FIT: Fulfillment In Training

Black History Month/ Weekly Spotlight

Coach Jabari is a proud graduate of Betty H. Fairfax High School, where he stayed active both on and off the field. A multi-sport athlete, he competed in football, basketball, and track, later continuing his athletic journey in college with rugby and lacrosse. Beyond sports, he was also deeply involved in band, theater, step team, and drum line, embodying leadership, creativity, and school spirit in every space he entered.

What drives him every day?

“Life is my ultimate motivator. If there is blood pumping through my veins, then there is a reason to help, love, and inspire.”

Service has always been part of his DNA. Inspired by his mother at a young age, Coach Jabari learned the value of giving back early in life. What started as guidance from her turned into a lifelong passion. He shares his time and perspective freely, knowing that in serving others, he grows too.

When asked why he chose FIT, his answer reflects exactly who he is:

“FIT was everything I imagined community should be — love, compassion, and authenticity. Never judging, just inspiring and helping people where they are.”

His advice to the next generation of community servant leaders:

“Follow your heart and give without expectation. When you do, the true blessings reveal themselves.”

Coach Jabari represents leadership through action, heart, and consistency. We honor his commitment to uplifting others and building authentic community.

Black History Month/ Weekly Spotlight:

This week, we proudly introduce a true pillar of Fulfillment in Training: Coach Q.

His superpower? Connecting with kids, meeting them where they are, and coaching them up to be great. He doesn’t just teach the game, he builds mindset, discipline, and confidence.

We asked Coach Q a few questions about his journey:

Coach Q is built from the grit of the Bronx. A graduate of the High School of Global Enterprise in Bronx, New York, he says the concrete, the culture, and the competition shaped his mindset early. That environment forged resilience that still defines him today.

In high school, he was never one-dimensional. He competed in basketball, football, and track — three different arenas with one mentality: outwork everybody. Each sport sharpened a different edge — speed, toughness, and discipline.

After graduation, Coach Q gave 10 years of service to the United States Army. A full decade of sacrifice, structure, leadership, and growth. As he puts it, “The Army didn’t just train me — it refined me.”

His heart for community started early. What began as a requirement for student-athletes became something deeper. He realized impact isn’t about money — it’s about presence. Time. Energy. Showing up for people who need it. That revelation changed him.

Coach Q found FIT through a colleague and began showing up to events. The first time he met Steph, he says it felt like family — instant connection, no barriers. Since then, it’s been solid. “FIT isn’t just an organization, it’s home — no matter the city, no matter the room.”

His advice to young people who want to become community servant leaders?

“Stay true to who you are and believe in yourself when nobody else does. Your actions turn into habits, your habits build structure, and that structure builds your future. Discipline today creates freedom tomorrow.”

Coach Q represents resilience, leadership, and heart. We’re grateful to have him building the next generation with us.
Thank you for your service!!!!!