By Jalisa Bannerman
SMSB Journalist
Marcello Vitti, the Class of 2026 defensive back at Dearborn Divine Child, is a rising star both on and off the field.
Standing tall at 6 feet and weighing 190 pounds, Vitti has been named First Team All-State by the Associated Press as a DB and First Team…
We are pleased to announce that the Sound Mind Sound Body (SMSB) Football Academy is now back in action and fully equipped to take on the challenges of the athletic, life skill, and academic season. As we approach our 20th anniversary, we are proud to offer America's best football program for free, thanks to…
Attention all cheerleading enthusiasts! Prepare to cheer on 40 of Sound Mind Sound Body’s talented cheer teams as they embark on an exciting journey to compete in the prestigious AYC National Championship at Silver Spurs Arena December 8-10 in sunny Florida. From jaw-dropping pyramids to gravity-defying flips, the cheerleaders of Sound Mind Sound Body…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
In a showcase of metro Detroit's finest competitors, the Sound Mind Sound Body 2023 Detroit Youth Football City Playoff October 27-28 event was successful. Elite teams demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship, skill, and teamwork during the two-day event. Friday night's championship games for the 7u and 8u divisions occurred on the Motor City's eastside, at East…
Sound Mind Sound Body Youth Association's Football Championship games kick off this Friday! We are eager to report the legendary standoff of the two standing teams in each division taking the field October 26-27. Friday night's game will be held under the lights at East English Village High School, while Saturday's games will be…
Sound Mind Sound Body (SMSBYA) is hosting its 2nd annual Detroit City Cheer competition on Sunday, October 29. Ten of Detroit's best cheer organizations will contend in the local qualifier to progress to regionals in November. In partnership with Belleville School District, the event will take place at Belleville High School.
The Detroit City…