Leaders
on the field.
Leaders
for life.
Sports and Leadership Program
The Athletics & Beyond Sports and Leadership program is a 4-week class for athletes ages 9 to 17 in every sport.
Athletes
Part of the program since 2025
300+
Ages
Classes grouped by age
9-17
Leadership lessons
One question each
10
Week classes
Learn, practice, and talk it through
4
Sports
Open to athletes in every sport
All
About the program
At Athletics & Beyond, we believe the habits that build a strong athlete also build a strong person. Our Sports and Leadership program gives young athletes in every sport a place to learn, practice, and talk through what leadership looks like on the field and away from it. Classes are grouped by age, so every athlete from 9 to 17 learns at their level. Since 2025, more than 300 athletes have been part of the program, and many are now thriving in college and professional careers.
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Accountability
How do you own your mistakes and follow through on your word?
02
Leading by Example
What do your effort, attitude, and habits show others?
03
Communication
How can you speak honestly while showing respect?
04
Handling Adversity
How do you respond after a loss, mistake, or setback?
05
Discipline
Will you do what is needed when motivation fades?
06
Teamwork
How can you help the team when your role changes?
07
Managing Emotions
How do you handle anger, pressure, and frustration?
08
Building Trust
Can teammates count on you on and off the field?
09
Making Good Choices
How do your friends, choices, and social media posts reflect your values?
10
Serving Others
How can you support a teammate who is struggling?
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Your support builds leaders.
Every gift to the Sports and Leadership program puts a young athlete in a room with coaches and mentors who teach accountability, discipline, and service. Funders and partners help us reach more athletes, across more sports, in more age groups.
Youth Served
Hundreds of young people empowered
through our programs
3800+
Community Programs
Year-round initiatives supporting youth, families, and seniors .
06+
Sports & Development
Providing opportunities across basketball, football, baseball etc.
07
Community Impact
Trusted by families and partners dedicated to creating meaningful change.
95%
NUMBERS THAT TELL OUR STORY
Behind every number is a story of growth, opportunity, and lives transformed through mentorship, education, wellness, and athletics.
Youth Served
Hundreds of young people empowered
through our programs
3800+
Community Programs
Year-round initiatives supporting youth, families, and seniors .
06+
Sports & Development
Providing opportunities across basketball, football, baseball etc.
07
Community Impact
Trusted by families and partners dedicated to creating meaningful change.
95%
NUMBERS THAT TELL OUR STORY
Behind every number is a story of growth, opportunity, and lives transformed through mentorship, education, wellness, and athletics.