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Coaches' Corner: Unique

Coaches' Corner: Unique

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.

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Up2Us Sports Service Members Participate in MLK Day of Service

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Up2Us Sports Service Members Participate in MLK Day of Service

On Monday, January 17, 2022, Up2Us Sports staff and coaches across the country participated in AmeriCorps’ MLK Day of Service. The Up2Us Coach and VISTA programs are funded by AmeriCorps, so it was only fitting that our terrific service members took this day of service and dedicated it to Dr. King’s honor.

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Alum Coach Curtis: Creating Resources For Youth and Community

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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.

Sport For Peace

Sport For Peace

All across the world, sport can be used as a vehicle for connecting individuals, promoting positive traditions, and empowering communities. In honor of International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, celebrated on April 6th, we asked Up2Us VISTAs: “How can sports be used as a tool for promoting peace?”

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[WATCH] Young Voices Series, Episode 4: Philly Youth Speak Out

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[WATCH] Young Voices Series, Episode 4: Philly Youth Speak Out

Up2Us Sports' Young Voices Series is a series of one-hour virtual events in collaboration with their partner organizations, that give youth an opportunity to speak about the issues that affect them and their communities most.

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The Philadelphia Citizen | Coaches Jakeema + Brianna

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Since March, the coach for the Bronx Lacrosse program has taken on a whole new challenge by helping to keep the players engaged during the coronavirus pandemic shutdown. News 12's Pat O'Keefe spoke with the players who say they have relied on each other to get through challenging times.

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