Micaëlla Riché is a professional in sport for development, seamlessly bridging research and practice to drive meaningful change in youth sports. With over 15 years of basketball experience competing and coaching at the provincial, national, and international levels, she brings a wealth of firsthand knowledge to the sector.
Pursuing a doctorate in Educational Sustainability, Micaella applies her background as a professional athlete and coach to create innovative, evidence-based programming for young athletes.
Now in her fifth year at Lay-Up Basketball, she oversees curriculum design for youth ages 6-14 and leads the training and development of 60+ youth coaches across the city. Her work ensures that coaches are equipped with the skills and knowledge to foster positive, inclusive, and high-quality sport experiences for youth of all skill levels.
