In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right, Teresa Saputo-Crerend and Philippa Portnoy — former Division 1 tennis teammates and now the co-founders of LaunchBreak share how mentorship, team values, and authentic leadership are helping women athletes succeed beyond sport.
With over 2000+ members and representation from nearly 700 schools, LaunchBreak supports women who’ve competed in collegiate, national, or professional sports with real opportunities: mentorship, job search guidance, and connection with others.
Teresa and Philippa talk about building trust, creating structure for mentorship, and why sports uniquely prepare women to lead.
Quote: “If you’re a woman athlete, you already have the skills — now it’s about recognizing and using them.” – Teresa Saputo-Crerend
Key takeaways:
- Mentorship works best with clear expectations
- Leadership starts with being a good teammate
- Feedback creates growth when there’s trust
If you're a woman athlete who competed at the collegiate, national, or pro level, join LaunchBreak for free today at LaunchBreak.com
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