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Programs

Individual and Institutional Services

Student-Athletes and Families | Teams and Coaches | Institutions and Conferences


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Virtual Internship Program (VIP)

A professional incubator that bridges the Resume Gap for elite student-athletes.


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Career Launch Academy (CLA)

The Premium Bridge to Academic and Professional Dominance.


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Post Graduate Basketball Academy (PGA)

Launching August 2028


Prepare Better. Compete Longer. Graduate Stronger.


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Odd Coaches Podcast℠

The Global Authority on Coaching Leadership.


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Access is not preparation.

THE TRADITIONAL MODEL ASKS

“Can we get the student into college?”

CKA ASKS

“Can we prepare the student to succeed once they arrive?”

Since 2009

Serving student-athletes

800+

podcast episodes


1,000+

videos

Research

with The Drake Group

Accredited academic partners

(UMass Global, Columbia School)


Frameworks

The SDS Framework

Structure + Discipline + Support


A proprietary framework that gives student-athletes the systems and goals to succeed (Structure), the accountability to follow through (Discipline), and the mentors and advocates to guide them (Support).

The 100/100 Standard™

Effort + Accountability + Excellence


CKA’s guiding belief that academic excellence and athletic performance are one unified standard, with student-athletes giving 100% in the classroom and 100% in their sport.

Dr. Keith G. Adams

FOUNDER


Dr. Keith G. Adams, Ed.D., CMAA | 30+ years in education, athletics, and coaching | Founder, CKA SAVE Project | President-Elect, The Drake Group


Founded in 2009 by Dr. Keith G. Adams, an educator, coach, and athletic administrator with 30+ years of experience, CKA SAVE Project℠ is a nonprofit building student-athletes who are ready for more than the next level.

Keri Alexander Luchowski, Executive Director North Coast Athletic Conference

"We are thrilled to partner with Dr. Adams and the CKA SAVE Project. We share the goals of empowering students through rigorous academics and outstanding athletics. Developing the whole student to become a productive and successful citizen is also the Division III goal and we're proud to partner with an organization that has been highlighting the same power of sport. The CKA SAVE Project Balanced Student-Athlete Award is a fantastic way to shine a light on deserving student-athletes from our four conferences, and also to elevate their experience at the Opendorse Bowl Series. And knowing that research opportunities exist with CKA SAVE Project are an added bonus opportunity for our students. This is a fantastic partnership!"

Jim Larranaga, Head Basketball University of Miami

“There is no greater responsibility in life than to help others. Keith Adams and the CKA SAVE Project embody this ideal. His efforts have and will continue to have a positive impact on the young people he works with. His devotion to helping students is a shining example to all of us as to what can be accomplished when you make a total commitment to doing the right thing.”

Dr. Lisa M. Rubin, Associate Professor, Kansas State University

"Dr. Adams' book provides knowledge and stories for prospective college athletes, informed by research on academic and athletic motivation."

One Goal: Balance. One Result:

Success.℠

CKA SAVE Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving student-athletes nationwide, founded in 2009 by Dr. Keith G. Adams, developing student-athletes who are ready for more than the next level.


Building Student-Athletes Who Are Ready for More Than the Next Level.

Silver Spring, Maryland

Serving student-athletes nationwide.


CKA SAVE Project does not guarantee admission to any college, a scholarship, credit transfer, or a professional career. We provide the preparation, development, and support.


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