STEP Academy is a youth development initiative uniting sports, leadership, and mental wellness. 

The program builds strength, discipline, and resilience in young people through structured athletic training, mentorship,a nd character-building experiences. 

The first official Southeast launch will take place in Gilbert, South Carolina in 2026, with a second location in Greenville, South Carolina to follow. Coach Rodney Williams, will be relocating to Greenville in early 2026 to lead the South Carolina expansion and lay the groundwork for the Greenville program. 

STEP Academy is a forthcoming Access to Change initiative designed to integrate sports performance with life skills, emotional intelligence, and mental wellness — empowering youth to move with purpose on and off the field.