Chick-fil-A has recognized The D. Coffey Foundation for Athletics & Education as one of the many amazing and award-winning youth organizations. As Chick-fil-A strives to win the hearts of youths across the country, The D. Coffey Foundation will work alongside them to create a joined impact.
Partnering with Chick-fil-A to promote our youth's well-being and development is a pleasure and honor. Together, we will add meaningful value to the underserved communities because children are our future and our lifeline.
Through the Future Superstar initiative, we will lift our youth’s potential to its highest heights and celebrate their milestones at our weekly Fireside Chats and a Sponsored Meal at Chick-fil-A because they are Superstars.
Overview
Future Superstar Program
If you or your child would like to join the team and become a Future Superstar you must be in alignment and agree to the below.
* Must be enrolled in school
* Must participate in Fireside Chats and celebrations
* Must turn in assignments daily
* Must work to increase grade point average
* Must respect self, others, and adults
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How To Join The Program and get a
Sponsored Meal at Chick-fil-A
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Meet the Team
Dr. Delice Coffey
Shirlene Mobley Leaks
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Shirley Bailey-Holmes
Parthenia L. Rice
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Program Assistant
Barbara Cuff
Von Williams
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Founder & CEO
Executive Assistant
Social Media Strategist
Program Director
Program Assistant
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Stephanie Coffey
Site Coordinator
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Meet the Team
Dr. Delice Coffey
Founder & CEO
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I am Dr. Delice Coffey, and I specialize in sport and clinical psychology. I am a native of Waxhaw, North Carolina, and a successful business owner who continues to improve the world around me through my work and dedication. I have spent many years of education and business preparation to develop Living Well Sport & Life and the D. Coffey Foundation for Athletics and Education. I am dedicated to improving overall well-being both mentally and physically by working with the athlete as a whole person. I have created a system to empower individuals educationally, mentally, and physically to be the best version of themselves so that they can soar to the top in sport and life.
I have spent over 35 years with clients in my private practice and students in the school system. I have worked as the team Psychologist for Union County Xtreme AAU basketball team, Hillside High School basketball team, and Hillside High School football team. I volunteer a great deal of my time to the D. Coffey Foundation for Athletics & Education and with the WNBA and Jr. NBA Her Time to Play program.
I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and my Master of Arts (with honors) in Clinical Psychology from North Carolina Central University. I received a doctoral degree (with honors) in Sport and Performance Psychology from the University of Western States and a doctoral degree from a non-APA Clinical Psychology program.
I earned a certification in Reality Therapy from the Institute for Reality Therapy under Dr. William Glasser's tutelage – the creator and founder of Reality Therapy. I have worked as a graduate assistant at my Alma Mater in Advanced General Psychology and an adjunct professor in General Psychology. I am a Licensed Psychological Associate and a Certified Mental Game Coach Professional. I also hold a certification in sport-fitness psychology, behavioral therapy, and cognitive therapy. My psychology background, certifications, coupled with my sport-fitness expertise, makes me uniquely qualified to teach sport performance skills to athletes on all levels successfully.
While completing my studies and performing research, I became a member of the Psi Chi Honor Society and was recognized as one of the Outstanding Young Women of America. I was awarded recognition in the Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, and I worked as a research associate at Duke University Medical Center.
Shirley Bailey-Holmes
Executive Assistant
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Shirley Bailey-Holmes brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the team. She has an extensive background in business administration, with most of her work with the Department of the Navy. With over 20 years of experience, Mrs. Holmes has mastered many skills, such as Microsoft Excel, attention to detail, critical thinking, conflict resolution, contract negotiation, customer relations, office management, and more.
Mrs. Holmes is a knowledgeable Government Contracting Officer/Purchasing Agent with expertise in small purchase procedures and Government-Wide Purchase Cards. She is dedicated to overall business success and adept at supporting all staff’s internal and external customer needs. She is also versatile in supply chain management bringing expertise in Government Contracting Procedures, Commercial Software Licensing, including End User License Agreements, Blanket Purchase Agreements, General Service Agreements (GSA), and supporting the needs of a busy office.
Mrs. Holmes has many accomplishments under her belt.
∙ Awarded “Technical Employee of the Year” for outstanding contracting and administrative support.
∙ Implemented Software Improvement procedures and guidelines for the Naval Postgraduate School Software program with a team of Staff members, Managers, and Professors.
∙ Received Directors Cash Award for exemplary service during the Fiscal Year ending 2015.
