Technically, she’s a training camp and preseason intern working with inside linebackers. But her hiring became a big moment for the NFL. Finally, a woman was getting involved in the sport after too many years of just guys.
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Welter, in a piece for The MMQB, described her excitement about being hired and the attention she received because of it.
She also added she was “overwhelmed” by the amount of attention she received. Welter was mentioned on Twitter by some big names and couldn’t believe it.
“Hillary Clinton? That’s a woman who has come so far in politics. She could be our next president. And she’s excited about what I’m doing in football?”
Welter’s entire story is worth reading. She explains why a female coach in sports in so important to the players. She also mentions Becky Hammon, the Spurs’ summer league coach who led the team to a title.
