Mission & Vision
The driving purpose behind Strides Over Sidelines and our vision for transforming youth development in the Washington, D.C. metro area.
Our Mission
Strides Over Sidelines empowers underserved youth ages 8-15 through high-quality soccer training, sports psychology, academic support, and mentorship.
We equip students with the confidence, discipline, and skills needed to thrive on and off the field—building a foundation for success in school, in sport, and in life.
Soccer Training
Mental Performance
Academic Support
Mentorship
Confident & Resilient Youth
Academically Prepared
Accessible to All
Our Vision
SOS exists to foster a generation of confident, resilient, and academically prepared young people by offering accessible programs in athletics, mental performance, and education throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and beyond.
We envision a future where opportunity is not determined by family income or proximity to private networks—where every young person has access to the coaching, mentorship, and support they need to reach their full potential.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do at Strides Over Sidelines.
Commitment to Youth
We prioritize the holistic development of every young person we serve, focusing on their athletic, academic, and personal growth.
Community Focus
We work alongside families, schools, and local organizations to create a supportive ecosystem for youth development.
Education First
We believe academic success and athletic achievement go hand in hand, reinforcing discipline and long-term thinking.
Excellence in All Things
We strive for high-quality programming that challenges young athletes while meeting them where they are.
Accessible Pathways
We work to remove barriers so that opportunity is not determined by family income or zip code.
Long-term Relationships
We build consistent, high-trust relationships with families to support youth development over time.
The SOS Difference
SOS is built as a full pathway and support system, not a standalone sports program. We provide consistent, high-trust support through weekly training, mental performance instruction, mentorship, and practical guidance that helps families access opportunities and make informed decisions.
We are building a repeatable model that improves how youth development pathways are delivered and accessed—one that can scale to serve more communities over time.
Join Our Mission
Whether as a volunteer, mentor, partner, or donor, there are many ways to help us create pathways to success for underserved youth.