day isn’t just about trying new things—it’s about inspiring confidence, encouraging active lifestyles, and creating lifelong connections. Tune in to find out how this incredible event is helping shape the future of sport in Welland—one empowered girl at a time! You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/
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