Female student-athletes encounter unique challenges in navigating their social and mental well-being, often intensified by various stereotypes and pressures within athletic culture. This study explores the experiences of female student-athletes in community creation as well as how the various communities contribute to their growth and development. Former NCAA female softball players from a mid-size institution located in the Midwestern United Students were interviewed, using basic qualitative research methods, to understand their experiences. Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory served as the theoretical framework, with an intersectional lens to account for diverse experiences. The study addresses the gap in literature and provides insights into supporting female student-athletes' holistic well-being. Limitations include the binary gender classification within athletics and the focus on one sport at one institution. The findings present the opportunity to inform future research and practical efforts to enhance support for female student-athletes. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]