More Than An Athlete

90% of scholars completed their college essay

90% college essay completion

Scholars completed their college applications with mentor support

Consistent one-on-one huddles

Regular check-ins and relationship building beyond sessions

Scholars feel supported

Students reported feeling confident, accomplished, and heard throughout their journey

Mentorship Beyond the Session

Mentorship: Consistent check-ins, college support, intentional relationships

Meet Our Mentors

Professional role models from top universities across the country, dedicated to guiding the next generation.

DT Cares More Than An Athlete Mentors - 11 mentors from Harvard, Duke, Norfolk State, and more

'25-'26 Cohort

10 Hartford County scholar-athletes paired with mentors who share their lived experiences and guide them through college and career pathways.

Scholars 1-5: Myalis DeJesus, Catherine Carmon, Kambryl Armstrong, Pehansa Samarakoon, Cianna Hill with their mentors

Scholars 6-10: Theo Perkins, Patrick Maignan, Kalil Barno, Dominic Jenkins, Yhosman Moffi with their mentors

Representation, access, and intentional relationships drive transformation.

Mentee / Mentor of the Month

Pehansa Samarakoon and Courtney Kearse - Mentee and Mentor of the Month

This pair demonstrated consistent attendance, strong communication, and high engagement during huddles and group discussions—both in session and outside of sessions. They are showing positive momentum and embody the values of consistency, effort, and connection.

What Scholars & Mentors Are Saying

Scholar and mentor feedback on program impact

Dominic and Patrick - Mentorship that matters

Programs evolve when voices are centered.

Be Part of the Journey

Support mentorship that goes beyond the game. Help us expand access to college readiness, life skills, and meaningful relationships for Hartford County youth.