BEACHAMPION - Long Beach State University Athletics

The BeAChampion Program is designed as a four-year comprehensive development program centered around ensuring that student-athletes are supported holistically during their time at Long Beach State. Built over the last three years with the full slate being offered in 2025-26, student-athletes will engage with curriculum specifically tailored to meeting the specific needs of their current year in school.

In the Fall of 2024, First Year Foundation set the stage for first-year student-athletes' growth and transition, while Senior Sendoff equipped graduating student-athletes with career readiness and resources for life after sports.

First Year Foundation
- 89% participation from the 2024 First-Year Student-Athletes
- Provided opportunities for freshmen to connect with peers, upperclassmen, and support staff to ease their transition into college athletics
- Laid the groundwork for person and leadership development, setting the stage for continued growth in the BEACHCHAMPION program
Senior Sendoff
- Prepared graduating student-athletes for life after sports with career readiness workshops and networking opportunities
- Featured alumni speakers sharing insights on transitioning out of collegiate athletics and navigating professional careers
- Provided seniors with key resources, including job search tools, financial planning advice, and a final connection to the Long Beach State Athletics community

The goal of the First Year Foundation course is to support first-year student-athletes in their transition to college. Through this one-unit course, student-athletes will develop essential life skills, build a strong personal foundation, and learn strategies for academic, athletic and personal success. The course focuses on identity development, decision making and establishing a sense of community to help students navigate their first year with confidence.

Key Goals For ATHL-101:
Learn about the Beach Family Academc Integrity Nutrition Mental Health Mentorship Upperclassmen Panels Alcohol and Drug Education	Build Connections Welcome Back BBQ Leadership Skills Study Habits Transferable Skills Goal Setting Define BEACH Culture

The goal of the Sophomore Success course is to build on the foundation of the freshman experience. Through this one-unit mainly asynchronous course, student-athletes will strengthen their hard and soft skills, develop their personal brand, and learn more about conflict resolution and holistic development.

Key Goals For ATHL-201:
Leadership Healthy Relationships Conflict Resolution Off-Campus Housing Meal Planning Grocery Shopping	Jobs & Internships Personal Brand Beach Academic Roadmap Resume Building Networking Workshop Strengths and Skills Assessments

The goal of the Junior Journey course is to enhance leadership, career readiness, and personal growth. Through this one-unit, mainly asynchronous course, student-athletes will develop mentorship skills, explore their values, build professional resumes, and gain essential financial literacy and NIL education all while preparing for success beyond college athletics.

Key Goals For ATHL-301:
Community Engagement Mentorship Program Leadership Resource Center Connection Mock Interview Resume Reviews LinkedIn	NIL Career Development Center Resilience Etiquette Dinner Stress Management Credit & Loan Education

The goal of the Senior Sendoff course is to east the transition out of life as a student-athlete. Through this one-unit course, we aim to ensure student-athletes leave the Beach with a holistic experience of growth and readiness for life after collegiate athletics.

Key Goals For ATHL-401:
Alumni Panels Life After Long Beach Transferable Skills Career Fairs Financial Management Athlete Identity Transition	Long Beach Legacy Networking Workshop Graduate Programs Professional Communication Interviewing Skills Elevator Pitch