Nebraska Women's Athletic Leadership Alliance

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🌟 August Spotlight: Bridget Morton! 🌟

Bridget’s commitment to building a positive, inclusive culture goes far beyond the finish line! Through mindset, leadership, kindness, and traditions she creates a team environment where every student-athlete feels valued and empowered!

🌟 July Spotlight 🌟
This month we’re recognizing McKenna Nixon, Assistant Softball Coach at Gretna High School and Nebraska Gold. Her commitment to relationships, leadership, and empowering young women continues to make a lasting impact on every athlete she coaches!

🎉Congratulations to our 2025–2026 Nebraska Women’s Athletic Leadership Alliance Awards of Excellence nominees!🎉

We’re proud to celebrate these outstanding leaders and the impact they make in athletics and beyond. Join us as we honor them on July 20th at Set the Bar!

Nominations close Sunday at 7pm!
GET THOSE VOTES IN!⬇️

It’s that time of year to celebrate amazing women!🎉

If you know a woman who deserves to be recognized in their role as an AD, Assistant AD, AT, Coach, Assistant Coach, Official, an under 30 Trailblazer, or a Legacy, click the link below and nominate now!

https://forms.gle/Nc4joTPfTJWxMrnj9

It’s that time of year to celebrate amazing women!🎉

If you know a woman who deserves to be recognized in their role as an AD, Assistant AD, AT, Coach, Assistant Coach, Official, an under 30 Trailblazer, or a Legacy, click the link below and nominate now!

https://forms.gle/Nc4joTPfTJWxMrnj9

🌟 June Spotlight: LeAnn Boerema 🌟

From Big 12 podiums and Olympic Trials to impacting countless student-athletes, LeAnn Boerema exemplifies leadership, service, and excellence. Her dedication to helping students, coaches, and programs thrive is admirable!

May Spotlight 💙✨

From a bold career change to a calling in athletic training, Catherine Lewis leads with heart, trust, and purpose every single day. Her impact goes far beyond the sidelines—empowering student-athletes physically, mentally, and personally.

An excellent opportunity to support the mental health of our youth!

600+ wins. 6 state titles. Countless lives impacted. 💙💛

This month NWALA is proud to spotlight Sue Ziegler! A legendary coach whose legacy reaches far beyond the court. 👏