One of Maggie's greatest passions was advocating for female athletes. Throughout her own career, she had faced numerous hurdles and limitations. Determined to make a difference, she founded the movement called Female Fighters Matter Too (#femalefightersmattertoo). This movement aimed to bring equality to all athletes, gaining international attention and sparking positive changes throughout the industry….

Dive into the compelling episode of "Between Rounds" where host Mike Petrarca introduces us to the awe-inspiring Master Maggie Messina. A world-class martial artist, multiple gold medalist for the USA, and a teacher with over 35 years of experience, Master Messina's journey is a story of relentless perseverance, empowerment, and transformative influence. Recently awarded an eighth-degree black belt, she's not only a martial arts maestro but also a passionate advocate for female fighters, spearheading the initiative "Female Fighters Matter Too." In this episode, Master Messina discusses her life's journey, from overcoming bullying and poverty to reaching the pinnacle of martial arts success and using her platform to inspire and empower others. She also talks about her upcoming book "Tattered Laces," dedicated to her siblings and exploring the lasting impacts of childhood experiences. Her story is not just about martial arts; it's about using this discipline as a tool for personal growth, societal change, and empowering the next generation. Join us as we delve into the life and insights of a martial artist who has not only achieved personal success but also strives to create a legacy that resonates beyond the dojo. This episode is a powerful reminder to follow your heart, stand up for what's right, and recognize the impact you can have on the world.

Messina founded the Female Fighters Matter Too movement (#femalefightersmattertoo), whose mission is to bring equality to all athletes. This movement has gained international attention in the industry and is bringing about changes worldwide.

Taekwondo Life Magazine: Master Maggie Messina graced the cover of the March/April 2019 issue of Taekwondo Life Magazine. In addition to being an accomplished martial artist, 7th degree Black Belt, instructor, and Dojang owner, she is a leading force for positive evolution in the area of parity for female sparring competitors with her role in Swerve and FFM2.

In this episode she speaks with host, Marc Zirogiannis, about her accomplisments and more.

As the final installment of our Taekwondo Women to Watch for 2018 we are proud to feature Master Maggie Cole Messina, of Taecole Taekwondo. She is doing amazing things in and out of the Dojang

World champion female fighters were in Pelham Bay Saturday to inspire young women.

Girls learned about becoming confident, strong and controlling their destiny during a four-day camp that was held by TCK Martial Arts.

The nonprofit organization Swerve4Change was on scene to tell camp participants that "female fighters matter too."

A brief background on Master Maggie Messina and Swerv.

Messina began the Female Fighters Matter Too movement at the Long Island Winter Open Martial Arts Championships, an event that she ran in New York for five consecutive years. She made history there by making it the first event to award female grand champions double the prize earnings of any other division.