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Coaches' Corner: Sheena

Coaches' Corner: Sheena

Up2Us Sports coaches are leaders in the field of sports-based youth development (SBYD), but they often don't receive the recognition they deserve. Coaches' Corner is our way to show our appreciation for our incredible coaches who make positive change in their communities every day.

Volunteer Louisiana Continues Funding for Up2Us Sports Coaches in New Orleans

Volunteer Louisiana Continues Funding for Up2Us Sports Coaches in New Orleans

For the tenth consecutive year, Up2Us Sports has received funding from Volunteer Louisiana, the state service commission of Louisiana. For the 2023-2034 year, the $272,440 grant will support 26 Up2Us Sports coaches around the parish of New Orleans.

Up2Us Sports AmeriCorps Members on LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Up2Us Sports AmeriCorps Members on LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Each June during Pride Month, Up2Us Sports celebrates and elevates the valuable contributions of our LGBTQ+ coaches, VISTAs, youth, staff and the broader community. We reaffirm our commitment to stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community in their ongoing struggle against discrimination and injustice.

Jeffrey Harris’ Journey From Coach to Program Manager

Jeffrey Harris’ Journey From Coach to Program Manager

Up2Us Sports Chicago has a new team member, but he is not new to the sports-based youth development (SBYD) field. Chicago native Jeffrey Harris is a former Up2Us Sports coach and is the newest Program Manager in his hometown.