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On Her Mark
by NBC Sports Boston
Host Hannah Donnelly sits down with athletes, fitness professionals, and women in and around sports blazing new trails in their fields for the next generation. You will learn what drives them on and off the field, key moments in their lives that changed their direction, their outside passions and more. Prepare to be inspired.
Episodes
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The Gritty & Unglamorous Climb: Emily Harrington Talks Record-Breaking El Cap Free Climb, Risk & Motherhood
Emily Harrington has done what very few people who ever dream to do: free climb "Golden Gate" on El Capitan in under 24 hours. When she reached the summit in 2020, she became the first woman and fourth person ever to complete the route in under a day. A professional rock climber and 5-time…
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Breakout Ice Dance Star Emilea Zingas on Successful Season, Working with a Sports Pscyh & Taking Risks
There's only one way to describe the success of Emilea Zingas and Zadym Kolesnik's 2026 season: METEORIC. Four years ago, they started skating together and immediately clicked. Now, they are the top ice dance duo in America. Just this year they placed fifth at the Milan Olympics, earned bronze at...
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From Boston College to Boston Guard: Shea Dolce on Pressure, the WLL & Winning a World Championship
2026 has been a huge year for Shea Dolce. First, the Connecticut native wrapped up a stellar lacrosse career at Boston College. Then, she was selected second overall in the Women's Lacrosse League (WLL) Draft to the Boston Guard, won gold with Team USA at the World Lacrosse Women's Championships,...
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A World Champion’s Perspective: Courtney Taylor Talks WLL, Box Lacrosse, Boston Pride & Future of the Game
After 4 years at Temple University, and a final year of eligibility at Boston College, defender Courtney Taylor wasn't ready to say goodbye to lacrosse, so, she found ways to keep playing. Courtney played three years with Athletes Unlimited, went on to bring home a gold medal for Team USA at the...
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US National Team Rower Sera Moon Busse Talks Beach Sprints, Goal Setting & Training
There's new rowing discipline debuting at the LA 2028 Summer Olympic Games: beach sprints! It's completely different than traditional rowing (think Head of the Charles Regatta!) but exactly what Sera Moon Busse had always hoped for in the sport. Sera won silver at the 2025 World Rowing Beach...
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MLB Reporter Lauren Shehadi on Field of Dreams Game on Netflix, Baseball Fandom & More
Lauren Shehadi is one of the most recognizable voices covering Major League Baseball. The host and reporter has loved the sport since her Little League days, and now she gets to be a part of it at the professional level. Lauren is a co-host of 'MLB Central' on the MLB Network among other sports...
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Peloton's Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts on Finding Yoga/Meditation, Inner Literacy, Being Present & Community
Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts is the woman you want on your team when you're looking to find peace in our world's chaos. Chelsea is a highly sought-after yoga, meditation, and breathwork teacher (you probably know her from Peloton!) She found yoga first as a workout and quickly realized that it…
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Power in Purpose: Ednaija 'Nay' Lassiter talks Hoops, Mental Health, Coaching & Founding Heavy Hearted Convos
It’s not often that you find your passion and purpose at the same time. So, when Ednaija 'Nay' Lassiter did, she stepped into her power. Nay grew up playing basketball in Boston and went on to play through high school and college. It was during college when she started to struggle with her mental...
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Redesigning the Sports Bra: Robyn Founder Sara Falkson Dishes on Design Developments, Body Confidence Workshops & Power of Teammates
Imagine a sports bra that doesn’t chafe, doesn’t dig into your shoulders or torso, or require a second one to provide adequate support. Basically, imagine a sports bra that fits! That’s exactly what Harvard engineer and Robyn Athletic founder Sara Falkson is after! You probably know her from her...
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Boston Legacy Goalkeeper Casey Murphy Talks Move to Boston, USWNT & Giving Back to the Next Generation
It didn't take long for goalkeeper Casey Murphy to become a fan favorite in Boston. The USWNT and NWSL veteran signed with the Boston Legacy FC last year after 5 years with the North Carolina Courage last summer. She quickly embraced a leadership role, helping lay the foundation for a…
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Competitive Snowboarder Kelsey Boyer on Surviving & Thriving in Life After a TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)
In 2016, competitive snowboarder Kelsey Boyer was on a mission in to qualify for the Olympic, competing as often as she could. She started the season with a knockout but kept at it. Eventually, she was rushed to the hospital by her friends and admitted for emergency brain surgery. This set her on…
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From Standout at the US Coast Guard Academy to WER: Kate Boggs on How She Found Rugby & Incredible Comeback(s)!
