About SAWA
Supporting the athlete
behind the performance
SAWA — the Student Athlete Wellness Association — was founded to address a gap in student-athlete support: the mental and emotional side of sport that often goes unspoken.
Our Mission
To give student-athletes structured, peer-driven support that builds mental resilience and enhances performance. We do this through three things: mentorship and accountability pairings, wellness content and workshops, and speaker sessions with elite athletes. When athletes are supported as whole people — not just performers — they achieve more and sustain it longer.
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Mentees paired
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Mentors on the team
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Wellness survey responses
Why It Matters
Student-athletes face unique pressures that require more than generic wellness tips:
Our Approach
How SAWA Supports You
Four core pillars designed to help student-athletes perform better, feel supported, and grow consistently.
Peer Support System
Mentorship pairings and accountability partners keep athletes supported and consistent — regular check-ins mean no one navigates the pressure alone.
Elite Insight
Talks with professionals, Olympians, and D1 competitors give students real insight into handling pressure, overcoming setbacks, and performing at the highest level.
In-Person Community Work
Through our OneFit gym partnership, we coach weekly fitness classes for young athletes and run in-person mental wellness talks — bringing SAWA support beyond the screen.
Performance Content
Practical mental performance and wellness content made for student-athletes — mindset, discipline, recovery, and consistency — with simple strategies you can apply daily.
Our Values
Privacy
What you share stays confidential. Period.
Trust
Built on honest, non-judgmental support.
Empathy
We listen first, understand always.
Accountability
Consistent check-ins drive real change.
Resilience
Every setback is a setup for a comeback.
Excellence
Pursuing your best self, every day.
Our Team
David Frankl-Kiss
Founder & President
Grade 12
Ms. Tewsley
Faculty Advisor
ASD Counselor
Lucas Jol
Events & Athlete Outreach Coordinator
Connor Hall
Content & Media Coordinator