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Womxn in the Game:
Beyond the Game
This series exists to show girls and women that there is a place for them in sports in every role and at every level.


Womxn in the Game: Beyond the Game. Presenting Sijia Liu
After Sijia's basketball career at York University came to an end, Sijia Liu wasn't ready to leave the game behind. What started as sports reporting, and freelancing, eventually led her to a career in broadcasting, where she now works as a reporter and anchor at CP24, Toronto Breaking News. Sijia Liu - News Reporter/Anchor Quick Profile Name: Sijia Liu Role: News Reporter / Anchor Organization: CP24, Toronto Breaking News Location: Toronto, Ontario Instagram: @sijialiutv H
Jun 245 min read


Womxn in the Game: Beyond the Game. Presenting Whitney Jackson
Whitney is the current Lead Coach of the Pelham Panthers JK/SK, Gr 1-2 group. As a mother of two powerful girls, she couldn’t wait to share her passion with them. Growing up, she volunteered at Niagara College camps, creating opportunities for younger age groups in the community. Whitney Jackson - JK/SK, Gr. 1-2 Coach Quick Profile Name:Whitney Jackson Role: Coach Organization: Pelham Panthers Location: Pelham, Ontario Instagram: @miss.jackson12 Her Journey Whitney played
May 274 min read


Womxn in the Game: Beyond the Game Presenting Tashawna Higgins, Fitness Professional
Tashawna Higgins is a fitness professional and founder of Mrose Health & Fitness, using her experience in sport to create impact beyond competition. From professional basketball player to entrepreneurship, her journey reflects resilience, purpose, and a commitment to helping others become stronger, healthier, and confident. Tashawna Higgins Fitness Professional Quick Profile Name: Tashawna Higgins Role: Fitness Professional Organization: Mrose Health & Fitness Location: To
Apr 294 min read
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