Programs that Develop the Whole Athlete
Aspire to Cross Over serves athletes through consistent mentorship, embedded team coaching, and leadership development—locally, nationally, and seasonally through Nike Youth Sports Camps. Each program strengthens character, decision-making, and long-term life readiness.
Programs
Mentorship Track
CUSD Distric Partnership
Mentorship Track
One-on-one and group mentorship, real-time sideline support, and college transition guidance to help athletes navigate academics, injury recovery, identity, and life decisions.
Team Coaching
CUSD Distric Partnership
Mentorship Track
Weekly integration within athletic programs through character coaching, leadership development, and in-game support that builds trust, discipline, and team culture.
CUSD Distric Partnership
CUSD Distric Partnership
CUSD Distric Partnership
District-wide assemblies and mentorship across all six Chandler Unified School District high schools—reaching thousands of student-athletes each year.
Nike Youth Sports Camps
CUSD Distric Partnership
Summer leadership and character sessions at Nike Basketball Camps nationwide, supporting athletes through high-impact mentorship that complements elite instruction.
Transportation & Access
Financial Literacy & NIL Readiness
Sprinter-van access supports equity, family engagement, and college visits—ensuring athletes and families can reach opportunities safely and consistently.
Financial Literacy & NIL Readiness
Financial Literacy & NIL Readiness
Practical education in budgeting, decision-making, reputation management, and long-term planning to prepare athletes for NIL-era responsibilities.
How it works
Aspire to Cross Over integrates character development directly into the daily realities of athletic life. Our seven core values are reinforced through weekly team meetings, practices, game environments, campus visits, and one-on-one mentorship, as well as ongoing collaboration with coaches and families.
Rather than operating as a standalone curriculum, Aspire maintains a consistent, trusted presence—on the sideline, in the huddle, in the dugout, and in academic and personal settings—allowing athletes to apply character principles in real time. This embedded approach enables athletes to translate values into leadership behaviors, emotional control, and sound decision-making under pressure.
Impact Snapshot
5,000+
Student-athletes reached annually through confirmed, district-wide assemblies across all six Chandler Unified School District high schools
130+
Athletes receiving ongoing, multi-year mentorship through embedded team coaching with Basha Football, Basketball, and Baseball
6
CUSD high schools served through sustained school partnerships and character development programming
National & International Reach
Seasonal leadership and character coaching through Nike Basketball Camps, with scheduled programs in Philadelphia (July 2026) and the U.S. Virgin Islands (June 2026)