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Kirsten, GOTR SCWI coach and alum reflects on how Girls on the Run builds confidence, connection, and a sense of belonging that lasts far beyond the season.

This season, I step back into a coaching role to experience the program firsthand.

In this first post of a three-part series, I will take you inside a Girls on the Run practice all the way to the 5K finish line.

Empowering girls and building confidence with Coach Elizabeth Triplett

In retirement, Maureen Muldoon and Julie Konstanz discovered a new passion, coaching with Girls on the Run. What began as a way to focus on wellness, learning, and giving back has become a meaningful journey of inspiration, confidence-building, and community connection.

Madeline Pope was a GOTR SCWI participant from 2007-2009. Hear in her own words why she has chosen to give back as a GOTR Coach.

Meet GOTR superstar KK, fifth grader from Henderson Elementary! 

Melissa Belk is a GOTR donor, SoleMate, and coach in her third season at Orchard Ridge Elementary in Madison. We recently got to ask her some questions about her "why" and experience as a coach. We hope it brings joy and inspiration to you! 

Coaches like Shelley are the heart of what we do. Shelley is a retired elementary school teacher who taught for years at Elvehjem Elementary School in Madison. She is also a Girls on the Run coach who has been sharing her heart with our teams for 20+ seasons.

Long-time Girls on the Run of South Central Wisconsin volunteer coach Joy Newman has been recognized by Girls on the Run International with their Remarkable Volunteer Award.