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From Athlete to Impact — Your Next Chapter Starts Here.
why Transition Coaching?
When the final whistle blows — you shouldn’t walk away lost.
You’ve trained hard. You’ve sacrificed. You’ve competed. But when your athletic career changes — the structure, the identity, the purpose — everything can feel uncertain.
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Maybe you’re asking:
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What’s next for me after sports?
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How do I turn drive, discipline, and teamwork into a meaningful career?
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Can I still use my athletic mindset — but in a new field?
We get it. And you’re not alone.
​At Pressing Forward, we help athletes find clarity, confidence, and purpose beyond competition.
What We Help Athletes With
Career Direction & Planning
Discover a path aligned with your strengths, values, and future goals.
Identity & Mindset Support
Redefine who you are beyond your sport with confidence.
Resume, Interview & Professional Skills Coaching
1:1 Athlete Transition Coaching
Understand your value and communicate it powerfully.
Personalized support to help you take the next step with clarity.
Why Athletes Choose Pressing Forward
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We understand the emotional and mental toll of leaving sport.
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We help you translate athletic strengths into real-world career opportunities.
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We combine mental performance, identity work, and career development to support the whole athlete.
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We’re committed to helping you build a life of impact beyond the game.
Get to Know coach nowoola
Nowoola Awopetu is a Staten Island native and former Division I athlete dedicated to empowering student-athletes to excel beyond the game. As a coach and speaker, he has had the pleasure of serving over 1,000+ athletes nationwide, helping them navigate performance, identity, and transition—equipping them to lead with purpose and make an impact on and off the field.
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