Empowering Communities Through Sports, Health, & Advocacy
Beyond the Game Health harnesses the power of sports to advance health equity and strengthen communities. Through education, advocacy, and accessible resources, we inspire individuals to take charge of their well-being, overcome chronic health challenges, and thrive on and off the field.
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About Us
Founded by Shamekka Marty
At Beyond the Game Health, we believe that health happens everywhere; on and off the court, in our communities, and through the power of education, advocacy, and action. Founded by Shamekka Marty, our mission is to bridge the gap between sports, health equity, and community engagement by empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being.
Through dynamic events, strategic partnerships, and impactful storytelling, we unite athletes, health professionals, and advocates to drive conversations that spark change and create real solutions for chronic health challenges. Whether it’s diabetes, lupus, heart disease, or mental health awareness, we believe that everyone deserves access to the tools, resources, and support needed to thrive.
WHERE SPORTS MEET ADVOCACY FOR A HEALTHIER FUTURE
Featured In
How Beyond the Game Health Is Already Prioritizing Athlete Wellness for WNBA All-Star 2027
Swish Appeal features Founder & CEO Shamekka Marty and Beyond the Game Health's plans for WNBA All-Star 2027 in the San Francisco Bay Area, including athlete wellness, community health and experiences connecting sports, health and community.
Retired NFL Linebacker Reveals Personal Ties to
Super Bowl LX Winner
Yahoo Sports features Stevie Baggs Jr. discussing his partnership with Beyond the Game Health, the mental side of professional sports and his connection to Super Bowl LX.
Ballislife Exclusive: Shamekka Marty on Satou Sabally's Injury and WNBA Health Insurance
Shamekka Marty speaks with Ballislife about athlete health, concussion recovery, long-term wellness and health and financial protections for WNBA players.
Jeff Garcia Discusses Youth Coaching Career,
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes
Jeff Garcia discusses his partnership with Beyond the Game Health, his work with young athletes, the growth of girls' flag football and lessons from his professional football career.
Retired Pro Bowl QB Leads Football Camp Focusing on Health, Wellness
Yahoo Sports highlights Beyond the Game Health's California Classic Health Flag Football Camp featuring four-time NFL Pro Bowler Jeff Garcia and professional football veteran Stevie Baggs Jr., combining youth football with heart health, CPR/AED education and mental wellness.
WNBA Legends to Be Honored at Exclusive Brunch During All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis
360 Magazine features the WNBA Legends Brunch hosted by Beyond the Game Health and the National Basketball Retired Players Association, bringing together retired WNBA athletes, current players and wellness leaders while centering health equity and Black women's wellness.
Our Team
Health Related Event Production
From the Superbowl to NBA All-Star Weekend, we create large-scale “Fan Zone” and “Recovery Zone” experiences featuring free health screenings, fitness challenges, and wellness resources that bring proactive healthcare directly to the community. We are an official event producer for the NFL " Caring for Kids", NBA Alumni, NHL and F1.
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