FALL T.A.G. PROGRAM Unlocking the door to success hinges on one's commitment and OLC wants every young adult to realize that they already have the keys. That is why Oakland Lacrosse offered year two of the 10-week Time Management, Advocacy, and Goal-Setting (T.A.G.) Program. This youth-driven fall program is specifically designed to empower returning players during the offseason—emphasizing personal growth by equipping them with the mental, physical, and emotional tools required to triumph in the spring. The foundation of the T.A.G. Program rests upon four pillars: Wellness, Academics, Leadership, and Lacrosse. Participants dedicated themselves to weekly check-ins with their mentors, team-based competitive lacrosse play days, and at-home activities. Under the nurturing guidance of their mentors, players were able to discern personal aspirations and work towards achieving them. Overall, the diverse range of activities fostered healthier lifestyles, emphasized the usefulness of prioritization, and celebrated the ongoing process of working on oneself. T.A.G. also provided several benefits—priority access to services (such as ESM College Counseling and CSA boxes through Mandela Partners), 1-on-1 mentorship with personalized goal-setting plans, a focused start to the school year, and furthered connections across the OLC community. We eagerly anticipate witnessing these 30 participants compete on behalf of their schools, motivate their teammates at games and practices, and foster camaraderie during the upcoming Oakland Athletic League season this spring.
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