Youth Mentoring Program

“Leaders in Motion”

Leaders in Motion is a multigenerational mentoring program where community leaders, high school athletes, and younger youth athletes build meaningful relationships that inspire personal growth, academic achievement, and leadership skills.

Community Leader Mentor

Mentors: Business owners, professionals, & community leaders.

Mentees: High school youth athletes in the Texas Storm Nation program.

Community Leader Mentor Activities

  • Adult mentors attend mentees' basketball and football games to provide encouragement and build rapport.

  • Mentors connect mentees with internships, scholarships, or job shadowing opportunities.

  • Mentors host monthly workshops on topics such as:

    • Planning for college or a career.

    • How to start and run a successful business.

    • Financial literacy and basic investing.

    • Job interview and resume tips.

    • Time management and goal setting.

Peer Role Model Mentor

Mentors: Our high school athletes who are current mentees in the mentorship program.

Mentees: Jr. high and elementary youth in the Texas Storm Nation program.

Peer Role Model Mentor Activities

  • High school mentors attend junior high and elementary games to cheer on their mentees.

  • Under the guidance of their coach, high school mentors help younger athletes improve their basketball and football skills through fun, interactive drills.

  • High school mentors lead age-appropriate discussions on:

    • Navigating peer pressure.

    • Developing good study habits.

    • Being a positive role model and leader on and off the field/court

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