The Mini Me Story

Mini Me Sports was founded by AJ Stone-Caldwell and Ronnie Spielman, former daycare teachers and collegiate athletes. While working as a lead daycare teacher, AJ noticed how quickly the single-sport enrichment program at their school lost kids' attention, and he knew it could be done better. Creating athletes was never the point. If that happens, it's a bonus. Our purpose is in building the groundwork for who our Mini Me athletes become, character built early, when it counts most.

Meet the Team

  • Ajrian, CEO

    Ajrian Stone-Caldwell

    CEO

    Favorite Sport
    Basketball

    Favorite Healthy Snack
    Peanut Butter with Bananas

    Favorite Quote
    “Once you know what failure feels like, determination chases success.”

  • Ronnie, Head Coach

    Ronald "Ronnie" Spielman

    COO

    Favorite Sport
    Football

    Favorite Healthy Snack
    Almonds

    Favorite Quote
    “Hard work beats talent, when talent doesn’t work hard.”

Our core values.

  • Love

    Love

    At the heart of our program is a deep love for young athletes. From our founders to our coaches, we're united by a passion to nurture mini champions. We believe in cultivating not just athletic skills, but also character and joy. Our love for sports and children fuels everything we do, giving your little ones a loving head start in sports and in life.

  • Teamwork

    Teamwork

    Teamwork affects all aspects of our lives, which is why we value it. Teaching our Mini Me’s teamwork at an early age will help equip them for their sports careers and in life.

  • Honesty

    Honesty

    Making a difference begins with honesty. Our commitment to you: honesty starts with us! Our goal is to teach our Mini Me’s honesty in relationships between teammates, coaches, and parents.

  • A person sitting on a wooden dock by a lake during sunset, holding a fishing rod, with sailboats in the background.

    Leadership

    We want to cultivate leaders at an early age who are genuine, honest, and loving. In our program, we teach our Mini Me’s to encourage each other because that is what leaders do!

  • Commitment

    Commitment

    We want to motivate our Mini Me’s to try new things and teach them how not to give up. This influence will build character and increase mental stamina. Life can be hard, but nothing is impossible!