The Life Skills “Sound Mind” component of the “SMSB” Academy is critically important to Student-Athlete development. Life Skills are the areas outside of the classroom and playing field that either enhance or derail the student-athletes development and progress in high school and college. The Life Skills sessions are highlighted by the sub topic below.
Conflict Resolution
STD Awareness
Dining Etiquette
Nutrition
Goal Setting
Communication
The Academic “Sound Mind” sessions are the single most influential piece of the “SMSB” Academy. In order to be a Student-Athlete in college, all high school students must graduate from high school, meet NCAA eligibility requirements and obtain passing ACT/SAT test scores. Students must also begin to understand how to choose college majors and select a career for life beyond the playing field. Listed below are a variety of sessions covered at the “SMSB” Academy.
NCAA Initial Eligibility
ACT/SAT prep
Careers in sport
College Enrollment
College Player Panel
The Athletic training sessions are generally regarded as the Highlight of the “SMSB” Football Academy. Students receive professional training that will enable them to compete on the highest level of the playing field. Students also receive instruction from college and professional football players on how to improve athletic performance. Listed below are a variety of athletic training sessions offered at the “SMSB” Academy.
Speed School
Position Specific Training
1 vs 1’s
Recruiting 101
Student-Athlete Marketing
Passing League
O-Line Academy