BRIDGING THE GAP: Connecting youth sports to STEM & Career pathways
Reggie Rusk
Vice President NFLPA-NFLFormer Players Association
Executive Director-Stay Recruited
His athletic career took off at the City College of San Francisco before he transferred to the University of Kentucky, where he distinguished himself as an All-American, a two-time Team Most Valuable Player, Outstanding Defensive Back, and All-SEC Conference player. Rusk was selected in the 1996 NFL Draft and played six seasons in the league, earning roster spots with the Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and San Diego Chargers.
Following his retirement from professional football in 2001, Rusk transitioned into entrepreneurship. Over the past two decades, his primary passion has been youth mentorship, guiding countless student-athletes toward academic and athletic success while helping them secure pathways to college.
Currently, Rusk serves as the Vice President of the NFLPA Houston Chapter and is the Founder and Executive Director of Stay Recruited, an organization focused on youth development, education, and career readiness. He is also a three-time Amazon bestselling author, utilizing his experiences to inspire athletes, students, and community leaders.
