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EPISODE · Dec 12, 2025 · 59 MIN

Empowering Women Through Sports: The Game Changer Story

from Unbreakable: The Female Athlete Podcast · host Unbreakable Female Athlete

The conversation explores the inception and growth of Game Changer, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating safe spaces for women to play basketball. Founders Dr. Rebecca Heis and her partner, Leigh Irwin discuss the challenges they faced in establishing the nonprofit, the importance of community and support for women's health and confidence, and the impact of sports on mental well-being. They emphasize the need for inclusivity and safety in sports, the benefits of participation, and the transformative power of stress.

The conversation explores the inception and growth of Game Changer, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating safe spaces for women to play basketball. Founders Dr. Rebecca Heis and her partner, Leigh Irwin discuss the challenges they faced in establishing the nonprofit, the importance of community and support for women's health and confidence, and the impact of sports on mental well-being. They emphasize the need for inclusivity and safety in sports, the benefits of participation, and the transformative power of stress.

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