GRIT Play 7v7 Open Field Series
A 7v7 open field series organized by GRIT for kids, giving young athletes organized play in a competitive, supportive setting.
- Open field 7v7 play for kids
- Organized by the GRIT Play series
What We Do
Preparation + Opportunity = Success
GRIT is more than a sports training company. It is a tool kids can use to build a solid foundation of self-confidence and belief in themselves to tackle anything life throws at them.
Join The FamilyWhat We Do
GRIT Athletic Academy is driven by the principle that Preparation + Opportunity = Success. We motivate, mentor, inspire and encourage young men and women, and we give tools that assist parents and our community in the development of their children.
Our Programs
Every program starts with the same foundation: a solid base of self-confidence. From there, our coaches build the skills, habits and confidence athletes carry onto the field and beyond it.
Athletic Preparation
General athletic training that builds the base skills and conditioning young athletes need before they step onto the field.
- Skill development and fundamentals
- Strength and movement work
Mentorship & Community
GRIT supports families and the surrounding community, mentoring young men and women beyond the sport itself.
- Support for parents and families
- Community development through sport
The GRIT Formula
Preparation
+
Opportunity
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Success
GRIT is a place that motivates, mentors, inspires and encourages, and that gives tools that assist parents and our community in the development of their children. The goal is not only athletic performance, but the confidence and belief a young athlete carries with them long after training ends.
Try Us For Free
Free sessions and free pass redemption are available, so families can see the coaching and the environment before committing. Come out, meet the coaches, and let the kids work.
Registration forms are available to join the Gritty Athlete family, and our team will follow up with information about pricing and details.
Contact UsGRIT Athletic Academy is built around a simple idea: preparation and opportunity together create success. The programs offered here are not limited to drills on the field, but serve as a tool young athletes can carry into every part of life. Coaches work with kids to build a solid foundation of self-confidence and belief, so that when challenges come — a tough practice, a difficult match, or everyday pressure — they have the character to tackle it head on.
Every GRIT program starts with the same base: self-confidence developed through movement, skill work, and purposeful coaching. Athletes train in an environment designed to challenge them, sharpen their technique, and reinforce mental toughness as much as physical readiness. The work is specific and deliberate, because genuine growth comes from consistent preparation rather than shortcuts. Mentors, trainers, and coaches model the behaviors they expect from young men and women on the field and off it.
GRIT also gives parents and the surrounding community something to lean on. By motivating, mentoring, inspiring, and encouraging children, the academy creates a space where families can see progress and where young people feel supported rather than judged. Feedback for parents, a welcoming spirit, and a shared emphasis on balance, character, and opportunity help each athlete grow into a gritty, positive person — on the field, at school, at home, and in life beyond sport.
Who We Work With
| Area | Details |
|---|---|
| Athletes | Young men and women building self-confidence, belief and athletic skills. |
| Families | Parents supported with tools that assist in the development of their children. |
| Community | Kids travelling from Tempe, Mesa, Chandler and Gilbert train with GRIT. |
| Coaching | Led by Darryl Smith (Coach Smith) and Darryl Smith III (Coach D), with over 12 years of coaching and training athletes. |
Ready to get started?
Complete a registration form and join the Gritty Athlete family.