The Five Spears of LYFE
Leaders Yearning for Excellence (LYFE): Beyond the Spear is a development program intended for all student athletes, but specifically caters to the social, intellectual, and academic well-being of Black/African American male student-athletes that attend Florida State University. LYFE Operates within Five Spears:
Personal Branding: Creating Your Self-Image
CRP Concept: Identity Development
Religion, Class, Gender, Race
Cultural Connections: Leveling the Playing Field
CRP Concept: Equity & Excellence
Incorporation of Multiculturalism, Equal Access, High Expectations
Game Planning: Knowing How to Play the Game
CRP Concept: Developmental Appropriateness
Learning Styles, Motivation, Collaboration
Total Growth: In-Game Adjustments
CRP Concept: Creating the WHOLE Student-Athlete
Development of transferable skills
Be the G.O.A.T: Defining Your Legacy
CRP Concept: Student/Educator Relationships
Connecting with Student-Athletes




