We are thrilled to announce our overall Cheer Student of the Month for August, Cutora 'Coco' Bright!
Coco, a 5th grader at Detroit Leadership Academy, has shown extraordinary skill, dedication, sportsmanship, and leadership both on and off the field as a Westside Cubs 12U cheerleader. Her passion for cheering, commitment to school, and outstanding…
We are delighted to announce our Volunteer of the Month for August, Mrs. Sheronda Washington.
Sheronda Washington has been an extraordinary volunteer for the West Seven Rams, dating back to 2012. Her unwavering devotion, charisma for youth sports, and tireless efforts have significantly impacted the team's camaraderie and the overall positive experience of our…
Sound Mind Sound Body (SMSB) runs the Midwest's largest out-of-school time program (OST). Developmental programming envelops many exercises and encounters outside regular school hours, including mentorship, weekly physical fitness, ongoing volunteer training, academic accountability, and meal access. Over 557 volunteers spent 18,217 hours in August, impacting the lives of approximately 2,667 metro Detroit youth. Through…
We are thrilled to announce our overall Football Student of the Month for August, Nigel Cain!
Nigel Cain, a 9th grader at Martin Luther King High School, has been an Oldtown Duck since he was seven. As the oldest sibling of five, Nigel has shown extraordinary responsibility, devotion, and leadership both on and off…
We are happy to report the winners of the 2023 AYF State Championship Title! After an astounding showcase of ability, teamwork, and sportsmanship, elite teams made a mark in history as the best in the state.
State champions, including 14 football teams and over 500 players, will go to the AYF Regionals in Columbus,…
We are excited to report that the outstanding cheerleading squad of Sound Mind Sound Body is taking their elite abilities to Regionals! After performing in the SMSB local competition at Belleville High School, 51 teams advanced to compete in the 2023 AYC Midwest Regionals in Columbus, Ohio, November 18-19.
Competing teams proved themselves by…
We are delighted to announce our Volunteer of the Month for October, Jamye Finch Gordon!
Jamye Finch Gordon has volunteered for the River Rouge Panthers for almost a decade. Her desire to make a difference beyond her community and commitment to helping youth in any sport has influenced the community of River Rouge. Jamye…
We are thrilled to announce the winners of The 2023 AYF 2023 Midwest Regional Championship! Ohio Dominican University was the stomping grounds for head-to-head competition over the weekend. Players from Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan brought their best level of endurance, speed, tactical knowledge, and mental strength for a chance to win the title of Regional…
Attention all football fans! Get ready to witness the incredible talent of Detroit's finest football players as they gear up to compete in the highly anticipated American Youth Football (AYF) Nationals in Naples, Florida. This thrilling event is set to showcase the skills and determination of these young athletes as they battle it out December…
We are thrilled to announce our overall October Cheer Student of the Month, Ka'Laya Hudgins!
Ka'Laya Hudgins, a 14U cheerleader for the Southfield Falcons, is also a 9th grader at West Bloomfield High School. Ka'Laya's ability to successfully manage her time and commitments is a notable attribute on and off the field. Her fantastic…
We are thrilled to announce our overall October Football Student of the Month, Kayden Buskin!
Kayden Buskin, a 3rd grader at MacArthur University Academy, has played for the Detroit City Lions since he was five. The multifaceted 8u student athlete plays multiple positions, including quarterback, defensive end, and receiver. He also plays basketball and…
We are delighted to announce our Volunteer of the Month for October, Raigan Smith!
Raigan has been a game-changer for the Eastside Raiders since deciding to volunteer two years ago. As a junior coach, Raigan returned to give back to the very organization whose mentorship impacted her after cheering for three years. As a…