Stories of Growth & Impact
Over the years, Coach Pray has worked with students, athletes, families, and individuals to help them build confidence, develop better habits, and pursue growth. Here are some words from people who have experienced his coaching, teaching, and mentorship.
Client, Student, & Athlete Experiences
"I had the pleasure of being taught and coached by Mr. Pray in 5th grade. I am extremely grateful that I had such great teachers growing up because they were very impactful on my life. One thing that really stuck out to me that I still remember from the 5th grade was that Mr. Pray truly loved his job. Whether we were practicing, learning or joking about his struggling favorite college teams, Mr. Pray was passionate about the growth of all of his students. That passion and joy for impacting students made coming to school something to look forward to each and every day. I am extremely grateful that I was blessed to have such a positive impact on my life at such a young age!"
Parent & Community Perspectives
"Mr. Pray has a gift for building strong relationships with students and athletes. He instinctively knows when they need corrective feedback, encouragement, a hug, or simply a smile and a laugh. People of all ages connect with him and learn from you because he observes, listens, and treats them with genuine respect."
"Tom has been working with my college-aged son for the past few months, combining integrative health coaching with mindset coaching. One of the first ways they connected was by working out together at the gym. Tom not only taught my son how to use the equipment effectively, but also helped him build confidence, feel comfortable in the gym, and make meaningful progress toward his physical goals. The mindset coaching has been even more impactful. My son has learned the importance of staying present instead of focusing only on the end result. Tom has shown him that the journey is just as important as the destination. They've also worked on identifying limiting beliefs and becoming more aware of thought patterns. Once we recognize those thoughts, we can challenge them, replace them with healthier beliefs, and begin creating different outcomes. Another valuable lesson has been learning to break big goals into small, manageable steps. Those small, consistent actions have a powerful impact over time. We are incredibly grateful for the positive influence Tom has had on our son's confidence, mindset, and overall well-being. I can't recommend his coaching highly enough!"