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Samantha Kelley

About the Author

Samantha Kelley
Contributor
Founder and President
FIERCE Athlete

Samantha Kelley is the founder and current president of FIERCE Athlete, Inc. Kelley played Division I Soccer at the University of Connecticut and continues to be involved in competitive rowing. She has spent the last 12 years working for Catholic nonprofits and outreach to female athletes.

In addition to a Masters in Catholic Psychology, Kelley holds certification in Strength & Conditioning and has extensively studied the Theology of the Body. It was through the teachings of Theology of the Body and the Catholic Church that she discovered what it means to be both feminine and athletic. Kelley is dedicated to helping female athletes and women across the world to encounter the healing power of these teachings.

Published Pieces

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Body-image, Identity, and Athletics with Samantha Kelley and Fr. Craig Vasek

Samantha Kelley, founder of Fierce Athlete Ministry, reflects on her experience as an NCAA D1 athlete and more recent work with athletes to explore questions of identity, healthy body image, and masculinity and femininity.

Samantha Kelley
Rev. Craig Vasek
Aug 7, 2025