Who are you when
football ends?

Life beyond sports sessions for high school athletes, led by former college and pro athletes who’ve lived it.

Bring Banner to your school
The problem
9 out of 10 high school athletes will never compete at the next level.

Are they ready for what comes next?

Source: NCAA

Jay Urich throwing a pass as quarterback for South Carolina
Jay Urich Founder · Former South Carolina QB

Why we do this

“When football ended at South Carolina, I knew who I was. Someone made sure of that.”

I had mentors and leadership training that prepared me for the day the game ended. Now we're on a mission to bring that same player development to every high school athlete, long before their last game.

How we do it

Everything we teach is built on three pillars.

  • Identity

    Who they are when the jersey comes off.

    • Values that go deeper than the scoreboard
    • Self-worth that doesn't ride on stats
    • A plan for the day the sport ends

  • Servant leadership

    Leading by lifting the people around them.

    • Leading teammates from any role
    • Serving their school and community
    • Setting the standard in the locker room

  • Life beyond sports

    Real skills for what comes next.

    • Mock interviews
    • Networking with local professionals
    • College and career readiness
Banner made me a better leader for my team. I feel confident leading team meetings now, and more confident about life after sports.
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What we do

Every school is different. Banner meets you where you are.

Three ways to bring Banner to your athletes, from a few sessions a year to a full partnership.

Where most schools start

Life Beyond Sports Sessions

3 times a yearOn your campus

  • Captains training
  • Leadership and character
  • Professional development
  • Identity beyond sport
They were actively engaged, asked thoughtful questions, and took ownership of the conversation.
Jameson PelkeyAD, St. John’s Prep
One-day event

Leadership Conference

For athletes and coaches

A day with former college and pro athletes on identity, leadership, and character.

The people in the room have no clue the amount of wealth that was received today.
Eric GambrellAD, Batesburg-Leesville High School
Limited spots each year

Full Partnership

Full yearEvery team

We work with your AD and coaches all year to build a player development culture your school owns.

His intentional approach to developing student-athletes has made a measurable impact on our program.
Brian RosefieldAD, Ridge View High School
Coming soon Open to anyone who invests in athletes

Student-Athlete Advocate Micro‑Credential

In partnership with

We’re finalizing a micro-credential for the adults who shape high school athletes. It certifies you in player development and builds real skill for the moments that matter off the scoreboard.

Built for

  • Coaches
  • Athletic directors
  • School counselors
  • Athletic staff
  • Parents
  • Anyone ready to grow in player development

Topics may include

  • Helping athletes bounce back after a tough loss
  • Building a team culture that models sportsmanship
  • Starting strong as a first-year coach

Final topics are still being developed.

  • Get certifiedProficiency in player development, developed with USC’s College of Education
  • Earn continuing educationCounts toward your continuing education requirements
  • Set your school apartGive your school or district something to offer coaches, staff and families that others can’t
Get notified when enrollment opens →

Not sure which fits? Tell us about your school and we’ll help you pick the right starting point.

Find the right fit for your school

WHAT ATHLETIC DIRECTORS AND COACHES ARE SAYING:

OUR SCHOOL PARTNERS

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The results
We measure every engagement. Here is what came back.
  • 0 student-athletes impacted in 2025–26
  • 0 sports represented, football to crew
  • 0 of engagements formally evaluated
  • 0 of partner-school athletes left more confident preparing for life after sports

Evaluated by student-athletes, athletic directors, coaches, principals, and parents.

Left with a clearer understanding of servant leadership

0

Left more motivated to lead with focus and purpose

0

Reported being engaged throughout the day

0

Left better equipped to respond to adversity

0

Three on-campus sessions across fall, winter, and spring. Spring data from athletes spanning more than ten sports — lacrosse, crew, rugby, tennis, track, baseball, volleyball, sailing, mountain biking, and ultimate.

Confident using these leadership strategies in real situations

0

Confident using what they learned to prepare for life after sports

0

Said the session improved their understanding of leadership

0

Every Banner engagement closes with a structured evaluation. Ratings use a 1–5 scale; the percentages above reflect participants answering 4 or 5. In partnership with Ridge View, River Bluff, St. John’s Prep, and the University of South Carolina College of Education.

Is Banner right for you?

We partner with schools that care about more than the scoreboard.

Banner is for you if…

  • You believe your job doesn't end when the final whistle blows
  • You want your athletes to leave your program more prepared for life, not just more prepared to compete
  • You're tired of watching kids lose their identity when their playing days are over
  • You're ready to build a culture of development that goes beyond the stat sheet
  • You want a proven partner, not just another program

Banner is not for you if…

  • You think character development is someone else's job
  • You're just looking to check a box
Get started today

Sound like your school? Let's talk.