Baton Rouge native Courtney Green has always known how to lead. First, she led with fire and focus on the basketball court as a Division I athlete at LSU. Today, she leads with purpose, empathy, and faith — dedicating her life to empowering the next generation of girls and young women to rise strong in a world that often tries to dim their light.
Green’s journey from athlete to author, entrepreneur, and advocate hasn’t been a straight line, but it’s been deeply intentional. Balancing her role as a wife and mother of five with her mission-driven work, she has built a life anchored in service and storytelling. And her story resonates — not because it’s glossy or perfect, but because it’s real.
“I’m not perfect — I’m present,” Green often says, and that presence is exactly what makes her so impactful. Whether she’s speaking at a high school assembly, guiding young women through emotional healing, or tucking in her children at night, she shows up with honesty and heart.
At the center of her growing platform is her latest book, Stronger Every Day, a guide for teen girls and young women navigating the emotional ups and downs of adolescence. It’s a book born from experience — her own struggles as a young athlete, her growth as a woman, and her commitment to mental wellness as a mother and mentor.
With mental health at the forefront of her mission, Green is unafraid to address the silent battles so many young women face. She creates spaces where conversations about trauma, healing, and faith aren’t just welcome — they’re encouraged. Her previous book, Dance in the Rain, and her initiative to launch transitional homes for single mothers and veterans, speak to her belief that purpose and profit are not mutually exclusive.
Green’s work off the page is just as powerful. She is deeply involved in youth development programs, mental health summits, and housing support initiatives. From basketball clinics to homeless outreach, she meets people where they are, offering both practical tools and emotional support.
When asked who inspires her, she points to Sarah Jakes Roberts — another woman who has turned pain into purpose. Much like her role model, Green is building a legacy rooted in transformation, blending entrepreneurship with empathy and faith with action.
Courtney Green is a reminder of what it looks like to show up authentically and consistently, even in the hard moments. Her message to young women is simple but profound: You are allowed to be strong and still healing. You are allowed to lead while still learning.
Through every chapter of her life, Courtney Green continues to redefine what success looks like. It’s not just about accolades or accomplishments, it’s about impact. And if her journey is any indication, that impact is only just beginning.
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