Who We Are
Players Box is a comprehensive platform dedicated to personal development. We offer enriching courses that empower youth with the confidence and skills needed for success in arts, academics, and athletics.Â
Regardless of the student's focus area, our participants gain invaluable self-knowledge and learn effective strategies to navigate pressure. Our unique approach fosters confidence and calmness, equipping students and athletes with the tools they need for success in their chosen fields and beyond.
ARTS
Players Box Arts programs offer a transformative journey into personal development, empowering youth with creative skills and insights that foster self-expression and growth.
ACADEMICS
Players Box Academics programs are a comprehensive educational enrichment resource, designed to foster a love for learning, enhance critical thinking skills, and build confidence for test-taking and daily academic success. Helping students become confident, self-assured learners, is why we exist.
ATHLETICS
Players Box Athletics programs infuse play into pressure, providing a dynamic and engaging environment that enhances physical skills while fostering resilience, teamwork, and a positive attitude towards challenges.
Our focus:
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Players Box was founded by Charlie McMahan more than a decade ago. Its purpose is to help students flourish — whether in academics, athletics, or the arts — by equipping them with the mental tools needed to perform under pressure. Â
At the heart of Players Box is a performance framework summarized by the acronym P.L.A.Y. Â
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P — Personality Type: how each student responds to pressure.
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L — Learning Style: how they best absorb information and practice.
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A — Ability Level: their individual skill or proficiency, which informs their purpose.
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Y — Yes! Factor: their attitude toward themselves and positivity.
By understanding a student’s “PLAY profile,” coaches and mentors help them build resilience, self-awareness, and confidence — aiming to foster not just better performance, but healthier perspectives regarding challenge, growth, and self-esteem.
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More from Charlie hereMeet your Coaches.Â
Coach Krista
She is amazing and kind!!
Coach Mike
He is a hoot and a holler!
Coach Erik
Remember Coach Mike? Don't put them in a room together. You've never laughed harder!
Coach Zach
The only guy you won't find on social media.
Train your mind from anywhere!Â
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Whether you’re across the country or just prefer learning at your own pace, Players Box Online Foundations Course brings our proven performance training straight to you. No crowds, no schedule stress—just practical tools that help students think stronger, feel steadier, and show up ready.
Your growth, your space, your pace.
Be a part of the PB movement.Â
Players Box is growing—and we want you with us. Our monthly newsletter brings you behind the scenes with upcoming events, new collaborations, student success stories, and ways to support and engage with our community. Learn how you can make an impact, refer families, and stay connected to the heart of what we do. We look forward to seeing you there!
