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ASCA WAC Podcast - Kelly Penfold + Sophie Dodd

ASCA WAC Podcast - Kelly Penfold + Sophie Dodd

Update: 2025-03-27
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In this episode of the ASCA Women's Advisory Committee Podcast, we sit down with Sophie Dodd, Head of Athletic Development at Somerset College and a passionate leader in the school-based strength and conditioning space. Sophie takes us through her inspiring journey from high-performance dreams in rugby union to her current role shaping adolescent athletes, particularly focusing on female participation and confidence in the gym. With honesty, energy, and warmth, she dives deep into navigating co-ed training spaces, coaching through puberty, the power of presenteeism, and the real challenges and wins of working within school systems. A must-listen for coaches, teachers, and anyone passionate about youth development and inclusive training environments.
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ASCA WAC Podcast - Kelly Penfold + Sophie Dodd

ASCA WAC Podcast - Kelly Penfold + Sophie Dodd

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