Launching in 2015, Dream.Believe.Grind.Athletics, will host small group athletic training sessions in the Atlanta metro area. Speed, strength and agility are some of the attributes needed to be successful in all sports, however, many programs do not focus on the mental health of these young athletes. Athletes are prone to mental health issues, depression and suicidal thoughts. The pressure of being an athlete can be overwhelming for many, combined with the normal day to day life of a growing teenager, maintaining good grades and peer pressure, can lead to stress and anxiety for these aspiring college athletes. This program focuses on the physical and technical skills of these young athletes, but it also focuses on the positive mental health of these young athletes, following and guiding each on their journey to become GREAT.

The vision of Dream.Believe.Grind.Athletics was created by college graduate, Raishard Crawford, a Rutger’s University football scholarship award winner and lifelong athlete. Raishard "Ray" Crawford grew up in Newport News, "bad news" Virginia, before moving to Richmond, Virginia in what was considered to be another dangerous area.  While growing up surrounded by crime and temptation, under the strict eye of his mother, Gwendolyn Crawford and guidance of his older brother "OJ", Raishard Crawford focused his energy on becoming a disciplined athlete.  His love for football developed at an early age and his determination to succeed and go to college became his sole focus.