Champion Of The Month - Aiva - She stayed strong when told she didn't belong

When a lad on her team told Aiva “NO GIRLS ALLOWED,” he thought those words would make her feel small. Instead, they lit a fire in her belly.

That day, Aiva stood tall. She didn’t answer back with violence or nasty words — she let her football do the talking. With big tackles, smart positioning, and a goal to her name, she proved exactly why girls belong in football.

For a girl who used to be shy, this was a huge moment. She showed courage, resilience, and pure heart. Aiva represented every girl who has ever been told they don’t belong, and she did it with pride.

Her determination inspired not just her teammates, but everyone watching. If we could all take a little of Aiva’s spirit — standing up for ourselves with dignity and passion — the world would be a better place.

Well done Aiva for being recognised as one of our 'Champions Of The Month'

We are excited to follow your journey and we wish you all the best

Champion Her Game Team