SOAR

Learning to SOAR on & off the field

What is the SOAR program?

A study by the Women’s Sports Foundation found that girls aged 7 to 13 “more readily identify and see a female coach as a mentor and role model.”

“It really is important for girls to be able to have experiences with women in the coaching profession as mentors and as role models because they help counter stereotypes, and they help boost girls’ confidence, their sense of belonging,” said Karen Issokson-Silver, the WSF vice president of research and evaluation.

Leadership and mentorship are core tenets of Bridge City Soccer Academy. As athletes and coaches, we have all benefitted from strong mentors and role models. Our woman-led team is comprised of world-renowned athletes and coaches, all aligned under a mission to advance BCSA athletes on the field and off.

BCSA is partnering with Kendall Johnson, former Portland Thorns player and founder of Arrow Living, to develop a curriculum for Soar, our leadership and mentoring program. Soar semi- monthly workshops will give knowledge and skills to empower them for their futures. Topics include positive body image, nutrition, psychological resilience, conflict resolution, injury prevention and recovery, college preparation, and more. Our goal is to impart life skills, and develop young girls into brave, thoughtful leaders.