Under the Lights Miami: Flagship Workforce Development Program
Under the Lights Miami is LED 360's $250K flagship program transforming youth sports into workforce pathways through flag football, XR technology, and community partnerships in Miami Beach.
Key Program Features:
National youth flag football league for boys and girls from Pre-K through 8th grade, backed by Under Armour
Focuses on confidence building, skill development, safe non-contact play, and inclusive access
Small team sizes ensure more playtime for every child
On-site League Commissioners provide real-time management
Certified referees enforce standards with mandatory safety equipment
Strategic Miami Deployment:
Program Headquarters: 929 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Practice Facility: Flamingo Park, South Beach
Community Partner: Miami Beach Police Athletic League (PAL)
Target neighborhoods: Liberty City, Overtown, and Little Haiti
Noah Pollock Scholarship Model:
Full registration coverage for underserved youth
Complete equipment and gear provided
Customizable to honor community members or local legacies
Since 2020, NAIA has recognized Girls Flag Football as a scholarship sport, creating pathways to higher education and supporting Title IX and STEM + sports hybrid pathways.
UTL hosts regional and national tournaments at premier venues like IMG Academy and UTSA, drawing thousands of families and producing significant tourism revenue, facility rentals, and media exposure.
Impact Projections:
4,548
Youth served annually
122
Workforce pathways
In coaching, officiating, media, logistics, and sports tech
Stay informed on the latest developments and key initiatives driving LED 360's mission forward. We're proud to showcase our impactful partnerships, visionary leadership, and exciting new opportunities in youth sports.
Strategic Partnerships
Official Under Armour Under the Lights partnership.
The Grants King brand and expertise are vital to our mission.
Visionary Leadership
Led by Dr. LaTarence Dunbar Bey - Retired NFL player and "The Grants King".
Girls Flag Football
Girls Flag Football registration now open - Fridays at 7PM in South Beach. Play for a chance in the Olympics as an international athlete!
About Us β LED 360 Sports League & Academy L3C
At LED 360 Sports League & Academy L3C, we believe that sports are a gateway β not just to championships, but to character, opportunity, and lifelong success. Founded by Coach LaTarence Dunbar, a retired NFL athlete and trailblazing philanthropist, LED 360 delivers more than competition.
We offer a 360Β° development experience rooted in equity, mentorship, and cutting-edge technology. Our mission is to empower student-athletes from underrepresented communities by integrating high-level sports training with academic enrichment, life coaching, and access to XR and AI technologies.
Unlike traditional youth sports programs or funding nonprofits like Every Kid Sports, LED 360 is a full-circle solution:
360Β° Athlete Model
We develop the whole person β physically, mentally, emotionally, and professionally β with support systems that extend beyond the game.
Tech Meets Talent
Our program fuses sports with Extended Reality (XR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), providing young athletes access to tools that build 21st-century career skills.
Community Roots, National Reach
We work hand-in-hand with local schools, workforce boards, and nonprofit partners to bridge opportunity gaps for youth aged 12β24.
Barrier-Free Access
Through WIOA-backed funding, donations, and scholarships, we ensure that cost is never a barrier to participation or progress.
π¬ Our Vision
To create a national pipeline of empowered student-athletes who excel in sports, school, and society β ready to lead, ready to give back.
At LED 360 Sports League & Academy L3C, we empower under-resourced youth through a revolutionary blend of sports, mentorship, and technology. Founded by former NFL athlete Coach LaTarence Dunbar, our academy transforms student-athletes into future leaders.
We combine high-impact athletic training with extended reality (XR), AI-driven education, and life coaching. Your support helps us eliminate financial barriers, expand access to WIOA-funded development, and uplift communities from the inside out.
LED 360 Sports League & Academy L3C partners with schools to deliver a 360-degree student-athlete experience that nurtures academic achievement, leadership, and career readiness. Our programs blend competitive sports with tech-integrated learning (XR and AI), WIOA-funded job training, and holistic mentorship.
School Partnership
Designed to meet the unique social-emotional needs of students in Title I and underserved schools.
Academic Success
Together, we prepare students for success in the classroom, on the field, and beyond.
Career Readiness
Tech-integrated learning with XR and AI prepares students for future careers.
LED 360 Sports League & Academy L3C is a workforce development initiative that equips youth ages 12β24 β particularly from marginalized communities β with tools for long-term success through sport, technology, and mentorship.
Leveraging WIOA funding, our model integrates athletic discipline with career-focused XR and AI training, financial literacy, and leadership development. Our mission aligns with federal goals to reduce equity gaps, promote youth employment, and foster upward mobility.
Workforce Development Focus
Equips youth with tools for long-term success through integrated sport and technology training
WIOA Funding Integration
Leverages federal workforce funding for career-focused XR, AI training, and financial literacy
Federal Goal Alignment
Reduces equity gaps, promotes youth employment, and fosters upward mobility in underserved communities
Ready to partner with us? Visit Led360.org or Led360sports.com to learn more about our innovative approach to youth development.
LED 360 Sports League & Academy L3C is now fully operational in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Colombia, bringing the 360Β° athlete development model to youth across the Caribbean and Southeast Asia.
Join Our International Leagues
Inviting athletes to register for these new opportunities in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Colombia!
LED 360 Sports League & Academy L3C proudly introduces a global league structure organized into 12 distinct tribes, each representing diverse cultural communities and regions. Each tribe operates its own league with unique teams, a rich cultural identity, and a strong community focus, all united under the LED 360 mission of 360Β° athlete development.