If there’s anyone who embodies the saying, “a minor setback for a major comeback,” it’s Kate Boggs. The recent US Coast Guard Academy graduate first found the sport in college after never playing a ball sport before. It also happened to be the "thing" that kept her at USCGA after a rocky first...
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Sports Dietician Dishes on Proper Fueling, REDs & Women's Sports Research
We talk a lot about sport-specific training, recovery, and mindset work, but not often about proper fueling. It’s a HUGE part of performance. And Laura Reece knows this from personal experience as an athlete and as a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. Laura is now the Director of Sports...
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2x Paralympic Medalist & Shark Attack Survivor Ali Truwit is on a Mission to Turn Trauma Into Triumph & Have Fun Doing It!
Ali Truwit ran her first marathon in 2023, graduated from Yale University, and went on a celebratory trip with friends — that’s when her life came crashing down. While snorkeling in Turks and Caicos, she was attacked by a shark and ultimately suffered and suffered the loss of her foot and lower...
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How Sport Can Change the World: CEO Mary Connor on Common Goal's Mission
Sports can change lives; they teach resilience, grow leadership skills, build lasting friendships, and challenge us in all the right ways. It is these gifts and power that drive the work at Common Goal every day. Common Goal uses soccer to bring people together and drive society-wide change…
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Building a New NWSL Legacy in Boston: Bianca St-Georges Talks Growth, Identity, Culture & More!
7-year NWSL veteran Bianca St-Georges was excited to come to Boston to help build a new era of professional women's soccer with the Boston Legacy FC. Not only has she brought her strength, skill, and ambition to the team, but her leadership. She is helping younger teammates build their confidence...
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Broken Records, Broken Bones & a Full Heart: 80-Year-Old Patty Hung Prepares for Her 40th Boston Marathon
When Patty Hung first ran the Boston Marathon 40 years ago, she didn't set out to break any records or run the iconic course at 80 years young. But, in 2023, when Patty crossed her 37th Boston Marathon finish line, she broke the record for longest female streak...and she hasn't stopped. Whenever...
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Volleyball Powerhouse Juliann Faucette on LOVB, Perspective Shifts, Motherhood & More
When Juliann Faucette isn't blocking and hitting on the volleyball court, she is in full-on mom mode to her three little ones at home. After a standout career at Texas, Juliann pursued a professional career overseas. She stepped away in 2018 to start a family and was pulled back in for a season…
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Shifting Obstacles Into Opportunities: Paralympian Amy Purdy Dishes on Her New Book "Bounce Forward"
Amy Purdy simply doesn't quit. She has taken every obstacle life has thrown her way and turned it into an opportunity. At just 19 a sudden case of bacterial meningitis resulted in the loss of both legs below the knee, her kidney function, and spleen. After fighting for her life, she became a...
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CT Sun Are Headed to Houston in 2027: Team President Jen Rizzotti Dishes on the Sale
Mohegan has OFFICIALLY announced that the Connecticut Sun franchise has been sold to the Tilman J. Fertitta family, pending WNBA approval. The team will play its final season at Mohegan Sun Arena through the 2026 season and move to Houston in 2027. CT Sun President Jen Rizzotti sat down with us…
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Pro Snowboarder Brantley Mullins Talks Starting in the Sport, Dolly Parton & Embracing Fear
Not many people would describe themselves as "a southern girl looking for colder weather," but Brantley Mullins does. The professional snowboarder grew up riding in North Carolina but has since gone pro and moved out to Salt Lake City. She competes in street style snowboarding or urban…
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UCONN WBB Greatness Continues: Diana Taurasi Surprises Olivia Vukosa!
Not only did standout high school hooper (and future UCONN Husky) Olivia Vukosa earn the 2025-26 Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year Award, she was surprised with the news by UCONN legend Diana Taurasi. DT shocked Olivia at school Thursday morning surrounded by her teammates,...
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[BONUS] Morgan's Message: Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma
Morgan's Message Co-founder Meaghan Birnie and Student Ambassador Michaela O'Connor are back to chat more about why starting conversations around mental health is so important and how the non-profit is supporting students athletes across the globe. Today we dive in to: The reality of being a...
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Morgan's Message: Opening Conversations Around Mental Health for Student Athletes
A year after Morgan Roger's took her own life in 2022, her friends and family got together to turn their pain into purpose. Morgan's Message was born as a way to grieve the full of life, fun-loving sister, friend and teammate, but what it turned into is so much more. The non-profit works with...
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Para Alpine Skier Kelsey O'Driscoll on First Paralympics, Overcoming Obstacles & Gratitude
Not many people get to live one dream in their 20s, but Kelsey O'Driscoll is living two: working as a nurse to help people and representing Team USA at the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games. After a spinal injury in 2021, Kelsey was determined to not let those dreams pass her by. She still works as a...
