Beyond the Playbook Foundation is committed to empowering student-athletes beyond their performance on the field by investing in their academic and personal success. Our scholarship program is designed to support driven individuals who demonstrate resilience, leadership, and a commitment to their future, both in sports and in life. We believe that every student-athlete deserves access to opportunities that help them thrive beyond the game, and our scholarships aim to ease financial barriers while encouraging excellence in education, character, and community impact.
Our scholarship programs recognize athletes who demonstrate resilience, leadership, and commitment to mental wellness.
Scholarship Summary
The Beyond the Playbook Scholarship is designed to support student athletes who are managing mental health challenges while pursuing their academic and athletic goals. This scholarship recognizes the resilience, strength, and determination it takes for student athletes to balance school, sports, and mental health. It also aims to encourage open conversations about mental health and provide support to those navigating these challenges.
About Bryce Gowdy
Bryce Gowdy was a talented student athlete from Deerfield Beach, Florida, who was known for his dedication to football, his strong work ethic, and his determination to succeed both academically and athletically. Bryce earned a football scholarship to Georgia Tech University, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and his bright future as a collegiate athlete. Tragically, Bryce Gowdy lost his life to suicide in 2019.
Beyond the Playbook Foundation was built on the belief that the mental game is just as critical as the physical one. We provide scholarships, counseling access, and community resources to student-athletes who need it most.
“Supporting the mission of the Beyond the Playbook Foundation is not just important—it’s necessary. As a former athlete, I understand firsthand the pressures student-athletes face both on and off the field. Mental health is just as critical as physical performance, and this foundation is creating a safe space for athletes to be seen, heard, and supported. I stand in full support of this movement to ensure no athlete has to struggle in silence.”
(Former NFL Player, CEO of Den Media Group, Founder of MFTK Foundation)
“Greatness is not only built by how far you jump, but by how strong you stand mentally through every challenge life brings. Beyond the Playbook is creating space for athletes to prioritize their mental health, believe in themselves, and keep pushing forward.”
(Jamaican Long Jumper & Olympian)
“Coming from the professional level, I know how easy it is to focus on performance and ignore everything else. What many don’t see is the mental weight athletes carry every day. Having a space like Beyond the Playbook Foundation gives athletes the opportunity to speak freely, be supported, and take care of their mental well-being in a way that truly matters.”
(Former NFL Player)
