NFL's first female coach Jen Welter cold-called the Cardinals
Jen Welter worked her way up the Cardinals' phone tree while pretending to be a male coach's assistant in order to land an interview.
Jen Welter worked her way up the Cardinals' phone tree while pretending to be a male coach's assistant in order to land an interview.
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Jen Welter: books, biography, latest update
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NFL's first female coach, Jen Welter of the Arizona Cardinals, played pro arena football in Texas
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Dr. Jen Welter, first female NFL coach, among XFL's final coaching staff picks - ESPN
Jen Welter introduced as first female NFL coach
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How Jen Welter got hired by the Arizona Cardinals - ESPN - Arizona Cardinals Blog- ESPN
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Arizona Cardinals make history with introduction of Jen Welter
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About Coach Jen Welter
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Female running back Jen Welter - Sports Illustrated
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These Women Were N.F.L. 'Firsts.' They're Eager for Company. - The New York Times
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Slowly, Path to Hiring of NFL's First Female Head Coach Is Taking Shape, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Female running back Jen Welter - Sports Illustrated
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Girls flag football camp led by 1st female NFL coach Jen Welter coming to Elgin - Chicago Sun-Times
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Jen Welter: books, biography, latest update