USTFCCCA Female Coaches Mentorship Program (FCMP) Begins Sixth Year In 2023

NEW ORLEANS – The USTFCCCA Female Coaching Mentorship Program (FCMP) is set to begin its sixth year in the fall of 2023 and is now accepting applications!

Started in 2018 by a trio of accomplished female coaches – Rhonda Riley, Angelina Ramos and Janine Tessarzik – the program is designed to increase the representation, depth of knowledge and advancement of female coaches in the field of cross country and track & field coaching at every level, as well as create accessibility within the industry.

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The program aims to support climate change as well as depth of female coaching experience through pairing individuals up with 1:1 year-round mentorship with a senior coach and adhering to set guidelines for successful consultations with esteemed leaders of the sport from a variety of backgrounds.

Applications will begin to be accepted on Monday, July 24.

If you’re on the fence about applying, read these testimonials from a mentor and a mentee.

“Sprint, do not jog up to this opportunity! Mentoring & being mentored by females has been the most valuable asset in my coaching career & development! My coaching visor may be tilted at times but other ladies have been there to straighten it & encourage me. My time participating in the USTFCCCA Female Mentorship Program for the past 4 years has been career altering and amazingly fulfilling.” ~ Harvard throws coach Darcy Wilson

“This mentorship program has given me the network and resources to become a successful coach in this profession. I’ve gained lifelong connection with my mentor who is now my friend.” ~ Sacramento State assistant throws coach Ashley Dewitt