Resilience & Support – Resources
How They Started
Soldiers To Sidelines (STS) began with a simple but powerful idea: the leadership traits forged through military service—discipline, resilience, character, mentorship—translate directly into the world of athletics. Founded as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, STS recognized that veterans, service members, military spouses, and Gold Star family members possess unique strengths that can elevate young athletes and strengthen communities. Their mission grew from a grassroots effort into a national movement, empowering thousands of military‑connected individuals to become character‑based sports coaches.
Their Mission
At its core, Soldiers To Sidelines exists to train, equip, and support military‑connected coaches who want to continue serving—this time from the sidelines. Their mission is to inspire the next generation of leaders through sports by providing free coaching education, mentorship, and access to a nationwide network of professionals.
STS commits to every branch of service, ensuring that anyone who has worn the uniform—or supported someone who has—has a pathway to impact their community through coaching.
Service to Our Veteran Community
Soldiers To Sidelines delivers real, tangible value to veterans and military families:
- Purpose After Service: Coaching offers a renewed sense of mission and identity.
- Community Connection: Veterans join a nationwide network of coaches, mentors, and athletes.
- Professional Development: STS provides training from top coaches in athletics, helping veterans build skills that translate into both coaching and civilian careers.
- Accessible Opportunities: All seminars, workshops, clinics, and webinars are free, removing barriers for transitioning service members.
- Continued Growth: Their exclusive STS Journey program ensures long‑term development, not just a one‑time certification.
This is veteran empowerment done right—practical, meaningful, and rooted in service.
How-To: Becoming a Soldiers To Sidelines Coach
1. Start With a Free Coaching Certification Seminar
STS offers free virtual coaching certification seminars, the first step toward becoming an official STS Certified Soldier Coach. These seminars cover leadership, coaching fundamentals, communication, and athlete development.
2. Attend Workshops & Clinics
After certification, coaches can participate in in‑person workshops and clinics designed for hands-on learning with young athletes. These sessions help refine technique, build confidence, and expand coaching experience.
3. Join Coaching Webinars
STS hosts free strategy and leadership webinars taught by top athletic coaches. These sessions deepen your knowledge and expose you to high-level coaching concepts.
4. Network With Fellow Coaches
STS organizes in-person networking events that connect veterans with coaching opportunities, mentors, and community leaders.
5. Enter the STS Journey Program
Once certified, coaches gain access to the STS Journey, an exclusive program offering continued training, resources, and networking. This is where long-term growth happens—ongoing education, leadership development, and community engagement.
6. Attend the STS Summit
The STS Summit is a three-day, in-person coaching event bringing together military members, coaches, and mentors. It’s the pinnacle of the STS experience—high-level instruction, collaboration, and inspiration.
Program Breakdown
Coaching Certification Seminars
- Free
- Virtual
- First step toward becoming an STS Certified Soldier Coach
Workshops & Clinics
- Free
- In-person
- Hands-on coaching with young athletes
Networking Events
- Free
- In-person
- Build relationships and find coaching opportunities
Coaching Webinars
- Free
- Virtual
- Learn from top athletic coaches
STS Journey
- Exclusive to certified coaches
- Continued training, resources, and mentorship
STS Summit
- Three-day in-person event
- Leadership, coaching strategy, and community building
Visit their website: Veterans Charity – Veterans Non Profit Organization – Soldiers To Sidelines
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