Belonging is about more than good intentions. Discover how coaches can foster inclusive team cultures through representation, culturally responsive coaching, and small, intentional actions that… Read More »Belonging Doesn’t Happen by Accident
When winning starts to feel like an expectation, the joy of racing can turn into pressure. Here’s how coaches can celebrate success without letting results… Read More »When Success Starts to Feel Heavy
In this month’s The Trailhead article, we look at the power of visible female leadership and coaches from diverse backgrounds, how intentional succession planning strengthens… Read More »Who Leads Matters
Girls’ rides, GRiT Give it a Go events, league programs, recruiting more girls, or crafts at the GRiT tent during race weekends can all be… Read More »GRiT is not what you think it is
What happens when girls are not just included, but centered? When a team is built around their experience, their voices, and their growth? The result… Read More »Flipping the Script: What Happens When You Build a Team Around Girls First?
Looking for a simple way to welcome new riders to your team this season? Try It Out events are now called Give It a Go… Read More »Try It Out is now Give it a Go: Here’s how we’re using it with GRiT
Ever noticed that quiet pause? You see it in a rider who lingers, maybe breathing just a bit harder than she’d like to admit. She’s… Read More »Teaching girls to speak up: Building voice and confidence on the trail
The GRiT Coach Lead helps organize GRiT recruitment events, connects with the league’s GRiT Coordinator, and makes it easier for new girls and female coaches… Read More »Want More Girls on Bikes? Start With a GRiT Coach Lead
It happens all the time. A girl puts a foot down on a climb and says “sorry” to the rider behind her. She takes her… Read More »Reframing “Sorry”: Teaching Girls to Take Up Space on the Trail
Many NICA leagues have camps this time of year – from adventure riding camps to GRiT camps to skills clinics, kids have lots of opportunities… Read More »Camp Feature