We’re thrilled to welcome Steve Tseckares to the BYSC team as our new – and first – Chief Development Officer. Having spent many years as a television journalist, producer and executive for companies like CNN, MTV and MSNBC and as a seasoned volunteer and mentor, Steve brings a diverse background and skillset to BYSC. He’ll … Continue reading “BYSC’s First Chief Development Officer”
Noel Muyskens has always believed that every child, regardless of their background or where they are from, should have the opportunity to engage in high quality sports experiences. So when he decided he was going to retire at the end of 2019, he wanted to ensure that MVP Basketball Camp – a non-profit summer basketball … Continue reading “BYSC Merges with MVP Basketball Camp”
“Being back at play in person has been restorative, giving the kids a sense of hope. It also relieves frustration from not being able to be outside for so long.” “It was a return to a routine and a sense of normalcy, which these kids thrive with and suffer without.” While we are grateful that … Continue reading “BYSC Special Needs Sunday: Back at Play!”
by Cooper Danzig When I first started volunteering for BYSC five years ago, it was something I was told to do: a Bar Mitzvah project my mom signed me up for. However, it quickly became something I love and look forward to all week. Being able to share my love for sports with an athlete … Continue reading “Volunteer Buzz: Cooper Danzig”
Surfs up! This was not your typical Sunday at Backyard Sports. For the first time ever, we ventured to Spring Lake, NJ for a day of surfing with nine deserving residents from the Youth Shelter Program of Westchester. Welcomed by Danny Mishkin of Sababa Beach Camps and a group of incredible young instructors from Hammer … Continue reading “We Went… Surfing?”
To our amazing community partners who have generously supported Backyard Sports Cares for many years: thank you. We’re so grateful you’re part of the BYSC family. Through our current challenges and beyond, we continue to stand with you.
Teen Plus Social Nights on ZOOM Fostering meaningful connections between young athletes, volunteers, coaches and communities is a core component of Backyard Sports Cares’ DNA. And while we’ve unfortunately had to hit pause on our in-person Special Needs Teen Social Nights, that isn’t stopping us from bringing people together. We’ve gone virtual! The big idea … Continue reading “Connecting and Community are NEVER Canceled!”
A letter from a parent “I just thought that I would share these photos of my son Danny working out with his volunteer Ethan. It was such a nice connection for the boys to have. The sun was shining, the boys were working out and laughing and the dog was chasing all the balls that Danny threw … Continue reading “Sunday Morning Virtual Programs”
“From Where I Sit…” I’m sitting at home, behind my desk, on Week 7 of our shelter in place directive to contain the unrepentant coronavirus. Sitting around is not a characteristic one usually associates with a recreational organization. We promote hustle and motion, not idle movement. As you can imagine, the inactivity does not “sit” … Continue reading “Coach’s Corner – May 2020”
At work, Dr. Karin Sadow is the Senior Vice President of Quality for PM Pediatrics, a longtime sponsor of Backyard Sports Cares. At home, she’s “mom” to two community-minded teenagers who enthusiastically volunteer their time with us. “We want PM Pediatrics to really be a resource for families,” said Karin. “We’re here to meet medical … Continue reading “PM Pediatrics – Sadow Spotlight”
Ron Blacks has it all: an ever-rotating selection of 40 draft beers, fresh food, incredible service, live music, sports, DJ Bingo, and a beautiful outdoor seating area and bar with a huge outdoor television. However, more than anything else, Ron Blacks a strong sense of community and a desire to give back. One way they … Continue reading “Community Partner Spotlight: Ron Blacks”
If we can’t remember a time when Linda Banta wasn’t involved in Backyard Sports Cares, it’s because there wasn’t one! With us from the very beginning, she recalls learning about Backyard Sports while looking for a special needs program for her 8-year-old son Garrett and being impressed by our unique one-on-one peer mentoring model. When … Continue reading “Spotlight – Linda Banta and Garrett”
Volunteering with Backyard Sports has been one of the few constants in my teenage years. While it is only an hour or two each week, this work is possibly the most rewarding I have done. I started in 7th grade for my Bar Mitzvah project, and it took me a few sessions to really understand … Continue reading “Volunteer BUZZ: Daniel Katcher”
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