Celebrating senior student‑athletes who lead with character, integrity, perseverance, and service — on the field and in the community.
Player Spotlight Award Winners
Class of 2026
Pajessa Baker
A faith-driven athlete whose work ethic and service mindset impact everyone around her.
Trinity Baker
A heart-led athlete driven by faith and purpose to make a lasting difference in the lives of others.
Coming Soon
The Beyond the Play Player Spotlight Class of 2026.
Coming Soon
The Beyond the Play Player Spotlight Class of 2026.
Coming Soon
The Beyond the Play Player Spotlight Class of 2026.
Player Spotlight: Class of 2025
Caleb Kitelinger
Kindness, leadership, and finding your passion — a true Beyond the Play story.
Kaden Stang
His story is an inspiration and fully embodies what it means to go Beyond the Play.
About the Spotlight
The Beyond the Play — Player Spotlight recognizes high‑school seniors who consistently model leadership, integrity, perseverance, and service. It’s not about stats — it’s about impact on teammates, schools, and communities.
- Character and integrity
- Perseverance through adversity
- Leadership that lifts others.
- Service and community impact
Nominate A High School Athlete Today
Why the Player Spotlight Matters
Recognizing leaders sends a clear message to younger athletes: character, service, and resilience are the real wins. These stories inspire teams, schools, and communities to go Beyond the Play.
Support the Beyond the Play Mission
Help us continue recognizing and developing young leaders through sports. Your support allows Beyond the Play to grow and impact more athletes each year.
