GRIND WITH PURPOSE PROGRAM
Founded by former D1 athlete and team captain James Kruse, the GWP program restores what sports and coaches were meant to teach and build: mentorship, discipline, accountability, and unshakable character to face life on and off the field.
This is not just another program or system — it’s intense, task-driven growth. It’s a community of people who want to win at life.
It’s pushing past comfort to become mentally tougher, build stronger character and to take on life’s trials and WIN.
It's not the trials you face in sports and life that define you, It's how you face the trials.
Public Speaking Opportunities
James Kruse is a sought-after speaker, leadership coach, and former Division I basketball captain known for delivering powerful, no-nonsense messages on leadership, resilience, and purpose. His leadership journey began as a Division I basketball walk-on and culminated in becoming team captain for Hall of Fame Coach Bill Self - earning influence through work ethic, trust, and consistency.
James has spoken to thousands across the country at mega churches, youth conferences, school assemblies, athletic programs, and leadership events. He has traveled nationally to speak at churches and conferences, regularly preached while planting and leading a church, and served as a chaplain to sports teams. In addition to faith-based audiences, James delivers impactful team-building and motivational talks for businesses, public schools and organizations focused on culture, accountability, and leadership under pressure.
Beyond the stage, James has built and led organizations from the ground up, managing staff, coaches, interns, and hundreds of volunteers. A devoted husband and father of four, he speaks with authenticity about leadership, legacy, and responsibility—challenging audiences to lead well at work, at home, and in their communities.