Raising Athletes, Building Futures
A family-centered blueprint designed to help parents and athletes navigate the pressures of today and create success that lasts a lifetime.
The Struggle Parents Face Raising an Athlete
Behind every athlete’s highlight reel is a family working tirelessly to hold it all together. Parents invest thousands of dollars and hours into club teams, private lessons, trainers, and recruiting services, yet can still feel isolated and uncertain if they’re truly preparing their child for long-term success.
When challenges arise, whether it’s an injury, a tough season, or the pressure of balancing everything, parents often find themselves searching for answers. They seek guidance they can trust, support they can rely on, and a blueprint that offers clarity and confidence throughout the uncertainty of their family’s journey.
The Hidden Struggle Today’s Athletes Face
Today’s athletes carry more weight than ever before. They’re balancing sports, academics, social media, peer pressure, and expectations; all under the constant microscope of comparison. The pursuit of excellence can leave them feeling exhausted, uncertain, and defined only by wins and losses.
Talent alone isn’t enough. Without the right mindset, vision, and discipline, athletes struggle to turn potential into lasting success on and off the field. Athletes need more than training; they need tools and strategies to handle pressure, build resilience, and stay grounded in who they are beyond the game.
When Family Fuels the Future
Our own children, Riley, Mike, and JR, are living proof that the HPA Blueprint transforms potential into performance, in the classroom, on the field, and in life.
RILEY
MIKE
JR
Riley
Riley built her foundation on the diamond, playing Division I softball at Indiana University and Indiana State University. After her playing career, she broke barriers as the youngest scout ever hired into the NFL. Today, she serves as the Director of Player Engagement for a Top Power 4 football program, where she empowers athletes to succeed on and off the field.
Mike
Mike is a left-handed reliever for McKendree University, where his talent and grit have made him a trusted arm out of the bullpen. After undergoing Tommy John surgery, he is living out the very mindset the HPA Blueprint teaches turning setbacks into comebacks. His relentless work ethic and resilience are fueling his recovery and preparing him to return to the mound stronger than ever.
JR
JR is a freshman center at New Mexico State University, bringing the same grit, discipline, and resilience that have defined his journey from the locker room to the classroom. As he begins his collegiate career, he continues to embody the HPA Blueprint — proving that with vision, hard work, and family support, young athletes can rise to compete at the highest level.
If this resonates with you and your family, let’s get on a call. As parents, we all want to give our kids every opportunity, but it can feel overwhelming to carry that weight alone. This isn’t about pressure or a sales pitch—it’s simply an honest conversation about where your athlete is, where your family wants to go, and how to bridge that gap. Together, we’ll see if this is the right fit to support not just your child, but your whole family along the journey.
“Choose Your Blueprint”
Three paths, one mission, helping athletes and families rise together.
Tier 1: The Core
“The Foundation”
Building habits that last a lifetime.
Strong foundations for athletes, clarity for parents, building the habits today that create success tomorrow.
Weekly live athlete coaching + Q&A with Coach Heck: training in the four pillars: Mindset, Leadership, Vision, and Discipline.
Weekly parent-only coaching + Q&A with Coach Heck: tools, strategies, and language to reinforce growth at home while managing expectations and relationships.
Weekly journaling and guided reflections to lock in learning.
Access to the evolving HPA Blueprint curriculum that grows with the athlete.
Athlete Benefit: Develops the habits, mindset, and confidence necessary to excel in competition and life.
Parent Benefit: Equips parents with language and tools to reinforce growth at home and confidently manage expectations and relationships throughout the journey.
Tier 2: The Premium Blueprint
“The Accelerator”
Focused growth for athletes and families.
Deeper training, stronger accountability, built for athletes and families ready to rise to the next level.
All Tier 1 benefits (athlete + parent coaching, journaling, curriculum).
Additional small-group coaching sessions for athletes — sharpening competition mindset and leadership.
Parent/Athlete 1:1 accountability check-ins with Coach Heck to ensure consistent progress and alignment at home and on the field.
Expanded parent workshops + Q&A on navigating expectations, managing pressure, and managing strong relationships with coaches and teammates.
Athlete Benefit: Sharpens competitive edge and leadership skills while creating a clear path forward in sports and life.
Parent Benefit: Gives parents the confidence to manage expectations, pressure, and relationships while guiding their athlete through the ups and downs of competition.
Tier 3: The Ultimate Blueprint
“The Legacy”
Beyond the game, into every arena of life.
Total immersion coaching is designed for families who want maximum growth, clarity, and transformation.
All Tier 1 & Tier 2 benefits.
1:1 athlete coaching calls with Coach Heck for personalized strategy and support.
1:1 parent coaching calls to align family and athlete goals while managing expectations and relationships at every stage.
Custom growth plan tailored to each athlete’s vision, discipline, and long-term success.
Priority access to exclusive resources, events, and opportunities within the HPA community.
Athlete Benefit: Gains personalized guidance to unlock full potential, overcome setbacks, and execute a long-term vision for success.
Parent Benefit: Receives direct coaching and a tailored family roadmap to ensure alignment, support, and confidence in managing expectations and relationships every step of the way.
It’s Not Just About Talent
Talent may win games, but talent alone isn’t enough. What truly creates champions, both on and off the field, in the classroom, and in life, is mindset, leadership, vision, and discipline. These are the qualities that carry athletes through pressure, setbacks, and transitions, long after the final whistle blows.
And here’s the truth: athletic achievement without family involvement falls short. Success that lasts requires parents and athletes working together, guided by a framework they can both trust. The High-Performance Athlete Blueprint bridges that gap, providing families with the tools, strategies, and support to grow together through the journey.
Let’s Have a Real Conversation
If what you’ve read here resonates with you, let’s schedule a call. No pressure, no pitch — just an honest conversation about where you’re at and where you want to go. If it feels like the right fit, we’ll move forward together. And if not, that’s okay too — I’ll do everything I can to point you in a direction that still helps you and your family rise.