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WHAT
The data demonstrates investment in NCAA Division II & III women coaches is necessary to support their advancement and retention in the coaching profession. WeCOACH has established a new year-round professional growth and leadership Development Program dedicated to Division II & III women coaches across all sports that offers strategies to address the challenges and obstacles women face to stay in, feel supported, and advance in the coaching profession. We will also partner to actively build the pipeline of aspiring Division II & III women coaches.
OVERVIEW
- 1, 90-minute development virtual sessions (Fall 2023, Winter 2024, Spring 2024) – Fall Development Session to be scheduled for late October/early November
- WeCOACH Mentor Program
- WeAMPLIFY Program (women coaches of color)
- Monthly Video Chats
- CATCH A VISION: Aspiring Women Coaches Workshops – open to any woman aspiring to pursue a career in coaching
- AND MORE! Check out our Upcoming Events webpage!
Spring 2025 Development Session
Date: Thursday, April 24: 12:30-1:45PM ET
Navigating Success Beyond the Game: Leadership, Building Relationships and Advocacy for Women Coaches in D-II and D-III Athletics
Panelists:
- Dr. Angel Mason, Berry College, Director of Athletics
- Brittni Hall, Berry College, Head Lacrosse Coach
- Erica Perkins Jasper, Claremont-Mudd-Scripps, Director of Athletics
- Keri Becker, Grand Valley State University, Director of Athletics
- Sharon Dingman, Colorado College, Head Volleyball Coach
- Moderator: Lesley Irvine, Colorado College, Vice President & Director of Athletics
Success in coaching extends far beyond wins and losses. This session will explore how women coaches in D-II and D-III athletics can elevate their leadership, build strategic relationships, and advocate effectively for themselves and their programs. Panelists will discuss practical strategies for managing up, fostering a positive department culture, and communicating with impact. Learn how to position your program for success, navigate challenges with emotional intelligence, and strengthen your influence through curiosity, listening, and effective advocacy. Whether you’re looking to grow as a leader, gain more resources, or create lasting impact, this conversation will equip you with the essential tools to thrive beyond the x’s & o’s.
Who’s Eligible?
Any Division II or III conference that has registered its member schools for the Development Program and paid the enrollment fee.
Any Division II or III women coaches with a WeCOACH membership, including institutional and conference group members.
PARTICIPATING CONFERENCES
Division II Conferences:
California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA)
Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC)
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA)
Conference Carolinas
East Coast Conference (ECC)
Great American Conference (GAC)
Lone Star Conference (LSC)
Mountain East Conference (MEC)
Northeast-10 Conference (NE-10)
The PacWest Conference
Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC)
Southern Intercollegiate Ath Conf (SIAC)
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC)
South Atlantic Conference (SAC)
Sunshine State Conference (SSC)
Division III Conferences:
College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW)
Collegiate Conference of the South (CCS)
Conference of New England (CNE)
Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC)
Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC)
Liberty League
Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA)
Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC)
Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC)
New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC)
New England Women’s & Men’s Athletic Conference (NEWMAC)
Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC)
North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC)
Northwest Conference (NWC)
Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC)
Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC)
Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC)
Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC)
State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC)
United East Conference
University Athletic Association (UAA)