Bears 5th Quarter

WHY?

FROM PLAYERS TO LEADERS IN LIFE

With the time restraints, class and practice schedules, how can coaches create a more thorough process to prepare Missouri State Football players for gaining practical skills upon graduation and having a plan for life?

With busy schedules, they have little time for interacting with professionals who can share wisdom. Our mission is to provide convenient access to role models and mentors who can guide them regarding their futures. The goal is that when players graduate, they are ahead of their peers in their education, especially in regards to soft skills.

THE SOLUTION

The Fifth Quarter program initiative is designed to help players prepare for “life after football” and offers skills training, life experiences and connections to help athletes gain the necessary skills to succeed post-college. The program helps them develop a life plan from which they can determine key steps for a fulfilled life.

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP?

SUPPORT THE PROGRAM

Support the program by helping to fund educational materials and related expenses

Teaching & MENTORSHIP

Be willing to speak or utilize your resources to bring in a keynote speaker or mentor

VOLUNTEER

Volunteer your time to assist in many areas of need.

Share news of the program with other leaders in our community.

FINAL THOUGHTS

We all had someone or something that helped us and changed or helped create our life paths. This is your chance to be a part of doing so for a group of high-quality young men. To get involved, contribute, participate in the job fair, volunteer for an event or more, please either email julia@missouristatefootball.org or call Julia Spiva at 417-379-1109. Thank you for your interest and support in helping to create tomorrow’s leaders. ~ Julia Spiva

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CONSIDER GIVING

The Fifth Quarter Key Components

Key Elements

Five sessions from January to May featuring:

  • Key speakers from industry, medicine, law and other fields brought in to share their journey, what they learned and offer key insights from their own experiences.
  • Interspersed sessions on writing, verbal communication skills, life challenges, and personal finances.
  • At the end of the final session, all juniors will have instruction by an etiquette coach.

Measurable Goals:

  • Track player feedback on all features of the program and adjust as necessary to provide a tailored, better outcome.
  • Assist with life plans to motivate the players to graduate in the hopes that graduation rates for players meets or exceeds stated team goals.
  • Measure at the end of every year, player and coaching staff satisfaction with the program and any needed adjustments.


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