[WATCH] 1-on-1 With Up2Us Sports, Episode 5: NB3 Foundation & National Nutrition Month

[WATCH] 1-on-1 With Up2Us Sports, Episode 5: NB3 Foundation & National Nutrition Month

1-on-1 with Up2Us Sports is a virtual series hosted by Up2Us Sports where we sit down and speak with athletes, coaches, partners and others about interesting topics related to our work in the Sports-Based Youth Development field. Episode 5 with the NB3 Foundation.

[WATCH] Huddle Up! Celebrating AmeriCorps Week with Up2Us Sports Coaches

[WATCH] Huddle Up! Celebrating AmeriCorps Week with Up2Us Sports Coaches

On Tuesday, March 15th, we celebrated AmeriCorps Week and the incredible work of our Up2Us Sports' AmeriCorps service members with an inspiring virtual event.

Together, we are AmeriCorps

Together, we are AmeriCorps

Every March, we celebrate AmeriCorps Week. This year we’re celebrating March 13-19. During AmeriCorps Week we recognize the commitment of the millions of Americans who have chosen to serve their country through AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors, and encourage more Americans to follow in their footsteps of service.

Getting to Know: Nate LeJeune

Getting to Know: Nate LeJeune

In 2013, Nate LeJeune moved his family to New Orleans in pursuit of a sacred calling: to work with young people in a youth development setting, most likely a church program. He had no idea that this calling would lead him to Up2Us Sports.

Up2Us Sports Launches New Mental Wellness Initiative with Support From Booth Ferris Foundation

Up2Us Sports Launches New Mental Wellness Initiative with Support From Booth Ferris Foundation

In response to the growing mental health crisis that continues to negatively impact the lives of American youth, Up2Us Sports has launched a New York-based pilot program with support from the Booth Ferris Foundation: the Coaching Sports for Mental Wellness initiative.

Getting to Know: Jerita Mitchell

Getting to Know: Jerita Mitchell

Finishing school with a degree in Kinesiology in hand, Jerita Mitchell thought a career awaited her in a hospital or clinical setting. Instead, she discovered it on the playing field.

Coaches' Corner: Maxwell

Coaches' Corner: Maxwell

Up2Us Sports coaches are leaders in the field of sports-based youth development (SBYD), but they often don't receive the recognition they deserve. Coaches' Corner is our way to show our appreciation for our incredible coaches who make positive change in their communities every day.

[WATCH] 2022 Virtual Celebration for National Girls & Women in Sports Day

[WATCH] 2022 Virtual Celebration for National Girls & Women in Sports Day

On Wednesday, February 2nd, Up2Us Sports celebrated the 36th Annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day. Up2Us Sports Ambassadors and She Changes The Game Advisory Council members had an inspiring conversation on how to get more women coaching and more girls playing sports.

Up2Us Coach Kassie Honored by Laureus Sport for Good New Orleans

Up2Us Coach Kassie Honored by Laureus Sport for Good New Orleans

Up2Us Sports’ New Orleans team is pleased to announce that our very own Coach Kassie Dolliole was recognized by Laureus Sport for Good New Orleans over the weekend at a Tulane Women’s Basketball game in celebration of the upcoming 36th Annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day.

Up2Us Sports to Host Virtual Celebration for National Girls & Women in Sports Day

Up2Us Sports to Host Virtual Celebration for National Girls & Women in Sports Day

Join Up2Us Sports Ambassadors and She Changes The Game Advisory Council members for an incisive virtual conversation on how to get more women coaching and more girls playing sports.

Up2Us Sports Service Members Participate in MLK Day of Service

Up2Us Sports Service Members Participate in MLK Day of Service

On Monday, January 17, 2022, Up2Us Sports staff and coaches across the country participated in AmeriCorps’ MLK Day of Service. The Up2Us Coach and VISTA programs are funded by AmeriCorps, so it was only fitting that our terrific service members took this day of service and dedicated it to Dr. King’s honor.