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Olympic Medalists Aerin Frankel & Alina Müller Talk Milan Victories, Women's Hockey Camaraderie & Caesar Salad
The Boston Fleet brought home a lot of hardware from the Olympic Games. Goaltender Aerin Frankel recorded a .980 save percentage and became the first Olympic women's hockey player to record three shut-outs on this stage. She helped Team USA to a perfect 7-0 record and GOLD medal! Meanwhile, her...
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GOLDEN Goal Scorer Megan Keller & Teammate Haley Winn Dish on 2026 Winter Games, Team Camaraderie & Confidence & Momentum for PWHL
Everything is golden for Team USA women's hockey defensemen Megan Keller and Haley Winn! Megan knocked in the golden goal in OT to best Canada to bring home her second Olympic gold (third Olympic medal) and make it an unforgettable first Games for Haley! The two Boston Fleet players made...
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The Power of Positive Words, Affirmations and Vision Boards with ThoughtswithH
Have you ever been stuck in the mindless doom scroll when you come across an inspirational quote that makes you stop and smile? Chances are, it was from ThoughtswithH, a social media page and community wellness brand founded by Helena Eldoueihy. Helena started the page to spread kindness and...
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Bobsled Royalty Elana Meyers Taylor on Journey to Her Olympic Dream, Strong & Stubborn Mindset, Family & More
She is THAT GIRL! Elana Meyers Taylor is bobsled royalty. She went into her fifth Olympic Games in Milan (2026) with 5 Olympic medals, 4 World Champion titles, and the title of most decorated Black athlete in the history of the Winter Olympics. Elana had the dream to be an Olympian since…
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Volleyball GOAT Jordan Larson Talks Retirement, LOVB, Embracing Failure & More
They call her the volleyball GOAT or Nebraska "Gov," and deservedly so. Jordan Larson is World Champion, League One Volleyball (LOVB) founding athlete, LOVB Nebraska co-owner, and 4-time Olympic medalist leading Team USA to their first gold medal in 2020 as both team captain and MVP. Jordan...
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How to Build Mental Strength, Confidence & Self-Belief with Sisters Erin Connor & Katie Wood
It's time to bet on YOU (yes, you reading this!) Sisters Erin Connor and Katie Wood are on a mission to inspire and equip athletes to build mental strength, confidence, and belief to grow through challenges and train their minds like they do their bodies to become the best teammates, athletes…
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Coxswain Emelie Eldracher on Para-Athletes, Advancing Technology, Fashion & More
Coming back to the Head of the Charles Regatta was like a homecoming for Paralympic coxswain Emelie Eldracher. The 2024 silver medalist, MIT grad (undergrad and grad degree), lifelong student and fashion lover is now earning her second masters degree across the pond but has stayed connected to…
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Belles of the Brawl: How the Charity Boxing Fight Night Began & The Strong 'Whys' for Fighters
Haymakers For Hope brings fighters together to build community, find purpose, and most importantly, knockout cancer. Co-founder Julie Kelly, a cancer survivor, wanted to raise money and fight cancer in a meaningful way and the endurance events (marathons & triathlons) just weren't doing it for…
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Mother-Daughter Coaching Duo Talk Finding Rowing, Growing the Sport & Racing the Head of the Charles Regatta
It's a special thing when a mother and daughter share a passion. And even more special when they get to enjoy it together professionally, and personally. The first time Keira Gotrell got on the water she fell in love. Her mom, Myrna, wasn't far behind and quickly understood her daughter's…
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Peloton's Hannah Corbin Talks New Book "Did You Stretch Tho," Chasing Dreams, Wellness & More
Did you stretch tho?! Something you've probably heard Peloton founding instructor Hannah Corbin ask once or twice in a class! Inspired by more than a decade of sweating with millions on the popular app, the dancer and fitness professional was inspired to put something together to help people do…
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Head of the Charles Regatta Executive Director Tori Stevens on Growth, Community & Athlete Stories
The Head of the Charles Regatta is one of Boston's most iconic weekends and when Tori Stevens stepped into the role of executive director last summer she was excited to continue the strong tradition. Tori has more than 2 decades worth of global leadership experience in sports, media and…
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Pro Marathoner Erika Kemp on 2025 Worlds Performance, Record-Breaking Performances & Mindset
Erika Kemp has been running since high school and slowly inched her way up to the marathon distance! She is a 2x U.S. champion (15k & 20k distances) and professional runner for Brooks. As a New England native, her first marathon was Boston (naturally!) in 2023 where she broke the record for…
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Boston Fleet's Top Draft Pick Haley Winn on Joining PWHL & Calling Boston Home
The Boston Fleet has some new faces joining the bench this season, including top draft pick Haley Winn. The Rochester native had an incredible career at Clarkson University, earning the ECAC Player of the Year honor and etching her name in the history books as the second highest-scoring defender…
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KC Current's Izzy Rodriguez Dishes on Contract Extension, USWNT Debut, Crime Shows & More
It's been quite the summer for KC Current defender Izzy Rodriguez! First, she earned her first cap, first start and first goal for the USWNT on the same day. Then she signed a 3-year contract extension with the KC Current, the franchise she has been with since she was drafted in 2022. Izzy is…
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Boston Fleet's Megan Keller on Anchoring in Boston, Olympics & More
She's won 2 Olympic medals, 6 World Championships, set several records at Boston College, and is now officially anchored in Boston for her third season with the Boston Fleet. Yup, Megan Keller is on the podcast today. She is one of the BEST defenseman in the sport, earning her a spot on the US...
