Who We Are

Between The Tackles Inc. is a youth development nonprofit organization founded by Leonard Thomas to empower young athletes through elite sports training and comprehensive life-skills mentoring.

While football training is a major component of our work, our mission goes far beyond athletics. We use sports as a vehicle to teach discipline, leadership, accountability, and personal growth.

OUR Mission

Between The Tackles Inc. is dedicated to providing high-quality athletic training and structured mentoring programs that equip young athletes with the skills, confidence, and resources needed to succeed academically, socially, and athletically.

We believe that when young people are supported both on and off the field, they are more likely to become strong students, responsible citizens, and future leaders in their communities.

OUR Long-term Vision

Between The Tackles Inc. aims to become a trusted community pillar for youth development — producing not only stronger athletes, but stronger students, leaders, and citizens.

We measure success not just by wins on the scoreboard, but by:
* Improved academic performance
* Increased college enrollment
* Reduced behavioral issues
* Positive community engagement
* Long-term personal growth

What We Offer

🏈 Athletic Development

  • Technical football training (stance, footwork, hand placement, blocking, pass
    protection)
  • Strength, speed, agility, and conditioning programs
  • Film study to build game awareness and strategic thinking

🧠 Mental & Emotional Development

  • Mental toughness and confidence-building coaching
  • Goal setting and leadership development
  • Motivation and personal accountability workshops

📚 Life Skills & Character Building

  • Academic encouragement and college readiness guidance
  • Conflict resolution and effective communication training
  • Financial literacy fundamentals
  • Nutrition education for healthy performance and recovery

🎓 College & Career Preparation

  • Guidance through the college recruitment process
  • Highlight film development and exposure opportunities
  • Academic expectations and eligibility awareness