The Most Courageous Thing You Can Do.. Is Be Yourself! - Coach Mikki
“I believe that everyone deserves a comeback story. That belief comes from my own journey of starting over, pushing through challenges, and proving that it’s never too late to win your game.”
My purpose has always been rooted in heart, hustle, and hope. I grew up learning from my dad (#63 on the field) a man who taught me that the game of football isn’t just about plays or scoreboards; it’s about people! He showed me the value of hard work, discipline, and integrity long before I ever stepped on a field. Those lessons became the foundation for how I coach, how I lead, and how I live. When I started coaching, I quickly realized my calling wasn’t just to teach the game it was to reach the kids who felt left behind. The ones who didn’t always start, who didn’t always get noticed, but who had fire in their hearts and just needed someone to believe in them. I see them because I’ve been there. I know what it feels like to fight for a spot, to be underestimated, and to rise anyway. That’s why I do what I do. Because every player , and every person deserves a coach who sees their potential before they see it themselves. My purpose is to help people discover that strength within them, to show them that the same grit, focus, and heart it takes to win on the field can transform their lives off it. Whether it’s an athlete, a business professional, or someone simply trying to find their next step, I help them build confidence, resilience, and belief that they can still win, no matter the score. This is more than football to me. It’s about building character, creating leaders, and giving hope to those who once felt left behind. That’s my purpose, and it’s my honor to live it every single day.
2015 – Obama Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award* volunteer service 2016 – Women of Influence Nominee 2022 – She Inspires Me Award 2023 – Woman of Achievement Rising Star Award 2024 – Woman of the Year Award from Women Appreciating Women (WAW), England 2024 – Induction into the WAW Hall of Fame 2024 – Honorary Doctorate – Humanitarian work
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