WHY IT'S IMPORTANT

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We reframe how girls are coached so they feel valued and respected. Female coaches are important role models. When girls identify with their coach, we counter stereotypes and boost self-confidence. 

The winningest coach in NCAA history, Pat Summitt, is known as the toughest coach in college basketball. Girls are competitive. Coaches who don't meet girls' needs for competitiveness and treat them as fragile 

send a detrimental message that girls are not as capable as boys.

Girls are naturally strong and athletic. Through basketball, girls have fun while being challenged. Tip-Off builds supportive relationships in a highly positive environment to keep girls loving sport.