About

Meet our Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Jen Brooks, CMAA

I’ve spent most of my career as one of the only women in the room.

At first, that felt isolating.

Over time, it became something else. It became a responsibility.

I realized that if I was going to sit at those tables, I wasn’t just there for myself. I was there for the women who weren’t in the room yet.

And I kept asking the same question:

Where do women working in high school sports go to connect, to be supported, and to grow?

The answer was…nowhere.

So I built it.

What This Is

The Global Community of Women in High School Sports is an open network.

There is no membership fee.
There is nothing to join.

It’s simply a space to step into.

A place where women in high school sports can connect, share, ask questions, and support one another.

Because this work is too important to do alone.

Why It Matters

Too many women are still doing this work on their own.

Too many are the only one in their department, their conference, or their room.

This community exists so that changes.

So that when you need support, you have somewhere to go.
So that when you have a question, someone answers.
So that when you feel like you’re the only one… you’re not.

Meet Jen

I’m Jen Brooks.

I’ve spent over 30 years in education and nearly three decades as an Athletic Director.

I’ve built programs, mentored athletic directors across the country, and spent my career advocating for women in sports.

But I didn’t have this when I started.

No network.
No roadmap.
No one to call who understood what this role really looked like.

So I figured it out as I went.

And eventually, I stopped trying to fit into rooms that weren’t built for me…
and started creating ones that were.

That’s what this community is.

Who Belongs Here

If you are working in high school sports, you belong here.

Athletic Directors
Coaches
Future leaders

And the allies who want to support and be part of something better

What We’re Building

We’re building connection.

We’re building support.

We’re building something that makes this work feel a little less heavy and a lot more connected.

Welcome

You don’t have to earn your way in.

You already belong here.

Become a Global Community State Leader!

Are you passionate about advancing women in high school sports and building a stronger, more connected community of Athletic Administrators and Coaches? As a Global Community State Leader, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of our movement in your state.

What does being a State Leader involve?

Expand Our Network: Use your connections and influence to invite Athletic Directors, Coaches, aspiring leaders, and allies—both men and women—to join the Global Community. Your efforts will help grow our membership and amplify our mission.
Be the Voice for Your State: Serve as the primary liaison between your state and the Global Community. Share key updates, highlight needs, and keep the Executive Council informed of what’s happening in your region.
Innovate and Inspire: Bring fresh ideas to the table! Whether it’s creative recruitment strategies, collaboration opportunities, or ways to better serve our members, your input will help us continually improve and expand our reach.

Why become a State Leader?

Make a Difference: Help create meaningful connections and provide opportunities for others to grow and thrive in their careers.
Gain Recognition: Represent your state on a national level as a key advocate for the Global Community’s mission.
Join a Supportive Network: Work alongside a passionate team of leaders and gain access to unique resources, mentorship, and collaboration opportunities.

We believe every idea has value, and together, we can create lasting change. Ready to lead the way for your state? Join us as a State Leader today and help shape the future of women in high school sports!