Name: Devonta Stanford

What should the top priorities of a youth athlete be? The top priorities to an athlete should be school, then being the best athlete they can be at any sport they play.

What are some Team Building Activities that you do? Team building activities that I like are the telephone game, human knot, and or escape rooms which all promote communication.

What is your Program Philosophy? My program philosophy is to offer a safe and fun space for children to play and learn  sports while developing life skills and building friendships.

What is your favorite youth sports memory? My favorite youth sport memory was winning a state championship in football, this will last forever.

How do you motivate your participants (kids, coaches, parents)? I motivate my participants by discussing their future’s and how they plan to achieve those goals. I help them develop a plan to achieve their future goals.

How can you have a productive coaching staff environment? Having a productive coaching staff can be ensured by offering clinics, establishing a family valued culture, and by empowering your coaches.

How would you describe a typical week of practice during the season? A typical practice day includes the park being full of eager children running to learn and see their friends. These days are relaxed and all fun. A game day will be fairly the same but you can feel the competition in the air by the kids and coaches demeanors. The day goes by with much excitement.

What is your goal for your park? My goal for the park is to grow in size and culture. I want to watch the park increase with new and returning participants as well as have a family cultured park where everyone is close knit.