Oklahoma State: Stacy McDaniel and the Cleats For Kids Foundation

While watching her son’s basketball practice, Stacy McDaniel noticed several kids sitting on the sidelines—not because they didn’t want to play, but because they lacked the proper equipment. What began as a personal response to a problem she couldn’t ignore grew into one of the most impactful youth sports nonprofits in the state: Cleats for Kids. In this episode, Stacy shares powerful moments from helping kids find their place on the court and field, the challenges of building an organization from the ground up, and why she believes access to sports can be life‑changing for a child’s future. Guests: Stacy McDaniel - Executive Director and Co-Founder of Cleats For Kids A. Jaye Johnson -  Vice President of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County