We make a great team

Our Story

Based in Charleston, SC, our organization is driven by a powerful mission: to empower young girls to step into leadership roles and succeed in all facets of life, with sports serving as the catalyst.

Our focus is on supporting all girls, helping them to navigate and overcome barriers related to logistics, availability of sports options, and financial constraints. We offer programs for free to girls in rural areas and those attending Title I schools.

We are a team of passionate and capable individuals, each bringing a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to fostering an environment where every girl can thrive and lead.

Through sports, we aim to build resilience, confidence, and camaraderie among young women, setting them on a path to success.

Our origin story

Melyssa Jaskiewicz

Founder & Board President

Melyssa is currently the VP of Sales for Sideline Sports and brings twenty years of sales and marketing experience with her. Melyssa and her husband Dave have a 14-year-old daughter and a 12-year-old son who both play lacrosse. Melyssa played Field Hockey in high school and college.

Paige Yeater

Board Vice President

Amanda Davis

Board Secretary; Grants Chair

Kristan Shimpi, PhD

Operations, Program Curriculum & Grants

Trish Clark

Marketing Chair

Sarah Deyerle 

Community Engagement Chair

Get Involved!

Steering Committee

Our committee is made up of social workers, teachers, and a wide range of community members and non profit professionals.

Events Committee

Our events committee will be planning our first annual fundraiser. If you would like to join this committee please email us.