Blueprint Student-Athlete Development Program
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower first-generation student-athletes in managing their transition into the collegiate environment. We serve as direct advocates to assist the students and their families in navigating the higher education system. We believe student-athletes should plan not only for the four years of attending college but also for the next forty years of their lives. Blueprint Sports' goal is to ensure student-athletes achieve their personal goals while making the most of the opportunities in front of them.
What do we do?
Our goal with this program is to increase student-athlete retention in college. As a former first-generation UW student myself, I remember the difficulties I had transitioning from Milwaukee to UW-Stevens Point. These difficulties come in many forms for our student-athletes. By working directly with the student-athletes and their immediate family members, we believe we will be able to exceed the average retention rates for universities.
How do we do it?
Blueprint Sports works directly with our student-athletes and their families to provide support in preparing for college. We offer skill development training, fitness training, as well as leadership and career training courses. We are a full-scope case management program for student-athletes in the city of Milwaukee.
Who's Eligible?
Participant Requirements:
​
-
2021-2022 Varsity / JV student-athletes
-
Varsity Starters (10th grade and above)
-
Teachers / Coaches / Athletic Director Written Recommendation
-
Academic Requirements: 2.0 GPA (10th) / 2.4 GPA (11th) / 2.6 GPA (12th)
-
No suspensions (*negotiable due to circumstance of suspension)
What do our student-athletes receive?
-
24/7 Mentor - Crisis Hotline.
-
Recruiting Assistance.
-
Academic and Career Case Management (1-on-1, group, online materials).
-
Skill Development Training (1-on-1, group, online materials).
-
Fitness Development Training (1-on-1, group, online materials).
-
Family Community Resources.
-
Mental Health/Emotional Health Resources.
-
Community Services Opportunities.
-
Job Training.
-
Skills Testing Opportunities.
-
Group Leadership Events.
-
Discounted Access to College Summer Camps.
-
Free Pair of Nike Vapor Jet Cleats (One pair per season registered for services).
-
Additional Career Resources (Internships/job opportunities with local businesses).
Please email: bmgmke.sports@gmail.com
for more information.
Rates of Service
College Student-Athlete (Wisconsin Division 3)
-
Grade: 12th or higher
-
GPA: (view grade scale for more info)
-
Level of play: College
-
Items Needed: Coach's Recommendation, Updated School Transcripts, School Release Waiver (for school visit and grade monitoring purposes)
-
Price: $3000 per academic year (Or 12 Monthly payments of $205)
-
Athlete can earn money off the total by completing community service opportunities provided by Blueprint Sports. (Pay rate substituted at $10 per hour for all volunteer activity)
Non-Milwaukee Public High School Student-Athlete
-
Grade: 10-12
-
GPA: (view grade scale for more info)
-
Level of play: JV/Varsity Football
-
Items Needed: Coach's Recommendation, Updated School Transcripts, School Release Waiver (for school visit and grade monitoring purposes)
-
Price: $2200 per academic year (Or 12 Monthly payments of $175)
-
Athlete can earn money off the total by completing community service opportunities provided by Blueprint Sports. (Pay rate substituted at $10 per hour for all volunteer activity)
Milwaukee Public High School Student-Athlete
-
Grade: 10-12
-
GPA: (view grade scale for more info)
-
Level of play: JV/Varsity Football
-
Items Needed: Coach's Recommendation, Updated School Transcripts, School Release Waiver (for school visit and grade monitoring purposes)
-
12 Monthly payments of $85Price: $1500 per academic year
-
Athlete can earn money off the total by completing community service opportunities provided by Blueprint Sports. (Pay rate substituted at $10 per hour for all volunteer activity)
Middle School Development Plan
-
Grade: 6-9th Grade
-
GPA: (view grade scale for more info)
-
Level of play: All Levels
-
Items Needed: Coach's Recommendation
-
12 Monthly payments of $60Price: $750 per academic year
-
Athlete can earn money off the total by completing community service opportunities provided by Blueprint Sports. (Pay rate substituted at $10 per hour for all volunteer activity)