( ENSPIRE She Did That ) Courtney Green: From Court Star to Community Champion
ENSPIRE Contributor: Seanna Nona
Courtney Green knows something about winning—not just on the basketball court, but in life. As a former Division I athlete at Louisiana State University (LSU), she was a force to be reckoned with, known for her fierce determination, discipline, and team leadership. But Courtney’s most remarkable victories have come long after the final buzzer.
Today, Courtney is an accomplished entrepreneur, passionate community leader, and powerful mental health advocate. Her journey from competitive athletics to business and social impact is both inspiring and instructive, especially for young women navigating their paths.
“I had to redefine what success looked like for me after basketball. It wasn’t about trophies anymore—it became about purpose, healing, and using my platform to lift others.” – Courtney Green
Her transition from sports to entrepreneurship wasn’t without challenges, but Courtney leaned on the lessons sports taught her—resilience, time management, teamwork—to launch a thriving enterprise rooted in service and empowerment. Whether she’s speaking at youth conferences or hosting wellness workshops, she brings authenticity and heart to every endeavor.
Courtney’s passion for mental health advocacy was born out of personal experience and a deep empathy for the struggles faced by teen girls and young women today. “We are in the middle of a mental health crisis, and many girls are suffering in silence. I want them to know they are seen, loved, and never alone,” she says.
We caught up with Green to dive deeper. Here’s what she had to say:
What was the biggest emotional or mental shift you experienced moving from a high-level athlete to an entrepreneur and advocate?
The biggest shift was learning how to lead without a scoreboard. As an athlete, you have structure, teammates, and clear wins and losses. However, entrepreneurship and advocacy are often lonely, unstructured, and involve unseen labor. I had to redefine what progress looked like. I wasn’t chasing trophies anymore — I was building a legacy, creating impact, and doing the inner work. That required emotional maturity, spiritual depth, and a willingness to lead even when no one’s clapping.
How did your experience as a collegiate athlete shape your approach to business and leadership today?
Being a D1 athlete at LSU taught me discipline, time management, and how to push through discomfort. I learned how to lead by example, how to take feedback, and how to stay committed to the bigger picture. Today, I run my businesses and initiatives with that same mindset: show up early, stay ready, stay hungry. I also build teams the way I built trust on the court — through accountability, support, and shared purpose.
You often speak about resilience and faith. How have these values helped you navigate the complexities of motherhood, business, and advocacy work?
Resilience and faith are my foundation. As a wife, mother of five, and business owner, there are days I feel stretched thin — emotionally, physically, mentally. But my faith reminds me that I’m graced for this season, and my resilience reminds me that I’ve overcome far more than I give myself credit for. Every time I fall, I rise a little stronger, a little wiser. I lean on prayer, community, and self-compassion to keep going, especially when it feels heavy.
What advice would you give to young women struggling with their mental health or feeling overwhelmed by societal expectations?
Give yourself permission to pause, to feel, and to heal. You don’t have to be everything for everyone, and you don’t owe the world perfection. Prioritize your peace, protect your boundaries, and find spaces where you can be fully seen and supported. Therapy, journaling, mentorship — these aren’t luxuries, they’re lifelines. And most importantly: choose yourself. Don’t wait to be chosen.
How do you define success now, and how has that definition evolved?
Success used to be about recognition, accolades, and income. Now, it’s about impact and alignment. Am I showing up in a way that honors who I am? Am I raising emotionally healthy children? Am I building something that lives beyond me? That’s success to me now — legacy over likes, purpose over pressure, and peace over performance.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Courtney is also a devoted wife and mother of five, balancing the demands of family life with the call to lead and inspire. Her story is a testament to the strength of women who wear many hats and still choose to show up boldly.
Faith, femininity, and fearlessness define her brand—and her mission. As the founder of initiatives that mentor and uplift young women, Courtney continues to rewrite the narrative of what it means to be a modern woman of influence—unapologetically driven, deeply compassionate, and wholly herself.
In a world that often asks women to choose between ambition and family, vulnerability and strength, Courtney Green is the reminder that we can be all things—because we already are.
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