TRANSITIONING ON PURPOSE
Helping athletes find strength, healing, and direction in life’s most challenging moments. We believe that you can thrive in every season that life brings your way.
THE STATS
given in the form of POP Boxes to encourage athletes’ transitions.
coaches and athletes impacted with the gospel and life beyond sports presentations.
hours of coaching and mentorship for athletes and people in transition.
hours of classroom instruction on brain health, mental health and sports psychology.
hours of coaching donated to help support under-funded school sports programs.
Building Stronger Futures Through Purpose, Wellness, and Guidance.
Purpose Over Position is a faith-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that exists to help athletes and individuals overcome challenges, focusing on physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness through mentorship, coaching, and therapeutic aid.
BRINGING MEN TOGETHER FOR ONE PURPOSE: HEALING.
To Heal, To Feel, To Be Still. Imagine a space where you can set aside the pressures of daily life, connect with other men, and focus on what truly matters: your healing and growth. At POP Retreats, you’ll find a supportive community and a peaceful environment to break bread with others, engage in meaningful conversations, and deepen your faith. Together, we’ll cultivate emotional intelligence, reconnect with purpose, and embrace self-awareness. Whether you feel bruised or broken, this is your opportunity to recharge and leave renewed, ready to live a life full of purpose.
serving our community with PURPOSE.
At Purpose Over Position, we believe that true leadership begins with reaching the hearts beneath the jersey. By listening, understanding, and meeting the needs of those around us, we strive to create meaningful connections and lasting impact. Through service, compassion, and a commitment to uplifting our community, we’re transforming lives—one act of empathy at a time.
TRUSTED BY ORGANIZATIONS & BRANDS YOU KNOW AND LOVE
our training philosophy
the pop four quarter gameplan
acknowledge
We recognize the unique challenges individuals face, both in and out of sports. By addressing these moments of adversity with care and understanding, we provide the foundation for holistic healing and growth.
support
Through tailored programs, mentorship, and resources, we offer mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aid to help individuals overcome obstacles and thrive in every area of life.
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enrich
Our mission is to invest in hearts and minds, planting seeds of resilience, faith, and purpose that create lasting change beyond the challenges of today.
Vad's story
Vad is a thought-provoking speaker, leader, and author, with cultural relevancy to engage with diverse audiences. With over 10+ years of speaking, coaching, and leadership, he has become a vital asset to many organizations across many different industries and has proven himself to be a vessel for inspiration and elevation.