SPORTS MENTORS

I'm Alanna Doxtdator, and my journey in sports has been a lifelong passion that now fuels my role as a coach and athlete mentor at Athletes United....

My name is Alysia Bianchin, and I have a passion for enhancing athletic performance and development. My journey in athletics has been a significant part of my life, shaping who I am today and fueling my drive for excellence....

Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, I grew up as a competitive junior tennis player, playing tournaments across Ontario. Earning a scholarship to Colorado Mesa University, CO, I was captain for three out of my four years, leading my team to a conference final three years in a row....

My name is Andrew Ralph. I was born in Victoria, B.C.. My entire life was being a part of sports. I was watching the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB and European Soccer....

I grew up in London, Ontario, with a lifelong passion for sports, particularly soccer, which I have been playing for 28 years. In my youth years I played for local teams in leagues both in and around the province as well as Team Ontario in the Provincial Development Program....

My name is Anne Ibey, I was born and raised in Niagara Falls, Ontario where my love for sports began. I have had an extensive and accomplished background in soccer, starting with participation in local Niagara teams since the age of four....

Hi there! My name is Anne, and I am originally from the Netherlands and moved to Canada in 2022 to do my graduation internship. I fell in love with the Canadian outdoors and now I am a permanent resident. As with many of my colleagues at Athletes United, sport is part of my identity and has been ...

I was born and raised in Niagara Falls, Ontario, where my passion for sports began at a young age. Starting with hockey, I quickly developed a love for athletics that would shape much of my life. In grade 6, I embarked on a football career that would become a defining part of my journey....

Sports have been a transformative force in my life, shaping my identity and resilience. They kept me grounded and out of trouble....

Carmelle's enthusiasm for building solid relationships and empowering youth truly branches from her various athletic, work and life experiences. As your dedicated mentor, she is thrilled to be a part of your athletic journey and beyond!...

I have always had a passion for hockey and self development. My journey has been a bumpy ride for sure since I took on the world of pro hockey. The ups and the downs have shaped me into the athlete and person I am now....

Born in Hamilton, ON, I grew up a two-sport athlete, splitting my time between the hockey arena and baseball diamond. My hockey playing career concluded after 17 seasons....

My name is Derek Farace. I was born in Toronto but grew up in Orangeville. I started skating when I was two and have been in love with hockey ever since....

I have been playing competitive volleyball for 16+ years and coaching athletes of all levels for 10+ years. My growth began as a youth athlete in the United States, where I played on multiple top-tier junior teams and travelled across the country to compete against the best in my age brackets....

My name is Holden Garlent, I am a professional lacrosse player for the Saskatchewan Rush and a sports enthusiast....

I’m Iona and I was born and raised in Edinburgh, Scotland before moving to Toronto. Sports and fitness has been a huge part of my life through participating, coaching and my studies....

Experienced Elite Fitness Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the health, wellness and fitness industry. Skilled in Health & Wellness Coaching, Strength Training, Functional Nutrition, Bodybuilding/ Body Sculpting, Competition Preparation & Posing....

Career USports Football Coach including 10 years as Head Football Coach at St. Francis Xavier University. In total has coached 36 years of USports Football at a number of Canadian Universities....

I was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta where I spent the majority of my time growing up and never really left until I decided that it was enough of Calgary: time to explore the world and chose to end down to the United States to pursue my education career along with my hockey career....

I am a dedicated civil engineer and former elite athlete. A graduate of Queen's University with honors in civil engineering, I believe I made a significant impact both on and off the soccer field....

My name is Love-Star Alexis, a 23-year-old professional tennis player. Born in Haiti, I moved to Canada with my family at the age of five. I discovered tennis at the age of nine, and my love for the game has only grown since....

Before becoming a coach, Maria was an avid soccer player. She started her career with Vaughan Soccer Club where her team led the club to Ontario cup championships, tons of tournament championships and more....

I began figure skating when I was 4 years old and soon after began competing nationally on synchronized skating teams. I was a member of the Varsity Figure Skating team at the University of Guelph from 2015-2019 and had to persevere through the physical and mental challenge of sustaining a sports ...

My athletics started at a young age where I was a successful cross country runner and basketball player in a small town in Ontario called Elora. During my highschool years I competed at OFSAA back-back years coming top in Ontario for cross country. ...

I grew up a multi-sport athlete, playing football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, baseball and was in dance class. Towards the end of high school decided I wanted to pursue baseball and went out west to Prairie Baseball Academy, a post-grad baseball program....

My name is Nik Cardinal, born and raised in Bonnyville, Alberta. I grew up playing a variety of sports which included AA Hockey and Baseball. I have always had a deep love for the game of baseball. I became motivated to pursue my athletic career after seeing my older brothers compete at a high level....

Born and raised amidst the sporting culture of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, my journey into athletics began with a passion for hockey, softball, and lacrosse before discovering my true love: volleyball....

My name is Prince Solanki, born in New Delhi, India. Throughout my life, I’ve been very passionate about sports and how it can change lives. I’m a Black Belt Dan 1 in Judo....

I am Sara, a dedicated athlete and sports mentor with a passion for soccer that has shaped my life both on and off the field....

I competed in many sports in high school, but my passions were hockey and track and field. I was a goaltender in hockey and a sprinter in track and field. My AA hockey team received a silver medal in 2015 at the city championships and I also received the award for Most Improved Player....

Recently home after six years in the United States, Sydney (aka “Syd”) is ready to share her firsthand experience and knowledge as an NCAA student-athlete. Upon Sydney’s initial soccer scholarship, she began her U.S. journey at Harcum College (Pennsylvania) migrating to Post University (Connecticut) ...

After being a part of the figure skating community for nearly 40 years, I have done more than just skate. Being a competitive figure skater in Alberta through the 90’s, and after getting my Quad Gold (Gold Figures, Gold Freeskate, Gold Dance and Gold Skating Skills) I began my path to becoming a ...

I’m from Toronto, I grew up playing play many sports but falling in love with basketball. I won a championship on the team Ontario provincial team u17....

I was born in the stunning town of Banff, Alberta, Canada. At a young age my family relocated to Orangeville, Ontario, where I spent the majority of my childhood. Early on, I developed a passion for sports, with hockey holding a special place in my heart....