She’s Got Game is an initiative at the University of Guelph to advance gender equity and women in sport. Launched in 2018 the initiative was created to ensure equal access for women to athletic scholarships, development opportunities and recognition. It is built on three pillars of fundraising, policy, and engagement.
In six years, the initiative has raised a total of $2,520,613 and supported 550 student-athletes with She’s Got Game scholarships. Moreover, the Athletics Department has informed policy changes, raised awareness, and engaged the broader community with new events and programs.
Featured Updates to She's Got Game - Over the Years
2016
She’s Got Game Gala
The She’s Got Game Gala was launched in 2016 and is currently sponsored by RBC. This event has been hosted for six years in person and now two years virtually and raises money for women's athletic scholarships.
2018
She’s Got Game Initiative Launched
In October of 2018 one of the most ambitious fundraising drives in Canadian women’s sport history was launched. With a goal of raising $2.5 million to support Gryphon women's student-athletes.
She’s Got Game Clothing Line
In partnership with One Tooth Active Wear Guelph and Gryph’s Locker the She’s Got Game clothing line was launched in 2018. Limited items of apparel are still available.
Gryphon Pizza Day
On Pizza Day, $5 from every large pizza sold goes back to support She’s Got Game. The event has evolved to a special day on the calendar that the entire Gryphon community gets behind and looks forward to. This past year we celebrated our sixth annual Gryphon Pizza Day, and over the six years it has raised a total of $28,600.
2020
Women in Sport Speaking Series
This Speaker Series took place in 2020 during the pandemic. It was a virtual engagement opportunity through two events "She Can Coach" and "Athlete for Life".
2021
She's Got Game Pro-Am
The She's Got Game Pro-Am was hosted in 2021 in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The event raised over $12,000.
2022
Guelph Soccer, She Can Coach
The She Can Coach program is a federal government-funded project with the goal of ensuring more women and girls are able to enjoy the benefits of soccer by addressing the current challenges that they face related to participation. A three- year pilot project funded by Sport Canada is currently in its third year.
Guelph Soccer, SGG Women's League
This Guelph Soccer league is geared toward women and provides childcare services to participants to limit barriers. In 2023 they saw a participation increase of 48% compared to 2022. Waitlists have been developed for this league and as a result the Guelph Soccer Club is looking to expand the She’s Got Game league in the summer of 2024.
She’s Got Game Gryphon Summer Camp
This weeklong summer camp is designed to provide encouragement and support to campers who have big dreams and goals in sport. It is run by a team of experienced women’s varsity sport coaches and athletes. Participants build wellness and leadership skills that will help them navigate life as they face ongoing challenges and obstacles.
She's Got Game Club Grant
The purpose of this grant is to help cover the costs associated to enhance the experience for women athletes in our club program. The SGG Clubs Grant Review committee will review applications and determine recipient(s) for a grant.
SGG Games
Since 2022, Athletics has hosted a She’s Got Game basketball and hockey game. The event is showcased by an all-women’s GryphVision broadcast crew made up of former alumni. It also includes information booths on She’s Got game, and She’s Got Game apparel as prizes and giveaways.
2024
$2.5 Million Milestone in She's Got Game Initiative
In six years, the initiative has raised a total of $2,520,613 and supported 550 student-athletes. The milestone achievement was celebrated Feb. 24, 2024 at the annual She’s Got Game Gala with over 200 supporters in attendance.
If you are interested in learning more about how you can further support our student-athletes, please contact our Senior Development Manager Chris Moulton at cmoulton@uoguelph.ca.
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