Hadley Kruse was a three-sport athlete who chose not to pursue college athletics. Her story proves you don’t need a college jersey to carry the power of sport into the rest of your life. She walked away with every benefit sport has to offer: discipline, resilience, and the ability to outwork anyone in the room.

From elite German academies to college soccer in the U.S., David Niepel chased the dream with relentless discipline. This is the story of how he redefined success—and is learning to prioritize joy, balance, and identity beyond the game.

The athlete journey is long — filled with joy, pressure, setbacks, and growth. But it doesn’t end with the final game. Here’s what' athletes, parents and coaches should know about every stage.

Stephen Seliskar set a Purdue University school record in the 100-yard backstroke. But his success came from more than talent — it was built on family support, discipline, and hard-earned lessons he shares for the next generation.

The power of a dream. Hard work and grit took Anthony Grigsby Jr. from early morning workouts in Stockton to D1 football at Nevada — with coaches who invested in him far beyond the game.