Celebrating 9 Years Of Girls Leading Girls!
GLG celebrates our 9th anniversary today! We’re lucky to have a community of supportive players, parents, and staff who have contributed to the growth and success of our mission. Check out what some of our community members had to say to commemorate this special day.
“Girls Leading Girls saved soccer for our daughter. She was on a travel team and being coached in ways that felt all wrong for a young girl. We hoped that we could find a team that would nurture our daughter, lift her up, and help her believe in her WHOLE self. We didn't think this hope would ever be a reality - but when we met Bre and learned more about GLG, we were amazed. We've seen our daughter grow into a young woman who identifies herself with soccer: as a teammate, a leader, and a mentor. We are forever grateful that Girls Leading Girls creates this safe space that lifts so many girls up in so many positive ways! Thank you so much.” - Kindley & Adam Lawlor, Player Parents
“Happy birthday, Girls Leading Girls! What an amazing gift you have been in my daughter’s life. She has truly grown up with the inspiration, energy, leadership, and community spirit GLG and SF Sol coaches and mentors bring to the table every season. You've had a wonderfully positive impact on her. Thank you!” - Tom Steinbach, Player Parent
“This club has been a blessing to be part of and has helped me find confidence in myself. Without Bre or the amazing coaches/leaders that are part of GLG I wouldn’t be where I am today.” - Nora Reed, Former GLG Player and Current Coach
"What I find unique and special about GLG is the positive atmosphere created by the players and coaches. I think I've improved more while playing with GLG than I have in a long time." - Christa Greenhill, Player
“Bre, congratulations on #9 with GLG! What an amazing feat! I'm so proud of this organization and you and all they've accomplished. I've seen it blossom and be so impactful to the Bay Area community, specifically as the girls get older and become jr. coaches and coaches themselves within GLG. I've seen this firsthand, and it's absolutely amazing to see how these young women carry themselves as strong, proud leaders on and off the field." - Natalie Macias, Board Secretary
“Congratulations on your 9th year. I believe there needs to be more focus in our world on developing leadership qualities in young girls and love that you have created a way to support growth and leadership skills in young girls through soccer. Seeing how you have been able to impact so many girls must be so rewarding for you and the team at GLG. Happy Anniversary!” - Linda Palermo, Past Board Member
“Bre, thank you for the gift of Girls Leading Girls. This program is unparalleled, and I love being a part of it. It is so clear the blood, sweat, and tears you have put into it to make it sustainable in order for it to continually have a positive impact for years to come.
GLG has given me the opportunity to work with fantastic leaders from the coaches to the board. Having the pleasure of also coaching for a season was amazing. Being surrounded by humans working hard for the betterment of others using soccer as the vehicle and inclusion as a mission is a one-of-a-kind experience.” - Samantha Larson, Board Member
"Bre, I am filled with joy to see all you have accomplished through GLG. I still remember during grad school when we met with other like-minded classmates at a bar to discuss the possibility of starting a nonprofit. Despite our initial plans not coming to fruition, it is incredible to see how you launched GLG based on your passion and values. Your dedication and persistence eventually inspired and paved the way for me to launch my nonprofit based on my passion and values. I have loved watching you and GLG grow since its inception. You have made a positive difference in this world, and your legacy will carry on through generations." - Wilita Sanguma, Board Member
“It has been great to see Bre develop and implement her ideas over the past 9 years. I am excited to see how GLG can continue to positively impact the community now that it's an established institution in SF soccer.” - Chance Daniel, Board Member
“Awo, Bre! Yumi bin mekem fulap samting kasam 2009! Mi proud long yu blong mekem wan drim blong yu i kam tru! Tank yu blong evri samting we yu bin liftem mi up mo helpem mi blong mekem laef blong mi i mo gud. Olsem olgeta gels long Vanuatu mo ples ia! Frensip blong yu i numbawan!” - Emima, Past Board Member and Staff
“Bre and Girls Leading Girls have created a space like nothing I've witnessed or been a part of where girls and women can learn and compete in the beautiful game in a supportive environment where sisterhood reigns and any idea of limitations are shattered. My time with Girls Leading Girls has given me lifetime friendships, helped me develop professionally, strengthened my coaching abilities, and fueled my desire to keep coaching throughout my lifetime, especially for the club.” - Shannon, Past Board Member and Coach
“I remember the early days of GLG when Bre was getting the organization off the ground. She had such clarity of purpose and conviction. The draw to her and all of what Girls Leading Girls aspired to offer was absolutely magnetic. And what a journey these nine years have been, both as a mom of two girls, the elder of which was on one of the original GLG teams, to the opportunity to serve as an Advisory Council member and overall, support the mission. GLG has had a profound impact on me in that it helped to shape my view of what is possible when you truly set your mind to something BIG! It is no small feat to build a highly competitive soccer club while at the same time, providing access to players of all abilities and experiences, and simultaneously upholding a commitment to provide girls around the world access to leadership opportunities through the sport of soccer. Congratulations Bre on your incredible success and to many more years to come!” - Kerry Barrett, Advisory Council