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    • Annual 3-on-3 Tournament Connects Kids & Community Through Sports

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    A great day was had by all at our 3rd annual 3-on-3 Tournament held on April 19th at Purchase College. Captured here is one of the many highlights that exemplify the spirit of our organization, which seeks to connect the community and our children through the joy of sports. Watch the video to see how … Continue reading “Annual 3-on-3 Tournament Connects Kids & Community Through Sports”

    3-on-3 Tournament Raises Awareness and Celebrates Day of Community Connection

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    For Special Needs Players and Typical Peers, Sports are a Barrier Breaker On Sunday, April 19th, we host our third annual 3-on-3 Tournament.  This event means so much to our organization and the kids that we serve.  In addition to raising funds that keep our programs going, equally important, is the opportunity to raise awareness … Continue reading “3-on-3 Tournament Raises Awareness and Celebrates Day of Community Connection”

    Look out Tiger! BYSC volunteers coach young golfers at Mt. Vernon elementary school

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    Teen volunteers, Matt Sherr and Max and Ethan Bunzel from Scarsdale High School, lead a group of young golfers from the Edward Williams School in Mt. Vernon.  Backyard Sports in partnership with the First Tee program are giving some very deserving kids a chance to learn and play golf as part of their afterschool program. … Continue reading “Look out Tiger! BYSC volunteers coach young golfers at Mt. Vernon elementary school”

    Adam & Leah Glucksman Pay it Forward Again at 3-on-3 Tournament

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    Adam Glucksman will be playing for the third year in a row in our 3 on 3 Tournament on April 19th at Purchase College. His daughter, Leah Glucksman, and her friends, Liza Brecker, Willow Malsch, Jilly Mehlman and Haley Sontag, will be collecting shoes for “Dunk Your Kicks”. Hope you will join us for a … Continue reading “Adam & Leah Glucksman Pay it Forward Again at 3-on-3 Tournament”

    BYSC Perspectives: Meet Board Member & Champion for Youth Sports, Nesta Felix

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    I am Nesta Felix, proud Board Member of Backyard Sports Cares (BYSC).  Through their outstanding programs, BYSC has been serving youth in our community for the past 3 years. They have created many opportunities for children and teens whose success may not have been realized otherwise. From summer programs to year round events and activities, Backyard Sports truly … Continue reading “BYSC Perspectives: Meet Board Member & Champion for Youth Sports, Nesta Felix”

    BYSC Celebrates Women’s History Month with its Own History Makers

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    Meet Extraordinary Women Volunteers of Backyard Sports Cares & Founders of the MHS Backyard Sports Community Club Paulina Paras, BYSC Volunteer and Co-President of MHS Backyard Sports Club Hi, I am Paulina Paras and I’m currently a senior at Mamaroneck High School. I was a freshman when I first got involved with Backyard Sports Cares. Volunteering … Continue reading “BYSC Celebrates Women’s History Month with its Own History Makers”

    Backyard Sports Cares Announces 3rd Annual 3-on-3 Tournament

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      Hey, Westchester Basketball Dads! It’s your turn on the court — help us raise funds for all the great Backyard Sports Cares​ programs that provide under-served and special needs kids a chance to experience the joy of team sports. 3 on 3 Tournament – How You Can Be Part of a Winning Team It’s easy … Continue reading “Backyard Sports Cares Announces 3rd Annual 3-on-3 Tournament”

    Mamaroneck High School Volunteers Honored by Rotary Club

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    On November 7th Mamaroneck High School volunteers Emily Holzberg, Paulina Paras, and Sydney Farrell were honored by their local Rotary Club in recognition of their exemplary efforts on behalf of the Mamaroneck High School Backyard Sports Club.  The students founded the club in 2011 with the idea of expanding  their volunteer work with special need … Continue reading “Mamaroneck High School Volunteers Honored by Rotary Club”

    Summer 2014 Camp Shape at New Rochelle

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    We just concluded a successful soccer camp in partnership with the New Rochelle Board of Education.  Camp Shape provided 60 participants ages 7-15 yrs. old with a fun and challenging 4 week program. Highlights included skill contests, a mini world cup tournament, camper vs. counselor All Star Games, and a visit to Red Bulls Stadium … Continue reading “Summer 2014 Camp Shape at New Rochelle”

    Support Backyard Sports Cares on Amazon.com

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    Backyard Sports Cares is now a designated charity on the Amazon Smile program associated with Amazon.com.  At no additional cost to you, Amazon.com will contribute a portion of the sale to Backyard Sports Cares.  It is easy to sign up and list Backyard Sports Cares.  Please go to Amazon Smile or click here to learn … Continue reading “Support Backyard Sports Cares on Amazon.com”

    BYS Cares Accepts $50,000.00 Check for BTIG Charity Day

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    BTIG, a global financial service firm, presented Backyard Sports Cares a check in the amount of $50,000  as a nominated organization in its 2014 Charity Day. Since its inception in 2003, BTIG has donated over $28 million in commission profits to hundreds of charitable organizations around the world.  Numerous celebrities from the sports and entertainment … Continue reading “BYS Cares Accepts $50,000.00 Check for BTIG Charity Day”

    2014 BYS Plus Baseball Hits Another Grand Slam

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        As the 2014 BYS Plus Baseball comes to a close this weekend, BYS is happy to share some photos from the program. Our great staff lead the way as they got to interact with some exceptional student athletes whose skills grew exponentially throughout the program. We loved seeing the smiles on the kids faces as … Continue reading “2014 BYS Plus Baseball Hits Another Grand Slam”

    Backyard Sports Cares Expands Throughout Westchester!

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      After a great start to Backyard Sports Cares partnership with Sound Shore Indoor Tennis, they put a wonderful article describing the success of the program on their website. Please click on the link below to have a quick read. http://soundshoreindoortennis.com/usta-eastern-backyard-sports-cares-and-sound-shore-launch-tennis-program-for-underserved-youth/