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Associated Press
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Rising from the Projects to Purpose: Speedy Sheppard's Mission to Inspire and Transform Lives
Speedy Sheppard in 2024 on the Raw Success Podcast Founded in 2017, The Speedy Tribe empowers individuals through motivational content, coaching, and restorative community work—helping people break cycles, discover purpose, and rise into their best selves. Passaic, NJ - Bryan C. Sheppard Jr., affectionately known as Speedy Sheppard, is a motivational speaker, life coach, and community leader whose remarkable journey from adversity to impact is touching lives across the nation. As the founder of The Speedy Tribe, Sheppard is dedicated to helping others overcome hardship and unlock their true potential. Who Is Speedy Sheppard? Born and raised in the Aspen Place Projects of Passaic, New Jersey, Sheppard's childhood was marked by extreme challenges—including homelessness and the tragic loss of two siblings. At just 7 years old, he turned to football as an outlet for his pain and found his passion. From 2009 to 2012, Sheppard played football and ran track at Passaic High School, serving as team captain in both sports. His leadership earned him the school's first-ever 'Coaches Award'—a defining moment that fueled his dream of playing at the collegiate level. That dream came true at Post University, where he competed in sprint football and track from 2013 to 2016. He graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management and made the Dean's List. In 2019, Sheppard played semi-pro football with the New York Bears, an experience that led to an international opportunity in Iceland. After 16 years in the sport, he retired in 2020, closing one chapter and opening another. The Birth of The Speedy Tribe The deaths of his brother in 2014 and sister in 2017 led Sheppard into a period of deep reflection. He realized his purpose extended beyond football. In late 2017, with only an iPhone 6s, he recorded his first motivational YouTube video—marking the beginning of The Speedy Tribe. His message quickly resonated. During the pandemic, his viral TikTok video, 'Everybody Wanna Party But Nobody Wanna Clean Up,' garnered over 1 million views and brought in more than 90,000 followers. What Is The Speedy Tribe? The Speedy Tribe is a global platform offering: Giving Back Now coaching football and track at Passaic High School, Sheppard also serves as the school's Restorative Justice Coach, hosting peace circles and wellness check-ins to support student well-being. Speaking Engagements Sheppard has partnered with FoundCare Inc., Passaic NAACP, Oswego State University, and Benjamin Franklin Middle School to speak on purpose, healing, and breaking cycles. Connect with Speedy Sheppard Instagram: @thespeedytribe LinkedIn: Speedy Sheppard YouTube: The Speedy Tribe Tiktok: Media Contact Company Name: The Speedy Tribe LLC Contact Person: Bryan Sheppard Jr Email: Send Email Phone: 2019822849 Address:107 10th St City: Passaic State: New Jersey Country: United States Website: Press Release Distributed by To view the original version on ABNewswire visit: Rising from the Projects to Purpose: Speedy Sheppard's Mission to Inspire and Transform Lives
Globe and Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Globe and Mail
From Gridiron to Greatness: Speedy Sheppard Empowers Communities with The Speedy Tribe
Passaic, NJ - Bryan C. Sheppard Jr., better known as Speedy Sheppard, is a motivational speaker, life coach, and community leader whose story of resilience, heartbreak, and personal transformation has inspired thousands. As founder of The Speedy Tribe, Sheppard is committed to helping individuals overcome adversity and live purpose-driven lives. Who Is Speedy Sheppard? Born and raised in the Aspen Place Projects of Passaic, NJ, Sheppard faced tremendous early-life challenges, including homelessness and the loss of two siblings. Football became his outlet, and by age 7, he was deeply in love with the game. From 2009 to 2012, he played for Passaic High School, where he captained both the football and track teams. His leadership earned him the school's first-ever 'Coaches Award,' a pivotal moment that propelled him to play sprint football and track at Post University (2013–2016). He graduated in 2017 with a B.S. in Sport Management, achieving Dean's List honors. In 2019, he played semi-pro for the New York Bears, which led to an international opportunity in Iceland before retiring in 2020 after 16 years in the sport. The Birth of a Brand Tragedy struck again during college, with the loss of his brother in 2014 and sister in 2017. These events led to deep reflection and sparked a realization—his life's purpose extended beyond football. In 2017, he recorded his first motivational YouTube video using an iPhone 6s, marking the birth of The Speedy Tribe. His authentic voice quickly gained traction. During the COVID-19 pandemic, his TikTok video 'Everybody Wanna Party But Nobody Wanna Clean Up' went viral, amassing over 1 million views and 90,000+ new followers. What Is The Speedy Tribe? The Speedy Tribe is a motivational platform and community offering: Inspirational Content: Daily videos across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok (5M+ views). Podcast: Honest conversations about self-growth and mental health. Coaching & Mentorship: Sessions to help people break cycles and find purpose. Community Engagement: A supportive network for healing and accountability. Giving Back Sheppard coaches football and track at Passaic High School and serves as the school's Restorative Justice Coach, leading peace circles and wellness checks. Speaking Engagements Sheppard has partnered with organizations like FoundCare Inc., Passaic NAACP, Oswego State University, and Benjamin Franklin Middle School. Connect with Speedy Sheppard Instagram: @thespeedytribe LinkedIn: Speedy Sheppard YouTube/SoundCloud: The Speedy Tribe Podcast: The Brutal Truth About Why You Struggle to Change Your Circumstances About The Speedy Tribe Founded in 2017, The Speedy Tribe inspires personal growth and community healing through content, coaching, and public speaking.
