Project Time Out 2025
Empowering student athletes through mental wellness, sports nutrition, resilience, and the skills needed to thrive on and off the field.
On Saturday, April 19, 2025, student athletes gathered at the SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity for an inspiring and educational workshop titled “Project Time Out,” organized by Scholar Athletes Globally Emerging, Inc.
The engaging session was designed to equip young athletes with practical tools for managing stress, balancing academics and sports, fueling their bodies for peak performance, and promoting lifelong well-being.
Team SAGE invests in the whole athlete—developing sound minds, sound bodies, strong character, and brighter futures.
Project Time Out 2025A Day Built Around the Whole Athlete
Throughout the day, participants joined interactive discussions and activities led by experts committed to youth development. Students were encouraged to ask questions, share their experiences, and build personal action plans they could use in school, sports, and everyday life.
- Strategies for stress management and mental resilience.
- The importance of balanced nutrition for athletic performance.
- Techniques for maintaining focus and motivation during training and competition.
- Open conversations about mental wellness and asking for support.
- Practical habits that strengthen academic, athletic, and personal success.
Creating Better Support for Young Athletes
Project Time Out was created to foster a supportive environment where student athletes can thrive physically, mentally, academically, and socially. By bringing wellness, nutrition, leadership, and resilience into the same conversation, Team SAGE helps young people recognize that their well-being matters just as much as their performance.
The workshop also reinforced an important message: strong athletes are not defined only by what happens during competition. They are shaped by the choices, habits, relationships, and support systems they build away from the game.
Looking Ahead
Thanks to the dedication of the presenters, supporters, volunteers, and participating students, Project Time Out was a tremendous success. Team SAGE looks forward to expanding initiatives like this and creating more opportunities for students to develop the confidence, knowledge, and healthy habits needed for lifelong success.
Experts Committed to Youth Development
The workshop brought together professionals who shared practical insight on wellness, leadership, resilience, and sports nutrition.
Jose Bodipo Memba
Coach & MentorA seasoned coach and mentor focused on helping young athletes strengthen leadership, resilience, discipline, and confidence.
Dr. Kristee Haggins
Educator & Mental Health AdvocateA passionate educator and mental health advocate dedicated to empowering student athletes and supporting their overall well-being.
Rachael Mack, RD, MS, CSSD
Sports DietitianA registered dietitian specializing in sports nutrition and helping athletes fuel their bodies for health, recovery, and peak performance.
Skills That Extend Beyond the Game
Each session gave students practical knowledge they could apply in sports, school, relationships, and everyday decision-making.
Mental Wellness
Recognizing stress, managing pressure, communicating openly, and knowing when to seek support.
Sports Nutrition
Understanding how balanced nutrition, hydration, and recovery support health and performance.
Resilience
Responding to challenges, setbacks, competition, and expectations with a stronger mindset.
Focus & Motivation
Maintaining concentration and purpose during demanding training, schoolwork, and competition.
Healthy Balance
Creating routines that support academics, athletics, relationships, rest, and personal wellness.
Personal Action Plans
Turning workshop lessons into realistic habits and goals students can continue after the event.
Project Time Out in Action
What Students Took Away
It was really eye-opening to learn how mental strength can make a difference in my sport.Participating Student Athlete
Having guidance on nutrition and stress management gives me more confidence on and off the field.Workshop Attendee
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