Panel Discussions:
HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE FEMALE ATHLETE
Learn from expert nutritionists about optimal fueling strategies for female athletes, both physically and mentally.
- Panel Leader : Meagan Dougherty – Program Coordinator and Assistant Professor, Sport Hospitality Business At Concordia University
- Speaker 1 : Sandy Sellers – Health and Wellness Senior Manager at Milk Means More, RD, CSSD
- Speaker 2 : Michelle Buggs – To flourish you must nourish by Michelle Buggs, L.F.C, Nutritional Consultant, and Masters Dietetic Student
- Speaker 3 : Melanie Sulaver (Boehmer) – Performance Nutrition and Women’s Health Expert, Nutrition by Mel LLC, MS, RD, CDN, CISSN
SPORTS FOR A LIFETIME
Listen to firsthand stories, challenges, and triumphs, offering inspiration and practical advice from athletes after their formal athletic years.
- Panel Leader : Eva Solomon – Founder & CEO, Epic Races
- Speaker 1 : Grace Latz – 2016 Rowing Olympian
- Speaker 2 : Jenna Trubiano – Head Coach, Women’s Ice Hockey at University of Michigan
BREAKING BARRIERS – CHALLENGES FACED IN SPORT
Hear empowering stories from accomplished female athletes who have broken barriers in the world of sports. Gain valuable insights on resilience, teamwork, and pursuing dreams.
- Panel Leader : Debbie Williams-Hoak – LPGA Class A Professional, Executive Director, Michigan Interscholastic Goal Coaches Association, Saline Boys and Girl’s Golf Coach
- Speaker 1 : Emily Eitzman – Director of Collegiate Development of the United States Amputee Football Federation, Community Outreach Coordinator of the University of Michigan Adaptive Sports and Fitness Group
- Speaker 2 : Maria Velat – University of Michigan Student and Adaptive Sports Athlete
- Speaker 3 : Kennedy Watts – Student and Athlete at Cass Technical High School
PARENTAL GUIDANCE – THE EXPERIENCE OF SPORTS PARTICIPATION
Insight into being a guiding force, providing the support and encouragement your athlete needs to thrive both academically and athletically.
- Panel Leader : Amy Karbo – Mom, Marketer, Sports Lover
- Speaker 1 : Brooke Alexander – 2025 Michigan Field Hockey Commit, Senior at Dexter High School, Pinnacle Field Hockey Member
- Speaker 2 : Courtney Reid Alexander – Mom of 3, Speech-Language Pathologist, Alumni of UM Field Hockey Team 1997-2000
- Speaker 3 : Blaise Fayolle – Ed.D, LPC, CMPC, Therapist & Sport Psychology Coach at Reset Brain and Body
- Speaker 4 : Jeannine Reddy – Northville High School Womens Varsity Soccer and DCFC West Club Coach
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