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SMSBYA Recognizes Student-Athlete of the Month Joseph Johnson Jr.

Blog, PressOctober 10, 202382Views 0Likes 0Comments

We are thrilled to announce our overall Football Student of the Month for September, Joseph Johnson Jr.! Joseph Johnson Jr., a 6th grader at Detroit Enterprise Academy, has played for the Detroit Titans for six years straight. The 10u Right Guard has maintained a 4.0 GPA for the past two years, a notable achievement…

The Talent Search Program Helps SMSB Reach 500 Students

Blog, PressOctober 4, 202366Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Talent Search Program is a government-funded initiative that provides participants with necessary postsecondary information to make informed decisions regarding their future. Administered by Sound Mind Sound Body (SMSB), the program is created to assist and sustain students who face disadvantaged barriers but possess the potential to succeed in postsecondary endeavors. Five…

SMSBYA Recognizes Volunteer of the Month for August, Sheronda Washington

Blog, PressSeptember 26, 2023121Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

The Out-Of-School Time Program Nurtures More Than Sports

Blog, PressSeptember 26, 2023107Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

SMSBYA Recognizes Football Student of the Month for August, Nigel Cain

Blog, PressSeptember 26, 2023128Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

SMSBYA Recognizes Cheer Student of the Month for August, Cutora ‘Coco’ Bright

Blog, PressSeptember 25, 2023141Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

The AYC Midwest Regional Competitors List Doubles From Last Year

Blog, PressJune 11, 202384Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

SMSB Wins Big at AYF State Championship Ahead of Regionals

Blog, PressJune 11, 202369Views 0Likes 0Comments

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,…

Sound Mind Sound Body & Adidas Topcat Partner to raise funds for Detroit Public School Students

Blog, Recent NewsMay 25, 202059Views 0Likes 0Comments

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NFL Detroit Lions Rookie Jashon Cornell, Partners with Sound Mind Sound Body (SMSB) Foundation to Launch Virtual Educational Summer Program for Student-Athletes

Blog, Press, Recent NewsMay 25, 202060Views 0Likes 0Comments

In response to COVID-19 and the loss of direct instruction due to school cancellation, NFL Detroit Lions Rookie and SMSB alum Jashon Cornell will serve as "Player Mentor" of SMSB E.L.I.T.E., employing technology to help narrow the gap for youth and families in Detroit , a program of the Sound Mind Sound Body Foundation. In conjunction with Beyond Basics, SMSB…

Kmare Carey, Belleville (Mich.) cornerback

Q+AJanuary 16, 201853Views 0Likes 0Comments

Carey is a Class of 2018 3-star cornerback, according to 247Sports. He is the No. 41 prospect in Michigan for his class. He was a part of the Sound Mind Sound Body Football program for two years, and officially signed with Western Michigan in 2017 during the new early signing period. What did participating in…

SMSBYA Recognizes Student-Athlete of the Month Joseph Johnson Jr.

The Talent Search Program Helps SMSB Reach 500 Students

SMSBYA Recognizes Volunteer of the Month for August, Sheronda Washington

The Out-Of-School Time Program Nurtures More Than Sports

SMSBYA Recognizes Football Student of the Month for August, Nigel Cain

SMSBYA Recognizes Cheer Student of the Month for August, Cutora ‘Coco’ Bright

The AYC Midwest Regional Competitors List Doubles From Last Year

SMSB Wins Big at AYF State Championship Ahead of Regionals

Sound Mind Sound Body & Adidas Topcat Partner to raise funds for Detroit Public School Students

NFL Detroit Lions Rookie Jashon Cornell, Partners with Sound Mind Sound Body (SMSB) Foundation to Launch Virtual Educational Summer Program for Student-Athletes

Kmare Carey, Belleville (Mich.) cornerback

Vito Chirco, Five Wide Sports 2015 SMSB Preview & Player Capsules

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