MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Week 1: Orientation and Goal Setting:

• Program Introduction: Overview of the program’s objectives, schedule, and expectations.

• Team Building Activities: Icebreakers and collaborative exercises to build camaraderie among participants.

• Goal Setting Workshop: Participants set personal and group goals for the program, focusing on leadership, personal development, and basketball skills.

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Week 2: Foundational Leadership Skills:

• Leadership Workshops: Introduction to core leadership concepts such as effective communication, teamwork, and decision-making.

• Role Models in Sports: Sessions featuring stories of renowned sports leaders and their leadership journeys.

• Leadership in Practice: Participants take turns leading small group activities to practice newly learned leadership skills.

Week 3: Mentorship and Personal Development:

• Mentorship Pairing: Each participant is matched with a mentor who provides guidance, support, and encouragement throughout the program.

• Personal Development Sessions: Focus on self-awareness, confidence building, and setting personal goals.

• Mentor Check-Ins: Regular one-on-one sessions between mentors and mentees to discuss progress and address any challenges.

Week 4: Basketball Skill Enhancement:

• Fundamentals Training: Focus on improving basic basketball skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense.

• Team Strategy: Teaching the importance of teamwork, strategy, and understanding game dynamics.

• Practice Drills: Intensive practice sessions with personalized feedback from coaches and mentors.

Week 5: Advanced Leadership and Teamwork:

• Advanced Leadership Workshops: Deep dive into advanced leadership topics such as conflict resolution, motivational techniques, and leading by example.

• Team Challenges: Group activities and sports challenges designed to promote teamwork and collaborative problem-solving.

• Leadership Roles: Participants are assigned leadership roles during basketball practices and games to apply their skills in real-time situations.

Week 6: Career Exploration and Life Skills:

• Career Talks: Sessions with professionals from various fields, highlighting different career paths and the role of leadership and teamwork in their success.

• Life Skills Workshops: Practical training on time management, goal setting, and effective study habits.

• Career Mentorship: Mentors provide insights into their career journeys and advice on pursuing future goals.

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Week 7: Integration of Skills:

• Basketball Scrimmages: Organized scrimmages where participants can apply their basketball skills and leadership in a game setting.

• Project Work: Participants work on a group project that integrates leadership, teamwork, and community service, such as organizing a mini basketball tournament or a community service event.

• Reflection Sessions: Group discussions and mentor check-ins to reflect on learnings and progress.

Week 8: Culmination and Celebration:

• Capstone Project Presentation: Participants present their group projects to mentors, peers, and community members.

• Skills Showcase: A final basketball game showcasing the skills and teamwork developed over the program.

• Graduation Ceremony: Celebration of achievements with certificates of completion, mentor recognition, and sharing of personal growth stories.

• Future Planning: Setting goals for continued personal development, leadership, and basketball growth beyond the program.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• Holistic Development:
  Focuses on developing leadership, personal growth, and athletic skills.
   

• Mentorship:
  Personalized guidance and support from mentors provide valuable insights and encouragement.
   

• Skill Enhancement:
  Intensive basketball training enhances both individual skills and team dynamics.
   

• Career Readiness:
  Exposure to different career paths and essential life skills prepares participants for future opportunities.
   

• Community Engagement:
  Participants learn the value of giving back to their community through group projects and service.