Where Passion Meets Purpose

Our story starts with one extraordinary young man.

The Story of Drake

Drake Athletics was born from the heart and legacy of an extraordinary young man named Drake Tester. Drake was a beloved member of our roots team whose kindness, joy, and passion for life left a lasting impact on everyone he met. He passed away at just 16 years old from a seizure disorder, but the way he lived — with love, adventure, loyalty, and integrity — continues to inspire everything we do.

Drake taught us that one smile, one act of kindness, can change a life. That is the spirit we carry forward in every practice, every competition, and every moment we spend together. Because tomorrow is never promised, and today is our chance to make a difference.

Our mission is simple — Do It Like Drake.

We Lead
With Kindness

We Work Hard
& Dream Big

We Show Up
For Each Other

What We Believe

At Drake Athletics, we believe in healthy competition, personal growth, and family-like support. We create a space where every athlete, coach, and parent feels seen, valued, and supported — not just for what they achieve on the mat, but for who they are as a person.

We don't expect perfection. We expect effort, honesty, kindness, and accountability. We expect athletes to work hard, support each other, choose integrity, and leave every practice better than they arrived.

The Drake Standard

  • Show up ready — early, prepared, positive
  • Be coachable — every correction is a chance to improve
  • Own your mistakes — accountability builds athletes
  • Respect everyone — no gossip, no cliques, everyone belongs

Protect the Culture

  • Be a great teammate — when someone falls, help them up
  • Lead by example — younger Dragons are always watching
  • Speak up — looking out for teammates is leadership
  • We don't quit — trust the process and keep showing up

Become a Dragon