Divisions II & III Development Program

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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!

Register HERE

Fall 2024 90-Minute Development Session

Date: Monday, October 21: 1:00-2:30pm ET

Supporting The Mental Health of Your Athletes & Yourself – How You Can Make A Difference

In this interactive session, coaches will feel empowered to make a difference in breaking the stigma around mental health and supporting the mental wellness of their athletes. Coaches will learn how to recognize warning signs, how to have effective conversations around mental health, and how to implement mental wellness tools to create a supportive mental wellness culture on their team. Coaches in attendance will feel inspired to know that they do not have to be a Mental Health Professional in order to make a difference in helping their athletes. Additionally, coaches will learn hands-on self-care and mental wellness tools for themselves and understand that taking care of themselves is the foundation to be able to take care of anyone else. Coaches will feel empowered to know that their mental health matters, too.

Ivy Watts Speaks

Ivy Watts, a former Division II All-American student-athlete at the University of New Haven (Northeast-10 Conference), initially seemed to have it all together, graduating Summa Cum Laude and securing a spot as a top 30 finalist for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award. However, behind this façade of success, she grappled daily with anxiety, self-worth issues, and depression. After finally seeking help, Ivy, now Mental Health First Aid Certified, has dedicated herself to promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health. As a captivating public speaker, author, and the founder of the blog, “Beautifully Simply You,” Ivy shares her personal journey in either a 60 or 90 minute format, serving as an inspiration for others to confront their mental health challenges.

Winter 2025 90-Minute Development Session

Date: Friday, January 24: 11:00am -12:00pm ET

Registration Coming Soon!

Declutter Your Hats and Tame Your Tasks

In this interactive session participants will be learning how to delegate and prioritize your tasks in order to be more productive and efficient, especially for coaches who wear many different hats.

Barb Smith, Founder and CEO, Courtside Leadership

Barb Smith, a former college student athlete, 30-year college coach, motivational speaker, author, visionary entrepreneur and dynamic force in the business world, is the proud owner of not one, but two groundbreaking companies that are reshaping the landscape of success and achievement. Barb is an advocate for all levels of leadership and teamwork.

As the founder of Courtside Leadership, Barb has dedicated herself to inspiring peak performance within organizations and on teams. Her innovative strategies and unparalleled leadership have propelled teams and businesses to new heights, transforming challenges into opportunities and fostering a culture of excellence. With a keen understanding of human potential and a passion for unlocking it, Barb is the driving force behind Courtside Leadership’s reputation for driving results and cultivating success.

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)
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC)
Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC)
Gulf South Conference (GSC)
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)

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