Despite experiencing menstruation and navigating the menstrual cycle (MC) repeatedly, female athletes demonstrate poor knowledge regarding MC and female health, according to prior studies. In a sample of 142 endurance athletes, only 8% felt informed about the MC's implications for training and performance. This subject often remains taboo or private within an athletic context. This study aimed to address knowledge and communication deficits through an intervention program comprising four steps conducted in a single session containing surveys before a presentation about basic knowledge in MC/FH, a group discussion, and an evaluation survey, termed as "educational intervention session." As indicated by prior studies, educational interventions have shown good results in enhancing knowledge and communication about the MC. Targeting girls aged 15-19 alongside their male coaches in a football academy, the study revealed that out of 13 players and 2 head coaches, one coach and four players struggled to discuss MC. For future communication about MC, 5 players answered "Don´t know", while all coaches and the rest of the players answered "Yes"
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