“Girls on Fire” is an annual cultural event in Dina’s Place for the female student-athletes of Winthrop Athletics. This night is created by the administration in the athletic department to enhance development in the classroom, on the court and field and in life. The night contains various speakers from the department, university and local businesses.
Tara Harrawood, associate attorney for Marcellino and Tysons Attorneys at Law in Charlotte, spoke to the female athletes to encourage the Lady Eagles on how to accomplish their goals. “I was truly honored to be asked to speak at the Girls on Fire’ event,” Harrawood said. “When empowering other women, it is important to remind them that they are capable. It is truly amazing what women are able to accomplish when you simply remind them that they can.”
The main focus of this event was for the athletes to feel encouraged and empowered to accomplish their goals. “It is easy to get caught up in academics and athletics as a student -athlete, but this event helped me understand how important it is to build yourself and your confidence to compete when trying to achieve a certain career,” said sophomore women’s soccer player Megan Loveland.
“Being a positive role model and source of encouragement for young women is important to me because of the great influences I was fortunate to have at that time in my life,” Harrawood said. “I wouldn’t be where I am today without the support of other strong women, and I want to make sure I continue to pay that forward to young women in my life.”
The next “Girls On Fire” will be held in March of 2020.
