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We talk a lot about grassroots change at Up2Us Sports. But what does that look like? Javan was a student at Dolores T. Aaron Academy in New Orleans, who was coached by Up2Us Coaches. A few years later, he is now making a difference as an Up2Us Coach himself. Read his story.
Getting to Know: Melina Blasetti
Earlier this month, Up2Us Sports bade a fond farewell to Summer Marketing Intern, Melina Blasetti. Motivated by her own athletic background and the conviction that everyone deserves to experience the joys and benefits of sport, Melina spent the summer as an intern both with Up2Us Sports and Major League Baseball (MLB).
Getting to Know: Nate LeJeune
Getting to Know: Jerita Mitchell
Getting to Know: Dr. Ahada McCummings
Dr. Ahada McCummings is not afraid to make changes, on the playing field or in life. It might surprise you to learn that Up2Us Sports’ Senior National Director of External Affairs and Organizational Learning began her professional life in the field of mathematics, working as an actuary for an insurance company in New York City.
Turning National Service into Meaningful Careers
Commitment to Service and a Growth Mindset: Up2Us Sports VISTA Alum Rebecca Sayers
Coaches Destiny, Nancy and Gaby are Changing the Game for LA Youth
Embodying Commitment and Possibilities: Up2Us Sports Coach Alum Janeicia Neely
Up2Us Sports VISTA Alum Angelica Flores Answers The Call To Service
Alum Coach Curtis: Creating Resources For Youth and Community
Great mentors have often had great mentors and role models of their own. Up2Us Sports alum, founder of City Athletics Philly, and president of the youth development nonprofit City Athletics Community Partners, Curtis DeVeaux observed the power of a caring, community-oriented presence early in his life.
