06/03/2026
We are thrilled to announce the launch of a vital new division within our ecosystem: Tackle The Stigma, born from an exciting partnership with Kidz In Shape. This initiative is dedicated to supporting young people and student-athletes as they navigate mental health, academic pressures, and life transitions.
The Inaugural Event
We are kicking things off at the highest level! Tackle The Stigma’s first speaking engagement will take place on June 16th with the Eastern Michigan University Football Team.
Meet the Leadership Leading this charge is Marlon Llewellyn, the older brother of Seymour Loftman (Founder and Owner of Kidz In Shape). Marlon brings a wealth of expertise to this mission, with over 20 years of experience as an educator across public, private, urban, charter, and post-secondary institutions in the Indianapolis, Indiana area.
Why This Matters: Confronting the “Gray Area”
So many athletes quietly struggle to balance the intense pressure of performing both in the classroom and on the field or court. Mental health challenges affect 1 in 5 adults in the United States, and athletes are far from immune.
Tackle The Stigma is designed to bridge the gap by providing actionable resources, impactful speeches, and hands-on classes. Our core focus is helping athletes navigate “The Gray Area”—that challenging, often overwhelming space between an athlete’s final play (whether in high school, college, or the pros) and their first steps into the “real world.”
“The transition out of sports is a profound identity shift. We want to ensure no student-athlete has to walk through that door alone.”
