Staten island unity games 2012

Registration is free and team assignments will be determined at the evaluation sessions on March 11 from a. Youngsters can expect to receive free team uniforms, as well as a host of other giveways and a full breakfast and lunch. Free bus transportation is also available. Applications must be received by March To register, visit www. The information number is Page created - January 30, Related Pages. Blu-Print Basketball Academy.

Sports league. Lola Star Staten Island. Women's clothing store. Pinned post. Players will participate in 3 on 3 games throughout the day. Mark Sherman and surgical technician Jacob Carey has now grown to great heights and gains ground with each new year. In fact, the two-day event, which utilizes basketball and educational workshops, has already reached 3, students.

Mark Sherman, one of the co-founders of the project. And without your support, it's not possible," said Pia Ciccarelli, a co-chair of the gala. And thank you to our outstanding committee for an incredible job this evening.

Tonight is a celebration of all those who support our cause," said co-chair William LaGrega. The invocation was offered by the Rev. The Unity Games tries to foster an atmosphere where fears are erased.

And I can compare basketball to the operating room. Both have taught it doesn't matter what color you are when you are there. We are all equal. But instead, the project is celebrating its 18th year. More than 4, children have participated in the Unity Games project over the years.

Basketball is played throughout the day with CYO high school refs for all games, plus clinics and contests. The games are free as are team uniforms — as long as the youngsters agree to participate both days. Teams are created the week before the games, with each squad evenly integrated with youngsters of different cultures.

Educational workshops include internet safety, with a focus on cyberbullying, gang awareness, cultural diversity, overcoming obstacles and health and wellness. Co-founders Jacob Carey, left, and Dr.