Victoria Pena, assistant coach for UTRGV women's basketball, participated in the NCAA Women Coaches Academy Class #56, supported by a Southland Conference Tuition Scholarship. The Academy took place in Denver from May 18-20, gathering 98 women coaches across various sports and collegiate levels. Participants engaged in leadership training focused on holistic coaching practices, networking, and learning from industry legends. The WCA, facilitated by WeCOACH, aims to bolster the presence and retention of women in athletic coaching. Since 2003, the WCA has educated over 2,500 coaches through scholarships and unique developmental experiences.

By the Numbers
  • 98 women coaches from 20 sports attended Class #56 of the NCAA Women Coaches Academy.
  • WeCOACH provided over $65,650 in scholarships to 61 participants.
State of Play
  • The WCA hosted sessions on leadership, holistic coaching, and community building.
  • Networking events included happy hours and awards celebrating women in sports.
What's Next

Pena and her peers will return to their respective institutions equipped with new insights and a sense of community, poised to impact collegiate athletics positively.

Bottom Line

Pena's participation in the NCAA Women Coaches Academy underscores the commitment to enhancing women's roles in sports coaching through professional development and community engagement.