Watch above: The “Girls Rock” event brought together dozens of girls to celebrate their involvement in sports. Amber Rockliffe was at SaskTel Centre to see how women in sports are having a positive impact on these youth.
SASKATOON – The Girls Rock event brought together dozens of girls to celebrate their involvement in sports. Potential athletes gathered at the SaskTel Centre on Sunday.
“We have a whole bunch of girls – ringette teams and hockey teams – and even just any lady can buy a ticket for today,” explained Blair Farthing, the communications manager for the Saskatoon Blades, who hosted the event.
University of Saskatchewan Huskies alumni Misty Alexandre was a guest speaker. She was the captain of her hockey team and now works at a law firm in Saskatoon.
She said her participation on the team helped her career.
“Whenever you’re applying for a job, for example, sports are a real asset for you. Employers know that athletes have an incredible work ethic and commitment and they’re team players,” she explained.
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Alexandre said community support for women’s teams is growing. Athletic scholarships, team funding and mentorship programs help young women balance their studies with team involvement.
“I think women’s sports in general has come so far, especially since growing up when I was a kid. I see so many different opportunities, so many teams,” Alexandre explained.
And like many positive role models, she believes it’s only going to get better.
“I’m very excited to see where these girls take it in the next 20 years.”
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