Our Mission
The mission of Game ChangeHer Events is to empower women, especially those over 40, through the sport of pickleball by creating inclusive, dynamic environments where all people can connect, learn, and grow. By hosting events, clinics, and leadership networking opportunities, Game ChangeHer is committed to uplifting women leaders, supporting female senior pro athletes, and fostering a sense of community for all through the fastest-growing sport in the world. Our goal is to change the game by providing opportunities for women to thrive both on and off the court, promoting women-led brands, and amplifying the voices of senior pro female athletes in pickleball.
*While our mission is to empower women, all are welcome at
Game ChangeHER!
Who We Are
Angela Farmer
Angela Farmer is the co-founder and visionary behind Game ChangeHer, a company she created alongside Lee Whitwell to empower women through pickleball. Angela's passion lies in building inclusive spaces where women, particularly those over 50, can rediscover the joy of sports and community. Her leadership has shaped Game ChangeHer into a movement that challenges the industry to better support senior pro players, women at all levels of the game, and all who love the sport.
Lee Whitwell
Lee is a Senior Pro Pickleball player and a key figure in the Game ChangeHer team. Alongside Angela Farmer, Lee created Game ChangeHer to address the need for more inclusive spaces for women in pickleball, especially for those over 50 and senior pro players. Her expertise and dedication have helped shape the company’s mission to build confidence, skills, and community through the sport she loves.
Meet the Team
Yvone Ting
Yvonne is a strategic partner and advocate for women’s empowerment within Game ChangeHer. With a background in sports management and community engagement, Yvonne helps design events that build skills and confidence for women in pickleball. Her commitment to fostering strong communities aligns perfectly with the company’s goals.
Nik Slater
Nik Slater is a former professional tennis player turned pickleball athlete, bringing her expertise and competitive edge from the tennis court to the fastest-growing sport in the world. With six tour titles and two Wimbledon appearances under her belt, Nik combines elite athleticism with a passion for pickleball. As a standout competitor on Pickleball Paddle Battle Season 1, she continues to inspire and energize the pickleball community with her skill and dedication.
Lily Kordic-Mueller
Originally from Belgrade, Serbia, Lily Kordic-Mueller began her athletic career as a standout tennis player, representing Serbia’s
National Team. She earned a scholarship to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where she competed as a Division I
collegiate tennis player while completing an undergraduate degree in Finance, followed by an MBA and an MS in Accounting.
Lily then built a successful career at Ernst & Young, LLP, all while pursuing endurance sports such as Ironman triathlons and long-distance cycling. Lily was first introduced to pickleball in 2022 and quickly fell in love with the sport. She transitioned to senior pro status in 2023, winning multiple titles on the APP Senior Pro Tour and at the
National Championships. In 2024, she joined the Coachella Valley Scorpions as part of the National Pickleball League’s Senior Pro
season, further solidifying her place in the sport. As passionate about giving back as she is about competing, Lily dedicates herself to coaching and mentoring players of all levels.
She enjoys sharing her expertise to help others discover the joy of pickleball, develop their skills, and grow their confidence. Her
enthusiasm and guidance inspire new and experienced players alike, fostering a love for the game and strengthening the
pickleball community.
Carrina DeVera
​Carrina brings a wealth of knowledge from her experience in athletic training and sports development. As part of the Game ChangeHer team, she focuses on helping women build confidence through personalized coaching and development programs. Her expertise ensures that all players, from beginners to pros, are supported in their growth.
Theresa Tarn
Theresa Tarn is a professional pickleball player and coach, ranked 15th in Women’s Doubles by the APP. A retired physical education teacher, she has earned multiple podium finishes and now shares her expertise through lessons, clinics, and camps with partners like Gamma and Nike. Theresa’s focus lies in fostering skill development and community within the sport.
Cantillon Endara
PPR-Certified Professional Instructor | D-1 Tennis – University of Alabama | #2 Singles – APP Champions Pro Tour Cantillon Endara is a dynamic and highly skilled athlete with a strong background in Division I tennis from the University of Alabama. Now a PPR-certified professional instructor, Cantillon brings elite training, competitive grit, and strategic insight to every coaching session.
Currently ranked #2 in singles on the APP Champions Pro Tour, Cantillon is known for a fierce playing style, sharp footwork, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Whether on the court competing or coaching, Cantillon is committed to pushing the limits of performance and empowering others to do the same.
Claire Grahber
Claire is a seasoned communications professional with a deep passion for sports advocacy. She manages outreach and engagement for Game ChangeHer, ensuring that the company’s mission reaches a broad audience. Her work in communications helps create lasting connections with women in the pickleball community.
Natalie Todorovic-Shaw
Natalie Todorovic-Shaw has been competing and teaching pickleball since 2020. She is a 2024 U.S. Open Gold medalist in Women's doubles. Recently, in Nov 2024, she was a captain of the Serbia pickleball team competing in the UK among other 23 countries at the first European Championship, also winning gold in Womens doubles.
Natalie enjoys spreading pickleball and is an Ambassador for Serbia where she organized the first pickleball tournament in 2023. Natalie likes to teach new and advanced players. She focuses on both physical as well as mental components of the game equally and helps guide students on and off the court.
Kelsey Grambeau
Kelsey moved to New York in April 2022 from North Carolina and began playing pickleball a few weeks later to make some friends and get involved with the community. Six months later after playing some 4.5/5.0 tournaments Kelsey transitioned into playing professionally. Kelsey competes primarily on the APP Tour and has made multiple semifinal appearances along with earning a bronze medal in women's doubles at APP Cincinnati and a women's gold medal at the APP English Open. Kelsey has also competed for two Major League Pickleball teams in the NY Hustlers and the Chicago Slice. Kelsey continues to play professionally while also working a full-time job as an Account Executive for LeagueApps in NYC.
Kelsey grew up for 10 years in Adelaide, Australia, competed at the University of Wisconsin for the Women's Tennis team and has degrees in both biology (Bachelor's, UW Madison) and Sports Management (Master's, UNC Chapel Hill). She is a total foodie and enjoys trying new restaurants, exploring NYC, hanging out with friends, and listening to the Big Bootie mixes on a regular basis.
