Support HER | Health & Well-Being
Supporting the Whole Athlete. On and Off the Field.
At FC North, we believe developing strong female athletes means supporting more than their performance on the field. It means creating an environment where girls feel healthy, confident, connected, and supported through every stage of their journey.
Through Support HER, we’re committed to promoting the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our female athletes while providing families with meaningful resources, educational opportunities, and experiences that extend beyond soccer.
Our goal is simple: Help every girl feel supported, empowered, and confident—both as an athlete and as a person.
Our Commitment to Her Well-Being
Every female athlete’s journey is different. As players grow, they face new physical challenges, emotional pressures, and personal experiences that can influence their confidence, happiness, and relationship with sports.
Support HER focuses on three important areas:
Physical Health & Wellness: Encouraging healthy development, injury prevention, proper recovery, and lifelong physical activity.
Mental & Emotional Well-Being: Creating an environment where athletes feel comfortable expressing themselves, asking for help, and building resilience.
Connection & Belonging: Strengthening relationships among teammates, coaches, and families through kindness, inclusion, and mutual support.
Support HER in Action
Keeping Her Healthy, Strong & Playing
At FC North, we recognize that keeping girls healthy and active goes beyond training and competition. Understanding their unique physical needs, recognizing health concerns, and building healthy habits are essential to their long-term well-being.
Through Support HER, we aim to connect players, parents, and coaches with educational opportunities and trusted healthcare professionals to better understand:
Injury Prevention & Recovery: Recognizing potential risks and supporting safe recovery.
Female Athlete Health: Understanding physical development and unique health considerations.
Nutrition & Wellness: Encouraging healthy habits that support energy, recovery, and overall well-being.
Long-Term Athletic Development: Helping girls stay healthy, confident, and engaged in sports throughout their lives.
One example is our support of the Hartford HealthCare Sports Medicine Keep Her Playing Conference, which connects athletes and families with expert knowledge and practical strategies for staying healthy and active.
Mental Health Matters
Stronger Together. On and Off the Field.
At FC North, being a great teammate means more than what happens during training or games. It means recognizing when someone needs support, showing kindness, and looking out for one another.
During September, in recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, FC North placed a special focus on mental health, encouraging conversations, connection, and support among teammates.
No One Has to Struggle Alone.
Our teams participated in activities designed to build stronger relationships, encourage positive conversations, and remind players that they are part of something bigger than soccer.
The FC North Kindness Wall
One highlight of our September initiative was the creation of our Kindness Wall, where players wrote compliments and positive messages to teammates.
These simple acts of encouragement reinforced an important lesson: a few thoughtful words can make a meaningful difference in someone’s day.
Throughout September, teams participated in activities focused on:
Lift Each Other Up: Sharing compliments and celebrating teammates.
Connect: Getting to know one another beyond soccer through conversations and common interests.
Stronger Together: Encouraging one another, spreading awareness, and recognizing the importance of looking out for teammates.
FC North Kindness Wall Photos
Our hope is that these conversations and connections extend beyond September, helping create a club culture where every player feels valued, included, and supported.
More Than a Game
Support HER reflects our belief that soccer can be a powerful platform for building healthy, confident, and resilient young women.
As we continue to grow this initiative, our commitment is to create more opportunities for education, connection, and meaningful conversations around the health and well-being of female athletes.
Because success isn’t measured only by the players we develop. It’s also measured by the people they become.
Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Keep Her Playing Conference
Presented by Hartford HealthCare Sports Medicine
A free educational conference dedicated to advancing the health, safety, and longevity of female athletes.
Designed for female athletes ages 13–25 and their parents, the event features expert speakers, evidence-based strategies, and practical tools to support female athlete health.
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: University of Hartford – Chase Arena
Address: 200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT
Cost: Free
