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Playmakers

Playmakers are selected former collegiate and professional athletes who serve as mentors, educators, and role models within The Assist community. These are individuals who have demonstrated leadership on and off the field and are committed to guiding others through structured mentorship and educational programming.

The Assist provides organized education services where Playmakers lead workshops, participate in seminars and panel discussions, facilitate guided group sessions, and provide mentorship to both current and former athletes.

This is not just visibility. It is meaningful leadership with real impact.

  • Playmakers serve as trusted mentors for current and former athletes, providing structured guidance, accountability, and real-world perspective based on lived experience.

    Includes:

    • Small-group mentorship sessions

    • One-on-one mentorship opportunities

    • Leadership and accountability check-ins

    • Guided development conversations

    All based on your availability

  • Playmakers actively contribute to The Assist’s education services by leading and participating in organized workshops, seminars, and panel discussions designed to support athlete growth and development.

    Includes:

    • Participate in Playmaker-led educational workshops

    • Lead panel discussions on leadership and transition

    • Host seminars focused on identity, purpose, and career development

    • Facilitate group learning experiences

  • Playmakers maintain an active presence within the private community platform, sharing their journey, offering perspective, and engaging in structured discussions that support learning across generations.

    Includes:

    • Profile visibility within the community

    • Sharing lived experiences and transition stories (your journey matters)

    • Participation in moderated discussions

    • Direct engagement with current and former athletes

  • As a Playmaker, you help athletes understand that their story does not end when their playing career does. You model what it looks like to build a meaningful life after sport. Through mentorship, conversation, and leadership, you provide clarity and perspective on how the discipline, resilience, and mindset developed through athletics can translate into purpose, career, and impact.

    Playmakers do not just speak about transition. They embody it. By sharing your journey you help athletes see a real pathway forward and gain confidence in what comes next.

    Includes:

    • Sharing your transition experience and lessons learned

    • Helping athletes understand practical pathways into careers and new opportunities

    • Providing perspective on identity beyond performance

    • Inspiring confidence that purpose continues beyond sport

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Assist: a singular, selfless act that elevates not just a player, but an entire team. It's when one player passes the ball to another, setting the stage for victory, and allowing the glory of scoring to shine on another. At The Assist, we see our playmakers as that crucial pass, that guiding hand, propelling athletes toward a life of meaning and purpose beyond sport.

Interested in becoming a Playmaker? Apply now.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Playmakers are selected former collegiate and professional athletes who have demonstrated excellence, leadership, and character. This role is reserved for individuals who are ready to mentor intentionally and represent The Assist with integrity.

  • No. Playmakers are carefully selected to maintain the quality and credibility of the community. Selection is based on experience, alignment with our mission, and demonstrated commitment to guiding others.

  • Playmakers lead through action. This includes participating in structured mentorship programs, educational workshops, seminars, and guided conversations. Playmakers are expected to show up consistently and serve as visible role models within the community.

  • Playmakers are not required to guarantee opportunities. However, they are encouraged to provide guidance, perspective, and, when appropriate, thoughtful introductions that help athletes better understand real-world pathways.

  • Playmakers gain a structured platform to continue building their legacy, expand their professional network, strengthen their leadership voice, and make a meaningful impact on the next generation.

  • Yes. All Playmakers go through an application and review process to ensure alignment with the standards and mission of The Assist.