To honour International Women’s Week, we want to say thank you to our many women coaches who promote our sport in such a positive manner and model strength, dedication and leadership for tomorrow’s leaders. We appreciate everything you do! We know how hard it is to balance work and family life! The fact that you still find the time to come out and volunteer with our athletes is proof of your superhero powers! Thank you!
One of the newest additions to the Ottawa Lions, Natalie brings a wealth of experience to our clubs young and developing athletes.
Coaching with the Aspire sprinters Natalie has been welcomed immediately and been able to merge into the team easily.
A multiple National Champion in the 400m, World Junior National Team member who has competed in both NCAA and USports makes her position working with our high school aged athletes ideal. Her experience in knowing the demands and commitment required to reach the highest level of our sport as a junior provides some practicality for our younger athletes who will be looking to make decision in the future. Natalie’s excellence in academics (completing her undergrad at Notre Dame, her masters and PhD with the University of Toronto) only adds to her image as a role model on and off the track. As Natalie completes her PhD in the Department of Higher Education of Leadership she continues to seek avenues to share her knowledge and learn from those around her. Her kind and thoughtful personality makes it easy for athletes to connect with her and fellow coaches to interact. It has been a pleasure to have Natalie join our team and look forward to seeing what she brings in the future.