Speaking Engagements with Tika Haake
Helping athletes succeed in the classroom without sacrificing performance in their sport
Tika Haake is a former NCAA Division I athlete and the founder of Carpe Diem Academics, where she helps student-athletes improve grades, reduce stress, and build the time management and mindset skills needed to thrive during demanding seasons.
Tika’s talks are practical, energizing, and deeply relatable-Fbuilt for real students with real schedules.
Perfect for: Athletic departments, club programs, booster organizations, parent groups, coaches’ clinics, and school assemblies.
Format options: keynote, workshop, parent night, team talk, or webinar.
Length: 30–90 minutes (customizable)
What Makes These Talks Different
Most academic talks are either motivational fluff or generic study tips.
Tika teaches the real student-athlete equation:
How to manage school around training and travel
How to reduce academic stress without lowering standards
How to improve communication between athletes, parents, and coaches
How to build simple systems that actually get used
Your athletes leave with tools they can apply the same day.
Popular Speaking Topics
Academic Management for Student-Athletes
A proven system for staying organized, keeping grades up, and preventing eligibility stress - without parents becoming the “homework police."
Time Management That Works During Competition Season
How athletes plan their week realistically, stay consistent through travel, and avoid the Sunday-night panic.
Focus, Follow-Through, and Executive Function Support
Practical strategies for athletes who struggle with focus, procrastination, or overwhelm-especially those with ADHD-style challenges.
Parent + Coach + Athlete Communication
How to reduce friction, build alignment, and create a support ecosystem that strengthens performance and academics.
ACT Prep for Busy Athletes
How student-athletes can prepare strategically for the ACT without burning out-using short, repeatable study systems.
College Readiness + Recruiting Support (Academic Angle)
How academics impact recruiting, scholarships, eligibility, and options-plus what families should be thinking about earlier than they realize.
Want something custom?
Tika can tailor a talk to your program’s needs, season calendar, and athlete age group.
Who This Is For
Middle school and high school student-athletes
Club and high school coaches
Athletic directors and school administrators
Parents who want structure without constant conflict
Teams balancing high performance with high academics
Outcomes You Can Expect
After a session with Tika, students and families typically walk away with:
A clear weekly planning framework
Simple systems for assignments, deadlines, and accountability
Reduced academic stress and better follow-through
Improved communication between athletes, parents, and coaches
Stronger academic consistency during peak season
About Tika Haake
Tika Haake is the founder of Carpe Diem Academics and a former NCAA Division I athlete.
She has coached and supported student-athletes and high-performing families through the academic pressure, time demands, and mental load that come with competitive sports.
Her work blends academic strategy, structure, and mindset support in a way that feels both practical and empowering-especially for athletes who don’t fit the “naturally organized, high-achieving” mold.
Booking & Availability
To inquire about a speaking engagement, share your organization details, preferred dates, audience type, and topics of interest. Sessions are available in both in-person and virtual formats.
Optional Add-On Resources
To support your program beyond the event, Carpe Diem Academics can provide:
Printable academic success checklists
Time management guides for athletes
Coach/Parent communication templates
ACT study plans built for athletes
Ongoing Academic Management support options
The Edge Every Athlete Needs.
For Who They Are.
For Who They’re Becoming.
For What Comes Next.
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