Elissa Kalver, Finding Your Support System | The Champion’s Edge with Bonnie Bernstein

Former field hockey goalie, entrepreneur, and cancer “thriver” Elissa Kalver shares how the lessons she learned through sports became the foundation for navigating adversity far beyond the field. From success under pressure as a goalie to building a non-profit business, Elissa reveals how the discipline, resilience, and camaraderie of athletics shaped her approach to life and career. After being diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer at just 34 years old, Elissa leaned on the same athlete mindset that once fueled her competitive drive, learning to advocate for herself, trust her instincts, and build the right support system around her. Through her nonprofit, her mentorship of young cancer survivor Estella, and mission to help others facing hardship, Elissa illustrates that true strength is not about facing challenges alone, but about showing up for others, asking for help, and continuing to fight with purpose, hope, and heart. About The Show: “The Champion’s Edge with Bonnie Bernstein” is a half-hour TV series that celebrates inspiring women whose experiences in sports helped shape their lives and careers. Hosted by award-winning sports journalist Bonnie Bernstein, each episode features accomplished leaders who share the challenges they faced as athletes, the lessons they learned along the way, and how they're now mentoring the next generation of young female athletes. The series also includes fun, practical performance lab segments covering topics like sports nutrition, mental training, injury prevention, and recovery. By connecting today's trailblazers with tomorrow's leaders, “The Champion’s Edge with Bonnie Bernstein” encourages more girls to stay involved in sports, build confidence, and discover the lifelong benefits of athletics. The show airs weekends on ABC stations nationwide as part of Weekend Adventure(check your local listings). Follow The Champion’s Edge with Bonnie Bernstein on Social Media: Instagram:   / championsedgetv   Facebook:   / championsedgetv   TikTok:   / championsedgetv   Follow Bonnie Bernstein on Social Media: Instagram:   / bonniebernstein   LinkedIn:   / bonnie-bernstein   #ChampionsEdge #BonnieBernstein #ABC #WomenInSports