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    • A Bounty of Bicycles Give Kids Something to Smile About

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    For the second year in a row, Backyard Sports Cares collaborated with Foundation for Life to give deserving kids one of the most basic staples of childhood, a bicycle. We presented a soccer clinic and distributed bicycles to 20 youngsters from the Coachmen Center in White Plains, NY.  Assisting the efforts were Backyard Sports volunteers, Harrison … Continue reading “A Bounty of Bicycles Give Kids Something to Smile About”

    BYSC + Jefferson Elementary Build Bridges for Latchkey Kids in New Roc

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    This week marks the third week of the Jefferson Elementary after-school program, known as Puentes, which means Bridges in Spanish. Located in New Rochelle, the goal of the program is to keep kids in a safe, caring and educational environment. “Many of the kids in our program at Jefferson would be going home to an … Continue reading “BYSC + Jefferson Elementary Build Bridges for Latchkey Kids in New Roc”

    Backyard Sports Cares Annual 3-on-3 Adult Basketball Tournament Raises Over $45K

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    The results are in! On Saturday, April 16th, the Iona Prep gymnasium set whistles blowing, hundreds of fans cheering and basketball players competing hard in the 4th Annual BYSC 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament.  We are truly grateful to everyone involved – from the players and supporters to sponsors and entertainers – who raised the bar of … Continue reading “Backyard Sports Cares Annual 3-on-3 Adult Basketball Tournament Raises Over $45K”

    Tennis Anyone?

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    Backyard Sports Cares Brings Special Needs Friends & Fun to the Court Volunteers and members of Backyard Sports gathered at Ridgeway Alliance Church in White Plains on Sunday, April 3rd, for some intense and competitive games geared around the exhilarating game of tennis. The tennis program, led by Backyard Sports Cares and teen volunteers, helps … Continue reading “Tennis Anyone?”

    Scarsdale Spin Class Fundraiser Yields $10,000 for BYSC Sports Programs

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    The Leichtner Family of Scarsdale and the Rohdie Group real estate company got together for a spin class fundraiser at Fly Wheel in Scarsdale on Saturday, March 12th.  Friends and families participated in a high energy program, which netted over $10,000 for Backyard Sports Cares (BYSC) programs.  Joining the group were Mamaroneck High School BYSC … Continue reading “Scarsdale Spin Class Fundraiser Yields $10,000 for BYSC Sports Programs”

    Teen Volunteers Score BIG for BYSC by Organizing B-ball Tournament at the Calhoun School

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    Special guest post by Jake S., teen volunteer for Backyard Sports Cares On Friday, February 19th, six of my friends and I hosted a Backyard Sports Cares Basketball tournament for middle school students at the Calhoun School in New York City. Nearly 30 kids showed up to play from grades 5-8. The tournament was split … Continue reading “Teen Volunteers Score BIG for BYSC by Organizing B-ball Tournament at the Calhoun School”

    Hoops to Help – We Need YOU to Bring the Joy of Sports to Underserved and Special Needs Kids

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    Dear Friends of Backyards Sports Cares, I am hoping that you have followed the impact of our work both outside and within our communities over the past several years.  It has always been our goal to be a change agent through sports for young athletes who need extra assistance while giving our own sons and … Continue reading “Hoops to Help – We Need YOU to Bring the Joy of Sports to Underserved and Special Needs Kids”

    BACKYARD SPORTS SOCCER TOURNAMENT

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    On Saturday, January 30th, a few of the Backyard Sports Junior Board members gathered together at SUNY Purchase to play 6 vs. 6 soccer games with kids ranging from 7-10 who came from all over Westchester County to participate. It was an awesome, fulfilling experience for the coaches and all the kids who were involved. … Continue reading “BACKYARD SPORTS SOCCER TOURNAMENT”

    Backyard Sports Cares & Friends Host Ski Trip for Dayspring Community Center

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    Backyard Sports Cares returned to the welcoming slopes of the Thunder Ridge Ski Area in Patterson, NY, with eleven first time skiers from the Westhab Dayspring Community Center in Yonkers.  Piloting the efforts were Backyard Sports Cares Board President, Michael Moser and Junior Board student members, Cam Moser and Jake Stahl.  In addition, the event was … Continue reading “Backyard Sports Cares & Friends Host Ski Trip for Dayspring Community Center”

    Dozens of Families Gather to Learn How to Giveback to Westchester Community with BYSC

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    Speedy Williams + Westchester Knicks Dancers Lend Support and Entertainment Thirty Families joined friends and the Board of Backyard Sports Cares for a lively evening of basketball activities and a brief informational session about engagement opportunities with our community work.  Playground basketball legend Speedy Williams along with members of the Westchester Knicks Dance Team were … Continue reading “Dozens of Families Gather to Learn How to Giveback to Westchester Community with BYSC”

    Mt. Vernon & Scarsdale H.S. Volleyball Teams Unite for New Program Initiative

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    Backyard Sports Cares (BYSC) has united the Mt. Vernon and Scarsdale High School Volleyball teams to bring a start up volleyball program to the Mt. Vernon Boys and Girls Club. Under the supervision of  coaches Tashi Campbell and Ann Marie Nee, players from both schools are teaming up to offer instruction and peer mentorship to more than 25 … Continue reading “Mt. Vernon & Scarsdale H.S. Volleyball Teams Unite for New Program Initiative”

    White Plains Youth Bureau Honors Backyard Sports Cares at 45th Anniversary Gala

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    In recognition of the enriching multi-sport afterschool programming that Backyard Sports Cares (BYSC) provides for the White Plains Youth Bureau and the organization’s Bits and Pieces summer camp, Backyard Sports Cares was honored with a video presentation, including heartfelt testimonials of admiration and appreciation for its programs. “After five years of working together with the White … Continue reading “White Plains Youth Bureau Honors Backyard Sports Cares at 45th Anniversary Gala”

    Art Program Puts Youngsters in Touch with their Creative Side

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    Backyard Sports Cares & Slater Community Center Program Exposes Kids to Art, Creative Expression and the Metropolitan Museum of Art Through a generous donation from friends of Backyard Sports Cares, twenty- four second and third graders from the White Plains Slater Community Center participated in a five-week art program culminating in a visit to the Metropolitan Museum … Continue reading “Art Program Puts Youngsters in Touch with their Creative Side”