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Sound Mind Sound Body Celebrates 52 Class of 2026 Student‑Athletes on National Signing Day

Blog, PressDecember 13, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

By Jalisa Bannerman, SMSB Journalist, Sound Mind Sound Body Foundation Detroit, MI – December 4, 2025 –Sound Mind Sound Body (SMSB) is proud to announce that 52 Class of 2026 student‑athletes have signed their national letters of intent on National Signing Day, marking an important milestone in their journey to and through college. …

Out-of-School Time Spring Showcase to Celebrate Student Success at Wayne State University

Blog, PressMay 21, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Detroit, MI – May 20, 2025 – Sound Mind Sound Body, in partnership with the MiLeap and community organizations, will host the Out-of-School Time (OST) Spring Showcase on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Wayne State University Field House, 1290 W Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 482011. This year’s theme,…

President’s Lifetime Achievement Award

Awards, BlogMay 14, 2025998Views 0Likes 0Comments

President and Co-Founder, Sound Mind Sound Body Foundation Curtis Blackwell II, president and co-founder of the Sound Mind Sound Body (SMSB) Foundation, stands as a national leader in youth development, education, and athletics. With over two decades of unwavering commitment, Blackwell has dedicated his life to empowering students in underserved communities-using sports as a powerful…

Michigan Afterschool Program Ambassador

Awards, BlogMarch 5, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The Afterschool Alliance's Afterschool Ambassador program identifies afterschool providers and advocates of special achievement and helps them raise their voices in support of afterschool. Read Full Article Press Release

Sound Mind Sound Body Foundation Receives Afterschool Excellence Award for Community Engagement

Awards, BlogFebruary 20, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Detroit, MI – February 20, 2025 – The Sound Mind Sound Body Foundation is proud to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious Afterschool Excellence Award – Community Engagement by the Michigan Afterschool Partnership (MASP). This award recognizes innovative programs and individuals who have made a significant impact in their communities through exceptional…

Sound Mind Sound Body Foundation Awarded LISC/Foot Locker Foundation Grant to Empower Detroit Youth

Blog, GrantsFebruary 20, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Detroit, MI - Sound Mind Sound Body Foundation (SMSB) is proud to announce it has been selected as one of only 14 organizations nationwide to receive a grant from the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) and the Foot Locker Foundation Community Empowerment Program. This prestigious award is part of a $1.2 million investment to support…

Sound Mind Sound Body Foundation Receives Michigan Arts and Culture Council Grant to Expand Arts Programming in Detroit

Blog, GrantsSeptember 16, 2024962Views 0Likes 0Comments

Detroit, MI – The Sound Mind Sound Body Foundation (SMSB) is proud to announce it has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council (MACC) for Fiscal Year 2025. This competitive grant, awarded through the MACC peer review process, will support SMSB’s ongoing mission to provide high-quality arts and culture programming…

PSAT and MSAT Top Performers of SMSB Are Recognized for Their Academic Success

Blog, PressJune 3, 20242KViews 0Likes 0Comments

With great pride, we share the news of Sound Mind Sound Body's recent efforts to ensure academic success for its athletes. By prioritizing academics and providing opportunities for test-taking, SMSB has demonstrated its commitment to the growth and development of its participants. In December, students in the SMSB program were allowed to complete the PSAT…

The Youth League Season is Loading With a New Spring Football League in the Mist

Blog, Press, TrendingMay 2, 20245KViews 0Likes 0Comments

During a live broadcast, the Sound Mind Sound Body Youth Association (SMSBYA) announced its 2024 Season Schedule, participating organizations, and its first Spring Football League. The organization has achieved great success in its second year, including being the first youth organization to cheer at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheater, state and regional rankings in both…

Supermax 100 Top 20 Player Spotlight: Tarrion Grant

Blog, PressDecember 23, 20231KViews 0Likes 0Comments

By Jalisa Bannerman SMSB Journalist Tarrion Grant, a 4-star athlete from Siegel High School in Murfreesboro, TN, is gearing up to attend the Supermax 100 National Invitational in Detroit. The two-day event promises to cover a range of activities, including an alum luncheon, a bowl game outing, biometric measurements, a NIL seminar, an…

Rams vs Titans 10U ‘Game of the Week’ Was a Surprising Matchup

Blog, PressSeptember 6, 20231KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Sound Mind Sound Body kicked off the first week of games for the season this past weekend by highlighting the game of the week. In a thrilling match-up between the West Seven Rams and Detroit Titans 10U youth division at DEPSA, fans received an exhilarating presentation of athleticism, determination, sportsmanship, and chants from the…

The Power of Philanthropy Shown to the West Side Steelers

Blog, PressAugust 31, 20232KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Addressing youth sports' scarce resources is a significant and extensive undertaking. The mix of actual work, collaboration, and self-improvement makes sports an optimal stage for encouraging positive change in youthful lives. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Tabron have utilized their resources to make a generational impact in youth sports for the third year. Helping raise…