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MAP Training Camp - Plays Overview PDF
MAP Training Camp - Plays Overview PDF
PLAYS OVERVIEW
Amal Yamusah
Make A Play Foundation Founder, CEO
This Playbook & Assignment Overview is a guide on how to approach Make A Play’s
Training Camp. We have divided all of your assignments, both substantive study and
skills training, amongst six distinct (6) “Plays.” Each Play does not necessarily
correspond to a specific period of time (i.e., one week) but rather to the number of
hours it should take to complete each play.
As a general guideline, students who ‘train’ every day should be able to complete a
single “play” between 12-14 days. Determining the exact length of a play will depend
heavily on whether that student is in-season or in their off-season.
All MAP Players entering our community come in at the “Pro” level. Your ability to
successfully complete material will allow you to level up to “Hall of Fame” status. MAP
Players who have completed 75% of the Training Camp will have access to one on one
coaching sessions.
Plays: Each play includes (1) a variation of resources (articles, videos, presentations) and
(2) activities to exercise your learnings. These activities are opportunities to dive deeper
into the Play, giving you resources that you can leverage beyond the Playbook. Per our
direction, we will ask you to submit your work as proof of completion.
Our Training Camp is a well-tested approach that has been used by many of MAP’s
Coaches to secure executive positions. If you have any questions about this Overview or
the Training Camp in general, please e-mail us at info@makeaplayfoundation.com. We
are here to help you be successful on and off the field!
Amal Yamusah
Make A Play Foundation Founder, CEO
• On the Field – developing power skills surrounding leadership and teamwork – skills
that you already possess that will help you professionally.
• Off the Field - management of your time and responsibilities on or off campus; and
review of tools to improve organizational efficacy.
• Brand - presenting your individual brand for professional and social capital.
• Community - developing your leadership abilities on and off the field by becoming
more comfortable with the ‘uncomfortable’ or sublime.
Amal Yamusah
Make A Play Foundation Founder, CEO
1. Film Study
We incorporate 3 video lectures into our course to strengthen your
confidence and focus, and to game-plan for the realities you will face as an
underrepresented student- athlete in the hiring process.
With solid film study, you can pick up on certain tendencies that employers
and hiring managers utilize and use them to your advantage. Remember: the
best defense is a great offense —so, be proactive in learning your opponent's
strategies.
2. Coaching Tips
Learning to read defenses is critical to your development on and off the
field—and a part of that is learning from professionals and experts in your
desired field. We incorporate 3 articles into our course to give you a mental
edge.
Amal Yamusah
Make A Play Foundation Founder, CEO
As you run the plays, you will inherently adapt to the rigors of ‘playing’ in
corporate America and will become ‘game-ready’ as a result.
4. Post-Game Interview
We prepare a list of interview questions at the end of each “Play” that
corresponds with the specific skill(s) we will be developing/testing. This
preparation will allow you to speak more comfortably, flexibly, and
confidently about your experiences on and off the field to hiring managers.
5. Highlight Reel
After you practice your skills by watching film, reading our coaching tips, and
running the plays, we highlight ways for you to represent your skills on a
resume, cover letter or LinkedIn profile; and in a way that ensures you and
your experiences shine.
Amal Yamusah
Make A Play Foundation Founder, CEO
• All-Pro:
o Requirements: Master Plays (1) and (2) — On the Field and Off the Field
o Skills Development: (1) Learn your personality + leadership style; (2) Develop
'power skills' + how to translate them to the workplace
o Suggested time for completion: 30 days
• Superstar:
o Requirements: Master Plays (3) and (4) — Network and Brand
o Skills Development: (1) Create a resume + cover letter through our automated
technology; (2) Create a LinkedIn account + add ~50 professional contacts; (3)
Learn the STAR method for interview preparation
o Suggested time for completion: 60 days
• Hall of Fame:
o Requirements: Master Plays (5) and (6) — On the Field and Off the Field
o Skills Development: (1) Learn about underrepresented leaders with athletic
backgrounds; (2) Leverage relationships with various stakeholders on campus
our personality and leadership style; (3) Join industry-specific and cultural-
specific organizations
o Suggested time for completion: 90 - 120 days
Amal Yamusah
Make A Play Foundation Founder, CEO
Amal Yamusah
Make A Play Foundation Founder, CEO