With over 40 years of experience in youth sports, Gary Thrapp is the owner of Beyond The Baseline, a premier basketball and volleyball event center in Davenport, Iowa.

He has facilitated more than 50,000 games at his facility, fostering a supportive environment for young athletes. Gary's work focuses on leadership development, community engagement, and creating equitable opportunities for youth in sports.

As a published author and public speaker, Gary provides actionable strategies to reduce youth violence, enhance coaching, and promote personal growth through sports.

His non-profit, QuadCitiesYouthSportsFoundation, currently offers free competitive programs to over 250 children, emphasizing character development and life skills.

Gary's mission is to inspire communities to prioritize the holistic well-being of young athletes.

Learn more on his website -- garythrapp.com -- or connect on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/gary-the-youth-sports-guy-thrapp-2636bb72.