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Who Am I After Sports?
“In Who Am I After Sports: an Athlete’s Guide To Discover New Purpose and Live Fulfilled, I get REAL about my battle with depression and share practical tips about everything I learned to find my highest purpose, live in a mentally healthy way and develop successful habits which allowed me to reach the top of a new industry.” -Darryll Stinson
In “Who Am I After Sports?” you’ll discover how to:
- Process your athletic experience and detach your identity from sports
- Get crystal clear about your new path in life
- Create a strategy to advance to the top of your chosen career
"I believe Darryll's work is vital to the success and wellness of athletes in transition across the globe. If you've ever asked yourself the question "What's next after sports?" this book will help you find and build the next season of your life."
Jack Canfield
Bestselling Author of the Chicken Soup for the
Soul Series, The Success Principles and featured
teacher in "The Secret"
Soul Series, The Success Principles and featured
teacher in "The Secret"
college and pro athletes choose us
For career coaching, networking, grieving sports, and finding the same camaraderie they had as athletes.
At Second Chance Athletes (SCA), we understand what it takes to start at the bottom of a brand new industry and advance your career while still missing the heck out of sports. We’ve helped many athletes overcome after sports depression, find new purpose and build a life they love so they can impact more lives and create a legacy that lasts beyond them.
you weren't designed to live a current life as if it's second best to your old life as an athlete.
It’s normal to miss the camaraderie and the fulfillment you once had after sports. However, as a high-performer, you’ve got big dreams and a heart to help others. We can give you strategy, systems, best practices, camaraderie and access to a network of athletes who “get it,” are experts at their craft and who have the same desire you have to make the world a better place.
And, as former athletes who have lost our first love of sports, we can help you grieve, heal and fill in love with your life beyond the game. It’s time to join your new team and build your legacy!
Purpose discovery course
This course will walk you step-by-step to find your life’s purpose that is the driving force behind everything you do. After achieving this level of self-understanding, you’ll be more effective in your work and/or business and more fulfilled in life.
Use code “ together ” to receive the course for FREE!
top three ways we can serve you
Network
with us
Connect with other current and former athletes.
mental
health
Learn how to grieve sports and live mentally healthy.
Career advancement
Land the perfect job or build your dream business.
what people say
“This is exactly what I needed as I am just now transitioning out of sports at the age of 40 and trying to figure out who I am without sports.”
Brandon
Former Body Builder
“I’ve been cutting myself, struggling with suicide and depression since sports was over. After hearing Darryll’s message I found hope and a desire to keep living.”
Anonymous
Former Womens Swimmer
“I felt so alone and empty after sports. SCA eliminated that loneliness. I am glad to be a part of this movement.”
Whiteny
Former Track and Field Athlete
“The Wuerffel Trophy signifies service, impact, and inspiration — all three things that Darryll walks out in his life every day. This book is a snapshot of how Darryll made it from suicide to success and how you can see the same success in your life. I believe what Darryll says, ‘Your best days are still ahead of you.’”
Danny Wuerffel1996 Heisman Trophy winner and executive director of Desire Street Ministries 
“Inspiring … actionable … and transformative. Darryll shares a transition framework that not only helps athletes but anyone in a season of finding a new identity and path in life.”
Buddy CurryFormer Atlanta Falcons player and founder of Kids N' Pros 
“With clear, concise, and inspiring content, Darryll offers a roadmap that guides athletes through depression after sports to create their dream life. If you’re one of the many athletes who struggle with transition, this book is the perfect place to start making changes.”
Brian PruittFirst Team Associated Press All America running back and Founder/CEO of Power of Dad 
“Transition can be a scary word for athletes, but Who Am I After Sports? helps give them the confidence to excel after their athletic career ends.
David MeltzerCo-founder of Sports 1 Marketing, best-selling author and top business coach 
“Having worked with thousands of elite athletes and high-performers, I know this book is going to equip athletes with the necessary framework to overcome after-sports depression and move toward the life of their dreams.”
Grant ParrMental performance coach, author, and 90% Mental podcast host 
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about
darryll stinson
Darryll is an entrepreneur, pastor, speaker and suicide survivor. Having played defensive end at Central Michigan University, Darryll attempted to take his life in 2011 due to an athletic career-ending injury. Through a second chance, he came to believe that his life mattered and began the arduous journey of discovering what his identity and purpose was outside of sports. Darryll, a husband and father of three beautiful daughters, is on a mission to help people experience life — and live more abundantly.
