Meet The Team

My name is Natasha Manji and I have been playing ice hockey since I was 6 and currently play at Shawnigan Lake School with the U18 Female Prep team. Through hockey, I have made long lasting friendships that I cherish to this day. Playing the sport has taught me great skills including leadership, teamwork, communication, respect and inclusion. I started Girls Breakaway Foundation to share my love for hockey and to inspire others. My hope is that all girls who want to play are given the same opportunity I was.

My name is Anya Porter and I’ve been playing hockey for over half my life. Hockey has taught me so many life lessons and paved the path to where I am today. Sports were so important in my life and had a huge influence on it. My goal is to help guide other female athletes and educate others on why it is so important to participate in sports throughout your life. I think it is so crucial that we continue to celebrate female athletes and provide equal opportunities to ensure that girls can have the same experience I did.

My name is Meera Smith and I have been playing hockey since the age of 4! I would not be where I am and who I am today if it wasnt for hockey. I am commited to promoting and supporting women in sport at every level and providing girls with the same oppurtunities I had when I was young. By providing equal opputunities, and resources to all, we can empower female athletes right now and for future generations.

My name is Mya Lawrence and I started playing hockey when I was 8 years old. I am so grateful for all the opportunities hockey has provided me. Hockey has shaped me into the person I am today. I believe it is extremely important for all girls in sports to be treated equally and given opportunities to pursue their goals.

My name is Morgan Jackson and I have been playing hockey since I could walk. I grew up in a small town and by playing hockey that became who I was. Hockey has played a huge role in my everyday life and I would not be where I am today without it. Since I came from a small town not very many girls were playing. This has motivated me to support any girls in sport and try to help them pursue their goals and dreams.