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Strive is a non-profit dedicated to spreading the power of character-driven leadership. "[Strive] helped me find the voice I was searching for.

I can't thank [Strive] enough for helping me realize my potential and creating an environment that pushed me, nurtured me and molded me into the player and person I am today." -Paola R.

06/07/2026

Today we wrapped up coaches training for this year’s Sports Challenge, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome our middle school student-athletes tomorrow morning!

Throughout training, our coaches experienced many of the same activities, lessons, and leadership exercises that participants will take part in during the week. This hands-on preparation helps ensure they are ready to create an engaging, supportive, and fun environment for every athlete.

For more than 30 years, Strive’s coaching approach has helped coaches develop young leaders through sports. At Sports Challenge, the focus goes far beyond competition. Our coaches use athletics as a platform to teach teamwork, communication, confidence, resilience, and leadership skills that participants can carry with them long after the week ends.

As we kick off another Sports Challenge, we are excited to welcome student-athletes from across Wilmington and beyond. Most importantly, we’re ready to help them have fun, build friendships, and discover the leader within themselves.

06/04/2026

4 days until Sports Challenge!

We’re in the home stretch of Sports Challenge coach training, and we can’t wait to introduce our coaching team to you soon!

Our coaches are much more than coaches. They are current and former athletes who have competed at high levels in their respective sports and are passionate about helping the next generation of student-athletes grow both on and off the field.

Under the leadership of Sports Challenge Co-Directors Coach Reynolds and Coach Perugini, our coaching staff has been preparing to create an engaging and impactful experience for every participant. This year’s team includes both returning coaches who have helped lead previous Sports Challenge programs and new coaches who are excited to bring fresh energy and perspectives to the week.

Our coaches are what truly bring Sports Challenge to life. Through their mentorship, encouragement, and leadership, they help students build confidence, develop meaningful relationships, and discover what it means to lead. They are the heart of the program and a big reason why Sports Challenge continues to make a lasting impact on so many young people.

06/03/2026

5 days until Sports Challenge!

We are just five days away from welcoming our middle school student-athletes to Sports Challenge, and the excitement is building. Our team is putting the final touches on everything as we prepare to kick things off on Monday.

This year, Sports Challenge features a refreshed curriculum and programming centered around core leadership values that extend far beyond sports. We have updated our approach to make the experience more hands-on, interactive, and collaborative, giving participants plenty of opportunities to engage with one another, learn together, and put leadership into practice.

Our coaches are excited to bring this experience to life and create an environment where students can grow as athletes, teammates, and leaders. Our goal is that every participant leaves Sports Challenge with new skills, stronger relationships, greater confidence, and memories that will last long after the week is over.

We can’t wait to get started!

05/31/2026

June 8th is just ONE WEEK away!

If you’ve been meaning to sign up your middle schooler for Sports Challenge, this is your sign. Spots are filling up fast!

Middle school is a huge time of transition. Kids are figuring out who they are and navigating new pressures. That’s why Sports Challenge isn't just about the scoreboard. It is a high-energy week designed to help young athletes:

Build real confidence on and off the court.
Learn to communicate and handle setbacks.
Lift others up and find the best in themselves.

It’s the perfect mix of competition, genuine mentorship, and unforgettable summer fun.

📅 June 8 to 12 | 📍 Sanford School | ⏰ 8 AM to 5 PM

Let’s kick off their summer with skills that will stick with them into the next school year and beyond.

Link to learn more: https://striveleadership.org/strive-in-sport/sports-challenge/

05/28/2026

Sports Challenge is just 11 days away, and we can’t wait for an amazing week with our middle school student-athletes!

This summer, students will grow through sports, leadership, mentorship, and team-building experiences both on and off the court and field.

During the week, student-athletes will take part in:
• Basketball and soccer training
• Leadership and sports psychology sessions
• Mentor time with current and former college athletes
• Team competitions and Sports Challenge games

📍 Sanford School
📅 June 8-12, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

If you know a middle school student-athlete who would enjoy a positive and competitive environment this summer, we’d love to have them join us!

