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Clockwork Youth Academy
Clockwork Youth Academy
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LEADERSHIP

The team behind the mission

CYA is powered by a growing team of staff, coaches, mentors, and volunteers — all united by a commitment to youth development done right.

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Board of Directors
Executive Director

Kane​ Bradfield

Kane serves as the visionary leader and Executive Director of Clockwork Youth Academy. He is passionate about creating structured, high-expectation environments where young people can develop character, discipline, and skills for lifelong success.
His experience spans youth mentorship, athletic coaching, and community development across West Georgia and East Alabama. Under his leadership, CYA has grown from a single campus to a multi-site organization serving youth ages 7–18 through four core programs

📍 LaGrange, GA & Roanoke, AL · 🏢 Founder, Est. 2022 · 🏀 AAU Head Coach

Roanoke Campus Director · Board Secretary

Cedric Phillips

Cedric leads day-to-day operations at CYA's Roanoke campus, serving as the primary point of contact for families, staff, and community partners in East Alabama. He oversees program delivery, student supervision, staff coordination, and campus logistics — ensuring that Roanoke families receive the same quality and consistency that defines every CYA program.
Cedric also serves as Secretary on the CYA Board of Directors, maintaining official governance records and supporting organizational accountability. His dual role bridges campus operations with Board-level oversight, keeping Roanoke's voice present in every strategic decision.

📍 Roanoke, AL · 🏢 Campus Director · 🏀 Board Secretary

Our Team

The people behind the programs

CYA's daily operations are carried out by a dedicated team of staff, coaches, and volunteers — each playing a critical role in student outcomes.

Program Staff

Lead daily programming across afterschool, summer camp, and teen advancement. Manage student check-in, academic support, and enrichment activities.

Responsibilities: Daily operations, student supervision, academic tutoring, parent communication

Coaches & Athletic Staff

Run practices, manage game-day logistics, and develop athletes' skills, conditioning, and sportsmanship.

Responsibilities: Practice planning, skill development, game management, GPA enforcement

Campus Coordinators

Serve as the on-site point of contact at each campus. Manage day-to-day logistics and parent relationships.

Responsibilities: Campus operations, family intake, supply management, safety compliance

Mentors & Group Leaders

Facilitate mentorship circles, lead small-group discussions, and provide guidance to students.

Responsibilities: SEL programming, conflict resolution, leadership workshops, goal-setting

Volunteers

Community members who donate time for tutoring, event support, mentorship, and behind-the-scenes logistics.

How to join: Apply to Volunteer →

Operations & Development

Supports organizational growth through compliance, grant writing, financial systems, HR, and strategic planning.

Includes: Dedicated operations and organizational development support

2

CAMPUSES

4

CORE PROGRAMS

100%

Staff Background-Checked

365

DAYS OF IMPACT

Leadership that shows up every single day

Our Philosophy

Leadership through presence

CYA's leadership model is built on showing up consistently. Our staff and coaches are present in students' lives day after day — building trust through routines, high expectations, and genuine care.

Background-checked, trained staff at every session
Consistent adult presence across school year and summer
Staff development aligned to HEMS framework
Clear reporting structure from staff → ED → Board
Kane doesn't just run programs — he builds families. I've watched him turn a gym full of strangers into a community that shows up for each other.

- CYA Staff Member

SAFETY

Staff screening & standards

Background checks - All staff, coaches, and volunteers undergo comprehensive screening.

All staff, coaches, and volunteers undergo comprehensive screening.

Training

Staff complete orientation covering safety protocols, mandatory reporting, and emergency procedures.

Accountability

Performance expectations, incident reporting, and regular evaluations.

Org Chart

How we're structured

Board of directorsExecutive directorKane Bradfield, FounderLaGrange campusProgram staffCoaches · MentorsRoanoke campusCedric Phillips, DirectorProgram staff · CoachesMentors+ Volunteers · Operations & development support

Leadership Questions

How is CYA's leadership structured?

CYA is led by Executive Director Kane Bradfield, who oversees the organization across both campuses. The Roanoke campus is directed by Cedric Phillips, who manages daily operations in East Alabama. Program staff report to campus leadership, and the Board of Directors provides strategic oversight, governance, and fiduciary accountability. 

Are all staff background-checked?

Yes. All staff, coaches, and volunteers who work directly with students undergo comprehensive background screening. CYA maintains strict safety and supervision standards across all programs and campuses.

How many staff members does CYA have?

Our team size scales with program demand across two campuses. CYA maintains appropriate staff-to-student ratios in compliance with DECAL and organizational standards. As we grow, we continue adding qualified staff and trained volunteers.

How can I join the CYA team?

We are always looking for passionate staff, coaches, and mentors. You can apply as a volunteer through our Volunteer page, or contact us through the interest form and select "General Question" to inquire about paid positions.

Be part of something that matters

Whether as staff, a coach, a mentor, or a volunteer — your presence in a young person's life makes a lasting difference.

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