High School Athlete Recruitment
Connecting high school athletes with job opportunities is essential for athlete recruitment, allowing those involved in high school sports to hire athletes effectively.
2026 SOCAL HS TEAM CAPTAINS OF THE YEAR AWARDS
About
Hire High School Athletes (HHSA), a leading nonprofit dedicated to bridging the gap between athletic leadership and career professional development, today announced the launch of the inaugural Team Captains of the Year Awards. This digital-first initiative celebrates Southern California high school sports team captains who exemplify exceptional leadership, discipline, and emotional intelligence—key traits within the “Athlete DNA” that position them as the preferred choices for athlete recruitment and make them the 'Blue Chip' recruits of the future workforce.
What makes our awards different?
Unlike traditional sports awards that focus on points scored or games won, this program honors the 'intangibles' that are crucial for athlete recruitment in high school sports. Categories include The Resilience Award, The Community Impact Captain, and The Workplace-Ready Leader, highlighting qualities that make it easier to hire athletes who excel beyond the scoreboard.
How it works
The awards will take place entirely across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube, allowing students, coaches, and parents to participate in real-time. Nominations are open to the public, and as part of the athlete recruitment process in high school sports, winners will be announced during a live digital broadcast in June, highlighting the opportunity to hire athletes.
Which High Schools will be represented?
Our Team Captains of the Year Awards will be accepting nominations from all schools across the following counties, which are integral to athlete recruitment in high school sports: Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and Ventura County. This initiative aims to showcase exceptional talent and help hire athletes who excel in their respective sports.
The “MVP” (Local County Title Sponsor)
$3,000 investment provides premium brand visibility, which is essential for athlete recruitment in high school sports. This includes your logo on all County Award Graphics, a keynote speaking slot, a promotional video, or a prize giveaway before the main County Awards event. Additionally, the County Awards will be presented by Rights, along with (2 x HHSA fitted hats, 2 x HHSA tote bags, and 1 x HHSA journal) to promote your efforts to hire athletes.
The “All-Star” (Local County Category Sponsor)
$1,500 investment comes with local category awards sponsor rights (e.g., “The Resilience Award” for the San Bernardino County Team Captains is presented by (your brand/company name), which supports athlete recruitment initiatives in high school sports. This package includes 1x HHSA Fitted Hat and 1x HHSA Journal, perfect for those looking to hire athletes and promote their brand.
The “Varsity” Local County Digital Partner
$500 investment includes local digital placement in the footer of all emails sent to county athletes, coaches, parents, and supporters who are signed up to watch high school sports awards live. Additionally, it features placement on the event guide sponsors page, which includes logo and link placement on the HHSA website for 6 months. This opportunity not only promotes athlete recruitment but also provides a chance to hire athletes through the visibility gained (1 x HHSA Journal).
The Mentor Gift $250
The Mentor Gift funds specialized Dream Career Prep Kits for 10 students, helping them prepare for athlete recruitment opportunities in high school sports. This initiative also includes name recognition on our 'Community Wall' pages, highlighting our commitment to hire athletes.
The Team Captain Lunch $100
The Team Captain Lunch: Your $100 gift will fund a celebration lunch for four team captains selected in your local school district county, promoting athlete recruitment and supporting the spirit of high school sports, as we aim to hire athletes who exemplify leadership.
The Prize Fund $25
The Prize Fund: Your $25 gift will help fund prizes and giveaways (i.e., gift cards, gas cards, etc.) for the team captains who did not receive any awards at the event. This support is crucial for encouraging athlete recruitment and acknowledging their contributions in high school sports, even for those who may not have been recognized. Reminder: We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, our EIN: 33-1715993, and your sponsorship will be tax-deductible in accordance with your local law, making it easier to hire athletes and support their journey.
ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION
Our Mission
Founded in 2024, Hire High School Athletes (HHSA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to athlete recruitment, creating pathways for high school athletes to leverage their athletic training and discipline into successful professional careers. HHSA offers resumes, networking opportunities, and career guidance to help student-athletes transition from high school sports to impactful roles in various industries, with a focus on hiring athletes for the 2026 Campaign in public service.
High School Athlete Dream Career Coach Certification
The registration annual fee for the High School Athlete Dream Career Coach Certification includes 120 hours of training, a background check, training tools and resources, as well as ongoing support and training for one year. This program is designed to enhance athlete recruitment and prepare you to effectively hire athletes in the competitive realm of high school sports.
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From the Field to the Frontline
Join our 2026 SoCal HHSA Public Service Career Campaign, where we focus on athlete recruitment and the importance of high school sports to hire athletes who can excel in public service roles.
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