Sign up here: https://striveleadership.org/strive-in-sport/sports-challenge/

05/26/2026

We wrapped up our time with the boys from Nativity Preparatory School for the school year with one of our favorite traditions: Field Day! 🏆

Field Day is a series of competitions where the different houses at Nativity battle it out in Strive games to earn the title of Strive House Champion for the year. The energy, teamwork, competitiveness, and encouragement the boys showed all day long was incredible to watch.

A huge thank you to Olympic gold medalist Anthuan Maybank, member of the 1996 USA 4x400m relay team, for spending time with the boys and sharing words of wisdom about life, leadership, and what it takes to succeed both on and off the field. For these young athletes, hearing from someone like Anthuan is truly inspiring. His willingness to invest in the next generation says so much about his character and his commitment to helping develop future leaders.

We also want to give a special shoutout to our friends from M&T Bank who came out to serve as volunteer coaches and support our programming. The boys loved having them there, and we truly appreciated their support and energy throughout the day.

We love our time with these middle school boys and are so proud of the growth we’ve seen throughout the year. Can’t wait to be back with them next school year!

05/23/2026

Happy Memorial Day weekend! We hope you get to spend time with family, friends, and loved ones.

As we get closer to Sports Challenge, spots are filling up quickly. This summer we’re focused on helping middle school student-athletes grow not just in sports, but also as leaders.

One of the key themes we focus on during the week is self-awareness, an important skill both on and off the court and field. Great athletes understand their strengths, emotions, mindset, and how they impact their teammates. Through hands-on activities, team discussions, and leadership challenges, students won’t just learn about self-awareness, they’ll practice it and show it throughout the week.

📍 Sanford School
📅 June 8-12, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Know a middle school student-athlete who would benefit from an unforgettable week of sports, leadership, and community? We’d love to have them join us this summer! 🏀⚽

Link to sign up for Sports Challenge: https://striveleadership.org/strive-in-sport/sports-challenge/

05/22/2026

🏀⚽ Middle School Student-Athletes, Join Sports Challenge!

Does your middle school student-athlete love soccer or basketball and want a fun way to grow this summer? Sports Challenge is the sports leadership academy where middle school student-athletes can build skills, grow as leaders, make new friends, and gain confidence both on and off the court or field.

From June 8-12 at Sanford School, athletes will spend the week learning from passionate coaches and mentors, competing in sports, building teamwork skills, and making memories that will last long after the week ends. Sports Challenge is more than just a camp. It’s a community where student-athletes are encouraged to step outside their comfort zones, support one another, and become the best version of themselves.

📍 Sanford School
📅 June 8-12, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
👥 Open to middle school student-athletes

We still have a few spots remaining, and we would love to have your athlete join us for an unforgettable week this summer!

Click here to register and learn more: https://striveleadership.org/strive-in-sport/sports-challenge/

05/21/2026

Sports Challenge is almost here, and we are getting everything ready for an amazing week! From t-shirts for all of our middle school student-athletes to meals throughout the day, our team has been hard at work preparing for a fun and meaningful experience for everyone involved.

Our coaches are excited to meet this year’s athletes, and we still have a few spots left! If you’re looking for a week full of sports, new friendships, competition, and leadership development, Sports Challenge is the place to be.

At Sports Challenge, it’s about so much more than just playing sports. It’s about building confidence, learning how to lead, stepping outside your comfort zone, and being surrounded by teammates and coaches who push each other to be their best both on and off the court and field.

📍 Sanford School
📅 June 8-12, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
👥 Open to middle school student-athletes

We can’t wait for an unforgettable week together. Sign up and learn more here: https://striveleadership.org/strive-in-sport/sports-challenge/

05/16/2026

Sports Challenge Theme Spotlight: Risk 🎯

At Sports Challenge, each day focuses on one of our five leadership themes: Risk, Self-Awareness, Motivation, Teamwork, and Gratitude.

One of the biggest lessons we teach is how growth comes from being willing to take risks. That could mean trying a new skill, stepping into a leadership role, speaking up as a teammate, or pushing yourself outside your comfort zone during competition.

Through sports, team challenges, and leadership activities, athletes learn how to make confident decisions, handle pressure, trust themselves, and understand that mistakes are part of growth. We connect these lessons directly into basketball, soccer, and our Sports Challenge games so athletes can practice leadership in real time.

Learn more by visiting out website: https://striveleadership.org/strive-in-sport/sports-challenge/

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