Rugby Oregon presents a Youth Leadership & Performance Clinic featuring several National and Professional Athletes–sure to be an unforgettable experience for local youth athletes.
About the Clinic
This clinic is hosted by Gresham High Athletics, Rugby Oregon and East County Rugby (Grackles & Mt. Hood) and supported by a grant from the City of Gresham’s Office of Violence Prevention. The funding is designed to expand access to positive youth development programs through sport and community connection.
We’ll be welcoming 7th–12th grade student-athletes from across East County, as well as from schools throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington. While the event is led by Rugby Oregon, it’s open to athletes from all sports. The goal is to help them build leadership skills, mental toughness, and a sense of belonging through the shared language of sport.
Clinic Details
- 📍 Location: Gresham High School – Auxiliary Gym
- 📅 Date: Saturday, December 6
- 🕙 Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (lunch provided)
- 🎯 Target Audience: 7th–12th grade student-athletes from all sports
Topics & Sessions
- Unlocking the Champion Mindset – Red2Blue mental training
- Nutrition for Performance – fueling for focus and energy
- Identity in Sport – understanding who you are beyond the game
Confirmed Athletes & Leaders
- Gabrielle Fernandopulle
- Ashley Kmiecik
- Nikki Kenyon
- Sharon Blaney
- Tinashe Muchena
In Discussion: Kayla Hunkin-Clark, Pooki A’au, Pago Haini, Martin Losefo, Dev Ferris
Our Goal
We want to help student-athletes:
- Develop confidence and mental resilience (Red2Blue mindset)
- Learn practical ways to take care of their bodies and performance
- Reflect on their identity as teammates, leaders, and individuals
- Build positive connections with Olympians, professionals, and mentors who have lived it
