Lead Sports Co. Welcomes Olympian Haylie McCleney as Lead Softball Co-Founder and Investor
Kara Lynn Joyce and Lead Sports Co. are proud to welcome 2020 Olympian Haylie McCleney to the team as Co-Founder of Lead Softball and investor in Lead Sports Co. The first annual Lead Summit for softball players will be held in San Diego, Oct 7-9, 2022.
Haylie is a 2020 Olympic silver medalist, two-time World Champion, and four-time NCAA All-American for the University of Alabama. She has a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology from Florida Atlantic University and is a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Haylie’s love for softball grew out of playing sports, specifically baseball, in the backyard with her younger brothers in Alabama.
Haylie’s vision to bring the Lead Summit to softball comes from her deep passion to mentor the next generation of female softball players. The Lead Summit connects young female athletes with elite athletes and experts through an all-inclusive, 3-day event. Through these partnerships and connections, the Lead Summit empowers female student-athletes to equip themselves with the skills and confidence to be leaders as students, athletes, and members of the community.
“I’m really excited to bring LEAD into softball because it is centered on developing the qualities that make us great human beings, not just great athletes. LEAD impacts young women in a profound way already and I’m really eager to get this into the softball community.”
“We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Haylie to the Lead Team as a Co-Founder and Investor. It’s our goal to share our mission of empowering young women in sports with as many athletes as possible, and Haylie was the perfect partner to introduce Lead to the sport of softball. From her experience as a young player, all the way through her Olympic run, Haylie understands the importance of not just hard work on the field, but also the confidence and leadership skills to be a team member that impacts those around her.”
The mission of the Lead Sports Co. is to elevate and empower female athletes through our yearly summits and online academy. Since 2017, the Lead Sports Co. has educated and empowered hundreds of female athletes through the Lead Summit and Academy. Founded as LEAD, our goal has always been to provide a platform for Leadership, Empowerment, and Athletic Development.
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Who can attend the Lead Summit?
The Lead Summit is open to female athletes ages 13-18. All levels are welcome, including seasonal, college-bound, and recreation league players nationwide.
What Should Attendees Expect at the Summit?
Keynote Speakers: Presentations from experts on confidence, sport psychology, nutrition, and leadership with world-class athletes and Lead academy coaches
Breakout Sessions: In-depth discussions in a small-group setting to share experiences, ask questions, and interact with athletes and experts.
Gifting Suite Experience: Lead apparel and other gifts from our partner brands.
Softball Clinic: Skills, drills, and conditioning led by Haylie and other pro players.
All-Inclusive Stay and Transportation: All activities and experiences, meals, and hotel accommodations are included.
For more information on the Lead Summit, please visit our website at https://www.leadsportsco.com/softball.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our team at hello@leadsportsco.com.
