• Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025

 

• Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM (Doors open at 5:00 PM)

 

• Location: Fairborn High School | 1523 Commerce Center Blvd, Fairborn, OH

 

The Athlete’s Edge is a free, high-impact event designed to equip high school athletes with the tools, mindset, and inspiration to succeed — not just in sports, but in life.

 

This one-of-a-kind panel brings together elite athletes and leaders with deep roots in the Miami Valley to share real stories, practical wisdom, and powerful mental health tools.

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Featuring:

• Norris Cole – 2x NBA Champion & Founder, Route Thirty Consulting

• Dr. Chris Wright – Former NBA Player & Founder, The Flyght Academy

• Donnie Evege – Former OSU Football Player & Co-Founder, Limitless Hope

• Josh Copeland – Motivational Speaker & Founder, Learning 2 Cope

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Topics Include:

• Mental health and emotional wellness

• Leadership and character development

• Life after sports

• Goal setting, identity, and resilience

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This event is 100% free for student-athletes, coaches, families, and community members. Whether you're on the field, on the court, or on the journey of life — this is your moment to grow.