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Building a Boston LEGACY (FC) with Head Coach Filipa Patão
Boston is building a new legacy: Boston Legacy FC! The 15th National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) franchise will take the pitch in 2026. Head Coach Filipa Patão is excited for this new adventure here in the States and NWSL. Patão is a former player with many titles to her name before hanging up…
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Embracing Failure with Player Development Coach Kerri Kuzbyt
Fail fast and fail often; failure is an essential part of growth and an important lesson Player Development Coach Kerri Kuzbyt teaches her athletes. Kerri played hoops for most of her life, even competing professionally, before switching to a coaching role in the past few years. She is now the…
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'Early Edition' Host Trenni Casey on Training for 160-miles of the 'MS Run the US' Relay
You see Trenni Casey most nights talking sports on "Early Edition with Trenni" on NBC Sports Boston, But, for the last 6 months, she has been spending her mornings, and basically any time outside of the studio, training for her leg of "MS Run the US." The relay is America's first and only 3,260...
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"Tough As A Mother": Sports Broadcaster Jenn Hildreth on New Book, Celebrating Moms' Strengths & Redirection
I have no doubt you've heard Jenn Hildreth's voice coming from your TV a time or two before. The award-winning sports broadcaster has quite the resume -- from calling FIFA World Cup matches since 2015, Olympic soccer matches, and MLS and NWSL games to play-by-play for a variety of collegiate...
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Fitness Pro Kendall Toole on New Chapter, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health & More
Kendall Toole knows how to pack a punch when it comes to programming a workout! This comes as no surprise given the fitness pro has been moving in some form since she was young. First it helped to drain the energy tank as a kid, later it became a space to find mental clarity, and now it's her...
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'Harvard Engineer Redesigning the Sports Bra' Sara Falkson on Project, Body Confidence & More
Sara Falkson is a Harvard engineer redesigning the sports bra and helping women find body confidence in sport. Why redesign the sports bra? As an athlete herself (4 years of field hockey at Dartmouth) she has had her own relationship with confidence and sports bra woes and learned that so many...
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'Mermaid' Mary Borman on Training to be 1st Woman with Down Syndrome to Finish Half Ironman, Future Goals & More
Mary Borman loves to swim, to challenge herself, to wear bright colors, share her story, and most importantly, have fun! The athlete, model. and Down Syndrome advocate has always challenged herself to accomplish what some may say she can't. Mary has earned several medals competing at the Special...
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Dynamic Running Duo Alexi Pappas & Lisa Thompson on Racing Together, Glitter & More
The dynamic running duo Alexi Pappas and Lisa Thompson joined me in studio during Boston Marathon weekend as they prepared to race their fourth Boston together. Alexi, a former Olympian representing Greece, and Lisa Thompson, a competitive visually impaired runner, met years ago through 'Team…
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Peloton's Becs Gentry on the Great World Race, Beginners Running, Motherhood & More
When Becs Gentry isn't coaching you up on the Peloton app, she's likely chasing her big personal goals or her toddler daughter. Becs isd known for her speed and her spunk, but this is something she has grown into as she's found herself in the sport. After earning her 6th World Majors star in…
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Pro Rugby Player Katie Lohaus Talks WER, Unconventional Path to Rugby & Worth Off the Pitch
It wasn't until Katie Lohaus' senior year of college that she found rugby, but it was love at first hit and she hasn't looked back. After playing competitive sports through high school, Katie went to college and joined a sorority where she dabbled in rec leagues and the Greek games. When she gave...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Host Hannah Donnelly sits down with athletes, fitness professionals, and women in and around sports blazing new trails in their fields for the next generation. You will learn what drives them on and off the field, key moments in their lives that changed their direction, their outside passions and more. Prepare to be inspired.
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