Benefits to Players

The Shield has 5 pillars that serve as the areas of focus we offer to all former student-athletes transitioning into their life after sports. These services are only offered to former student-athletes who once competed at NCAA certified universities (DI, DII, and DIII).

Innovation Training
Mental Health Safety Net
Physical Healthcare Navigation
Emergency Financial Aid
Post-Athletics Career Transitions

Benefits to Players

The Shield has 5 pillars that serve as the areas of focus we offer to all former student-athletes transitioning into their life after sports. These services are only offered to former student-athletes who once competed at NCAA certified universities (DI, DII, and DIII).

Mental Health Safety Net

Rapid connection to trusted therapy, psychiatry, and recovery resources — without the runaround.

Physical Healthcare Navigation & Rehabilitation

Direct access to top rehab networks and orthopedic specialists to address injuries that didn’t retire.

Emergency Assistance

Needs-based relief (housing, food, utilities, medical) to stop a slide before it becomes a spiral.

Post-Athletic Career Transitions

One-on-one coaching, résumé builds, mock interviews, networking, and a personalized plan to find your next career.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Training 

Practical coaching to launch or scale a venture.