Markita Woods’ Pivot to Power keynote teaches young people how to transform uncertainty into championship-level focus, resilience, and results—on the court, in the classroom, and in life.
Markita Woods’ Pivot to Power keynote teaches young people how to transform uncertainty into championship-level focus, resilience, and results—on the court, in the classroom, and in life.
Former WNBA Player Turning Life’s Plot Twists Into Power Plays
I’m guessing you’re here because you need a motivational speaker who won’t put your audience to sleep—or make you regret your career choices. You’re under pressure to find someone who’s dynamic, relatable, and actually connects with students and teams, not just talks at them. You want energy, entertainment, and real mindset-shifting value wrapped into one keynote. Good news: that’s my lane. As a former WNBA player and championship athlete turned mindset motivator, I bring the stories, the laughs, the inspiration, and the power plays your audience will remember long after the lights come up. No stress—you’ve just found your highlight speaker.
Learn More About Markita
Markita Woods is a coach, speaker, author, and former WNBA star who’s built her life on turning challenges into championship mindsets. From a Detroit childhood filled with obstacles to the ABL, the WNBA, the Hall of Fame, and top sales success, she knows the power of a well-timed pivot. With her background as a pioneer athlete, injury overcomer, and even a cameo in Juwanna Man, Markita shows audiences what’s possible when you refuse to quit.
Former WNBA Player Turning Life’s Plot Twists Into Power Plays
I’m guessing you’re here because you need a motivational speaker who won’t put your audience to sleep—or make you regret your career choices. You’re under pressure to find someone who’s dynamic, relatable, and actually connects with students and teams, not just talks at them. You want energy, entertainment, and real mindset-shifting value wrapped into one keynote. Good news: that’s my lane. As a former WNBA player and championship athlete turned mindset motivator, I bring the stories, the laughs, the inspiration, and the power plays your audience will remember long after the lights come up. No stress—you’ve just found your highlight speaker.
Learn More About Markita
Markita Woods is a coach, speaker, author, and former WNBA star who’s built her life on turning challenges into championship mindsets. From a Detroit childhood filled with obstacles to the ABL, the WNBA, the Hall of Fame, and top sales success, she knows the power of a well-timed pivot. With her background as a pioneer athlete, injury overcomer, and even a cameo in Juwanna Man, Markita shows audiences what’s possible when you refuse to quit.
Top Takeaways
Pressure isn’t your enemy — it’s the place where purpose and power collide.
You are more than one lane. Reinvention is your superpower.
Celebrate the little victories. They are the stepping stones to your big breakthroughs.
Obstacles aren’t dead ends. They’re detours to your destiny.
Every transition has a purpose. Trust it. Your pivot is preparing you for the next level.
What others are saying
"Her dedication and hard work have motivated us."
"Markita brought the energy! We were inspired by her story of overcoming challenges and achieving goals in basketball and life. Her dedication and hard work have motivated us. We encourage everyone to apply the lessons learned. I'm about to suit up and go to the gym and put in some work because that's just what the energy did for me. It makes me want to go work even harder than what I'm doing now."
#2 Coach White NME AAU Basketball
"We look forward to her continued support and guidance..."
"Markita's presentation to my middle school girls basketball team provided them with valuable encouragement and insights on leadership, both on and off the court. Her presence had a profound impact, boosting their confidence and contributing to our historic championship win. We look forward to her continued support and guidance, and consider her a good luck charm for our team."
#2 Coach Blair Beander, CCA Lions
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