Jen Cooper is a writer, teacher, coach, and mom of three. A former varsity basketball player and long-time junior girls’ basketball coach, Jen brings her passion for empowering young athletes to every story she writes. She believes deeply in the confidence, courage, and creativity that sport gives girls, and her work reflects that heartbeat.

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Jen holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Victoria and has spent more than a decade teaching and mentoring young learners across British Columbia. Her experiences in classrooms and gymnasiums inspire the authenticity and humour in her books.

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When she’s not writing, Jen can be found coaching her basketball teams, cheering from the sidelines, or training as an elite amateur triathlete. She is a passionate advocate for girls in sport and loves visiting schools to talk about strength, storytelling, and believing boldly in who you are.