∙ Awarded by the Department of the Army for Outstanding Support to Army Substance Program Clinical Services Division 2010.
In addition to her accomplishments, she has the following certifications:
∙ Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II Certified Purchasing Agent for the Contracts and Logistics Management Directorate, Naval Postgraduate School (NPS), Monterey, CA 93943 (1994)
∙ Government Contract Law; Effective Communication for Executive Leadership; Resourcing for Fiscal Law; Federal Acquisition Regulation Procedures; Contingency Contracting; Economics for Organizational Behavior; Service Contracting; Contract Negotiations (2015)
∙ University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine, Forensic Addictions Corrections Treatment certificate (FACT) (2004)
∙ Career Readiness for Financial Records (QuickBooks) 2018
∙ Basic Excel (Jan 2019)
∙ Excel Specialist Certificate (March 2019)
∙ Excel VLOOKUP (Feb 2019) and Excel Pivot Tables (Feb 2019)
Barbara Cuff
Program Assistant
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Parthenia L. Rice
Licensed Zumba Kids Instructor
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Parthenia L. Rice brings high energy and enthusiasm to the team. She is a native of Waxhaw, North Carolina, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from North Carolina Central University in Durham, North Carolina.
Ms. Rice is a former athlete and dancer. She cheered for Western Union School and Parkwood High School basketball and football teams. She played softball with Durham Recreation Center and completed three 5K races. In the last 5K, Ms. Rice beat her personal best and was among the highest runners in her age group. She has a health and wellness business – My Body Boutique- that helped her lose and keep off 30 pounds.
During Ms. Rice’s college days, she danced with the famous Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble group. Ms. Rice was one of the original dancers with the group. Given her love for sports and dance, she became a licensed Zumba teacher for adults and children.
She enjoys Zumba because it is a Latin-inspired dance fitness. It incorporates Latin and international music along with dance movements. She has created a dynamic, exhilarating, and effective class for children and adults. With a special certification in Zumba for Kids, this type of body movement is fun for children educationally and physically.
Research has shown that movement benefits children’s academic performance and improves their behavior. In the same context, incorporating body movement into programs will keep students engaged and excited about learning.
Zumba for Kids is a popular class combining dance and aerobics elements. With their favorite music, kids learn to move, listen to the rhythm, exercise their bodies, and improve their health. Zumba for Kids will benefit the children’s growth and protect them from many problems associated with a sedentary lifestyle. It will increase flexibility, improve neuromuscular coordination, boost self-confidence and self-esteem, and is a perfect stress reliever for children. Zumba for Kids movement will also help students retain the content more, ignite brain areas and improve neuron connections.
Von Williams
Social Media Strategist
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Hi! I’m Von Williams. I am the daughter of the late Don Cureton and Libby Faulkner. I was born and raised right in the town of Mineral Springs, NC with my extended family of aunts, uncles, grandparents, and cousins. Being raised in a small town was such a blessing to me. I remember I could walk to the store from my grandparents house and get a nab (what grandma used to call a snack) and drink. This was because everyone on the way to the store knew me, my parents and grandparents. Although this might not be the world that we live in today. I would love to make the world seem a little smaller and safer for our youth in any way possible. That is why I love being able to assist with programs that support, encourage and build our community.
So here is just a little bit about me. I am the mother of six beautiful children. I have worked with individuals with special needs for the past 18 years. I am currently offering my services as a substitute teacher. I am the administrator assistant for my church and for the Carolina Venom Football Team. Out of all that I do I am passionate about our youth. I am always looking for ways to be able to pour into the next generation. I have been fortunate enough to be able to accomplish this in our community by working as a youth leader in church, being a parent that opens my home to young people, and just by leading with love. I would love to say that all my kid’s friends considered me someone that they could talk to and rely on. I am honored to be part of such an awesome organization that is empowering and equipping our youth.
Shirlene Leaks
Funding Coordinator
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Shirlene Leaks is a Union County native and graduate of Parkwood High School. She attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Presently, she is employed with Union County Public Schools Central Services as a Communications Assistant. She is a licensed real estate agent who has worked for both Re/Max Realty and Allen Tate Realty, but currently is inactive. She is married with two wonderful daughters and two beautiful grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoys working in her yard, watching comedy specials, classic movies and HGTV. The beach is her favorite place because the ocean brings her peace. Her advice in life for others as well as herself comes from Matthews 19:26... with God All things are possible!
Stephanie Coffey
Site Coordinator
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