Rising Stars Academy is a faith-rooted youth athletic development program training the next generation of athletes from the inside out — physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Our mission is simple: equip young athletes with the tools they need to be the best versions of themselves on and off the field — physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Our coaching philosophy stands on two foundations. The first is the unshakable truth of God's Word. The second is a proven mental performance framework — the same approach used by world champions, Olympic athletes, and elite professionals at the highest level of their craft.
The two foundations fit together beautifully, because they point to the same truth: the pursuit of greatness on the field and the pursuit of a great life are one and the same path.
Every drill we run has two layers — the external work most camps focus on, and the internal work that makes the external last. We coach both with equal intensity.
"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." — Matthew 6:34
The greatest athletes — and the most fulfilled people — are the ones who are fully here. Not chained to the last play. Not consumed by next week's game. We teach our athletes how to quiet the noise and lock into the moment in front of them. Because that's the only moment any of us actually have.
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters." — Colossians 3:23
When you play for the scoreboard, the goalposts always move. When you play for likes and highlights, no amount is ever enough. But when you play for God, your team, and a purpose bigger than your name on the back of a jersey — you find a peace and a fire that no win or loss can take away.
"Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." — Proverbs 4:23
Talent gets you noticed. Conditioning gets you a shot. But the heart — what you love, what you fear, what you believe about yourself — is what determines how far you actually go. Speed and strength matter. The heart matters more.
"Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant." — Matthew 20:26
Trophies tarnish. Records fall. But how a young athlete treats a teammate when the cameras are off, how they pick up an opponent who's been knocked down, how they carry themselves in the loss — those are the marks that last. Our standard isn't who wins. It's who grows.
The Rising Stars Athlete's Prayer
Lord, I am here.
Quiet my mind. Steady my heart.
Help me be fully present —
not chained to the last play, not consumed by the next.
I will play hard. I will play right.
I will lift my teammates. I will respect my opponents.
If I win, let me be humble. If I lose, let me be gracious.
If I fall, I will rise.
I am more than the score. I am Your child.
Win or lose, this is for Your glory.
Make me a Rising Star — for Your name, not mine.
Amen.
Launching Summer 2026
Conditioning, footwork, fundamentals, and mental preparation for tackle football — taught in a low-risk, controlled environment that prioritizes safety, skill, and longevity.
Coming Soon
Ball-handling, shooting mechanics, defensive principles, and the team-first mindset that turns good players into champions.
On The Horizon
Touch, vision, conditioning, and the discipline of the most-played sport on earth. Flag football for girls is becoming varsity nationwide — soccer is next on our roadmap.
Seven weeks. One mission. Pick the week that fits your family — or stack a few. Each session is a self-contained, immersive camp built on the four pillars.
Week 01
June 1 – 5
Reg. closes May 20
Week 02
June 15 – 19
Reg. closes June 3
Week 03
Jun 29 – Jul 3
Reg. closes June 17
Week 04
July 13 – 17
Reg. closes July 1
Week 05
July 27 – 31
Reg. closes July 15
Week 06
August 3 – 7
Reg. closes July 22
Week 07
August 10 – 14
Reg. closes July 29
Late registrations welcome — but the custom shirt & drawstring bag can only be guaranteed if you register by the cutoff date.
Rising Stars Academy is opening sponsorships to local Craven County businesses who want their name attached to the next generation of athletes — and to the values we're teaching them. Your sponsorship makes scholarships possible and ensures no child is turned away for financial reasons.
See the full tier breakdown, perks, and other ways to partner with us.
View Sponsorship OptionsPick your weeks, fill out the form, and we'll see you on the field. Every athlete walks away with a custom name-and-number jersey shirt and matching drawstring bag — included.
Cost shouldn't keep a kid off the field. If $75 a week is a stretch, just reach out — we'll work something out.
Questions before you sign up? Reach out and we'll get right back to you.