The following information has been shared by Dr. Trigg, who along with Coach Raheem Byrom, utilized the Play It Safe Mentiorship Program with the NBTHS boys basketball team during the 2024-25 season.
Members of the program participated in 8 sessions and grew as leaders, teammates, and individuals. The linked video offers a great overview- but also scroll down the see the rest of the information.
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Dr. Trigg shares:
¨Here are a few key takeaways from the evaluations:
92% of athletes reported increased confidence in handling challenges.
88% saw improvements in communication and leadership.
85% demonstrated growth in conflict resolution skills.
95% achieved or made progress toward personal and team goals.
Beyond the numbers, the “Keep It Real” component allowed athletes to reflect, support one another, and build deeper team trust. Their engagement throughout all eight sessions showed how impactful intentional mentorship can be.¨