2025 Mentorship Program – Tier 3

Description

Tier 3 – Foundation Mentorship

Mentors: First-Year or Younger University Football Athletes
For developing players, building structure, consistency, and long-term growth.

Tier 3 is designed for athletes seeking to establish strong habits, enhance their understanding of the game, and maintain accountability throughout their season. With support from relatable young university mentors, athletes in this tier will gain structure and clarity to guide their development.

What’s Included:

• Biweekly 1-on-1 Zoom sessions (1 hour) with a young university athlete

• Biweekly team meetings focused on mindset, structure, and in-season progression.

• Personalized support tailored to your experience and goals

• Mentorship that reflects your stage in the journey (only three athletes per mentor)

Mentorship Procedure:

• Please review the coach’s availability in advance to ensure it aligns with your schedule.

• Your coach will contact you before August 17 to confirm your first meeting time. That session will be scheduled for a date after the program officially begins.

• In your first meeting, you’ll work with your coach to schedule your full calendar of 8 sessions.

• Once sessions are confirmed, athletes are expected to attend. Missed meetings will not be rescheduled.

Meet the Coaches

Josh Martel

RAW Sports Mentor – Quarterbacks / Offensive Skill

University of Calgary QB | 3× High School All-Star | Harry Hood & Hailey Wickenheiser Award Winner

Josh is a second-year Dinos quarterback with deep roots in Calgary’s football community. A former RAW athlete turned coach, he knows what it takes to improve fast and stay disciplined. Josh brings energy, leadership, and real experience to every session.

Best for: Peewee to high school QBs & offensive skill players looking to sharpen mechanics and football IQ.
Meeting Times (MST):

• Sundays – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Monday to Friday – Varies weekly between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM

Rocco Sirianni

RAW Sports Mentor – Defensive Backs

UBC Defensive Back | DB MVP (Gr. 10 & 12) | Division 1 City Champion

Rocco is a high-IQ defensive coach with years of competitive playing experience across Calgary’s top programs. With a strong grasp of footwork, defensive reads, and DB assignments, he helps athletes elevate their confidence, technique, and game awareness on both sides of the ball.

Best for: Peewee to high school athletes looking to develop as DBs or hybrid defenders.
Meeting Times (MST):

• Sundays – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

🎥 Highlight Tape – Rocco Sirianni (Hudl)

Jesse Groot

RAW Sports Mentor – Linebackers

U of A Linebacker | Team Alberta MVP | Senior Bowl Champion

Jesse is a high-motor linebacker currently playing for the University of Alberta Golden Bears. With experience on provincial, spring league, and U Sports teams, he brings intensity, technical skill, and leadership to every session. Jesse works with athletes to build strong fundamentals, game awareness, and mental toughness.

Best for: Athletes entering or currently in high school, at any experience level, looking to develop defensively and grow their overall game.

Meeting Times (MST):

• Sundays – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎥 Senior Year Highlights – Jesse Groot (Hudl)

Anthony Haines

RAW Sports Mentor – Defensive Backs

U of A Defensive Back | Team Alberta Captain | CSFA All-Star

Anthony is a first-year U of A linebacker and former Team Alberta captain with eight seasons of experience across Calgary’s top programs. A detail-driven coach, Anthony brings high football IQ, leadership, and a strong work ethic to every session. He specializes in helping young athletes transition confidently into high school football.

Best for: Late Bantam or early high school athletes looking to build strong defensive habits, IQ, and confidence.

Meeting Times (MST):

• Sundays – 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM

🎥 Highlight Tape – Anthony Haines (Hudl)

David Okoye

RAW Sports Mentor – Receivers / Running Backs

U of A Receiver | Team Alberta U18 | Hard Knocks Scholarship Recipient

David is a versatile athlete for the University of Alberta Golden Bears, contributing as a receiver, returner, and all-around playmaker. A product of the Calgary Wildcats and Western Canada High School programs, David combines high-performance habits with detailed technical coaching. He focuses on route precision, footwork, and situational awareness — all while helping athletes build confidence and discipline.

Best for: Athletes aged 12–16 looking to develop strong positional foundations and prepare for high school competition.

Meeting Times (MST):

• Saturdays – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

• Sundays – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🎥 Highlight Tape – David Okoye (Hudl)

Bennet Andersen

RAW Sports Mentor – Defensive Line

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Scheduling Terms & Conditions

The RAW Mentorship Program requires consistent attendance, respect for the coach’s availability, and timely communication. Please read the following policies carefully before enrolling:

1. Scheduling Your 1-on-1 Sessions

• All 1-on-1 sessions are scheduled based on the coach’s posted availability.

• Athletes will choose their preferred coach and time slot during registration.

• Coaches will have a set availability window (e.g. Sundays 2–5 PM MST) — these windows are non-negotiable and cannot be changed after selection.

• Once all three athlete slots are filled for a coach, that coach is no longer available for the remainder of the program.

2. Team Meeting Attendance

• Biweekly team meetings are mandatory and held via Zoom at preset times listed in the program calendar.

• These sessions cover essential topics, including in-season training, recruiting, and mindset.

• If an athlete is unable to attend a live team meeting, a recording will be provided; however, consistent live attendance is highly encouraged for optimal participation and engagement.

3. Rescheduling Policy

• A minimum of 24 hours’ notice is required for any 1-on-1 reschedule requests.

• Rescheduling is not guaranteed and depends on the coach’s availability.

• If 24 hours’ notice is not provided, the session will be marked as missed and forfeited.

4. Missed Meetings

• Missed sessions will not be rescheduled or refunded under any circumstances.

• No-shows or last-minute cancellations (less than 24 hours) are considered missed sessions.

• We strongly recommend athletes set calendar reminders and communicate proactively if conflicts arise.

5. Cancellations & Refunds

• If you choose to withdraw from the program mid-season, you will be reimbursed 50% of the remaining program value from the date of cancellation.

• This refund applies only to the unused portion of the program from the date of cancellation forward.

• No refunds will be provided for missed sessions or for schedule conflicts that arise after enrollment.

6. Coach Commitments

• Coaches are held to the same professional standard. They will show up on time, prepared, and focused.

• If a coach needs to reschedule due to an emergency or unavoidable conflict, you will be given alternate options within their availability.

 

💳 Flexible payment options available at checkout: Pay upfront with Credit/Debit, or split your payments using Affirm (monthly instalments) or Sezzle (interest-free biweekly payments).