Athletic Training & Skill Development
Sport-specific coaching and conditioning that meet young athletes where they are and help them reach the next level — with an emphasis on fundamentals, effort, and consistency.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit · Smithfield, Virginia
Building stronger youth through sports and education.
SAS SEVEN provides athletic training, mentorship, and educational support to young people in Smithfield, Virginia — helping them grow as athletes, students, and people.
- Est. 2021Founded
- 501(c)(3)Nonprofit status
- Smithfield, VAWhere we serve
- Youth-firstOur focus
About us
Sports as a platform for growth.
SAS SEVEN is a nonprofit organization founded in 2021 and based in Smithfield, Virginia. We use sports as a platform to develop discipline, confidence, and character in young people — pairing athletic training with academic and life-skills support so every athlete we work with is set up to succeed on and off the field.
Our mission
To develop young people through athletics and education — providing quality training, mentorship, and academic support that help them build confidence, discipline, and character.
What we do
Our focus areas.
Three connected pillars that support the whole young person — not just the athlete.
Academic & Life Skills
Educational support and life-skills guidance that keep athletes focused on the classroom as much as the court or field, building habits that last well beyond their playing years.
Mentorship & Character
Positive role models and a supportive community that help young people build confidence, accountability, and leadership — on their team and in their lives.
What we stand for
The values behind the work.
01
Discipline
Show up, work hard, and hold yourself to a standard — every day.
02
Community
No one grows alone. We build a team around every young person.
03
Growth
Progress over perfection — in sport, in school, and in character.
04
Access
Opportunity to train and grow should reach every kid who wants it.
Leadership
The people behind SAS SEVEN.
A dedicated team guiding our programs, operations, and mission.
Sascha Stafford
Founder & President
A Smithfield native and former Smithfield High School basketball player, Sascha founded SAS SEVEN to give local youth the training, mentorship, and support to succeed on and off the field.
Chris Williams
Vice President
Helps lead SAS SEVEN's programs and day-to-day direction in service of the young people we work with.
T. Craig Stellings
Treasurer
Oversees the organization's finances and stewardship, keeping SAS SEVEN accountable and sustainable.
Get involved
Help us reach more young people.
SAS SEVEN runs on community support. Here's how you can be part of the work.
Donate
Your gift funds training, equipment, and educational support for local youth. Every dollar goes to the mission.
Support usVolunteer
Coaches, mentors, and helping hands make our programs possible. Share your time and skills.
Get in touchPartner
Schools, businesses, and community groups: let's work together to expand what's possible for our youth.
Start a conversationContact
Let's talk.
Questions about our programs, partnerships, or how to support the work? We'd love to hear from you.
Email
info@sasseven.org
Address
210 Main Street
Smithfield, VA 23430
United States
Smithfield, VA 23430
United States
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