THE TEAM
Dr. Jess Kirby
SIDELINE SUPPORT, Program Director
Dr. Jess Kirby is the Program Director for Sideline Support. As an Associate Professor of Health Promotion and Sport Psychology at University of Colorado, Colorado Springs and Program Director for student-athlete mental wellness and mental performance, she brings 16 years of experience as an innovative leader, teacher, mentor, QPR trained, certified suicide prevention instructor, and researcher in her field. Dr. Kirby specializes in facilitating mental health education and mental skills training for athletes and coaches to build mental wellness and resilience to prevent burnout and to enhance sport enjoyment and longevity.
Daryn Ofori Kuragu
Secretary
A graduate of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and former Division II track and field athlete, Daryn is a dedicated advocate for student-athlete mental health. He served as a leader in Mountain Lion Strong, UCCS’s student-athlete mental wellness initiative, and has supported mental health awareness through public speaking and community engagement, including TrueSport Talks: Mental Wellness. Daryn works in healthcare and is pursuing an MBA focused on healthcare leadership.
Darius Neyland
Multimedia Specialist
In 2018, I bought my first camera, unaware of the journey it would lead me on. However, after capturing some of life’s precious moments, I realized I had discovered my passion. Years later, with countless shoots under my belt, I’ve had the privilege of documenting people at their peak life moments, from weddings to award ceremonies. The satisfaction lies in my ability to document life’s stories, educate viewers, and inspire positive change.
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Game Plan Life Foundation shares mental health education and community support resources and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or mental health treatment. If you or someone you know is experiencing an emergency or mental health crisis, please call 911. If you or someone you know is in crisis or having suicidal thoughts, please call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. For non-emergency mental health support, please contact the trusted providers and resources in your local community.
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