How getting healthy is good for kids’ brains
As a youth football coach, I often hear from parents that they sign their kids up for sports to keep them fit or keep them out of trouble. Recent studies have shown that participation in sports benefits youth on a
Can sports change the world for good?
Advocates believe there’s a powerful link between sport, service and spirituality. “Sport has the power to change the world,” the legendary South African activist Nelson Mandela once said. “It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people
Helena’s Fire keeps kids on the court
The Salvation Army fills a need for youth sports in this Montana community. By Eric Dietrich - High school sports are a big deal in the 31,000-person town of Helena, Montana. For many area teens, the practice schedules, competition and overnight tournament
Moving from performance to purpose in youth sports
Millions of youth devote a substantial amount of their childhood to sports. Undoubtedly, spending this much time in any activity will impact their lives. The common adage “sports produces character” captures the prominent reason children, teenagers, and young adults are
Denver boxing program expands
Red Shield offers boxing for kids, adults, veterans and people with Parkinson’s. The Denver Red Shield Corps Community Center boxing program—the Cox/Lyle Boxing Center—is known for its success in building strength in body, mind and character. “Our overall goal is to create
Kroc water polo keeps generations fit
Couer d’Alene club combines fun and exercise for youth and seniors alike. By Sue Schumann | Photos by Ashley Chaffin - The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Couer d’Alene, Idaho, launched a water polo club for all age
Wrestling program flourishes at Seattle White Center
Volunteer coach Shon Sweet develops champions at The Salvation Army. The Salvation Army Seattle White Center Thunderbirds wrestling program looks to build on last season’s momentum as it returns in January. The free after-school program welcomed over 50 boys and girls ages
Late night basketball gives young men a shot
The Salvation Army gives Chicagoans an alternative to gangs. It’s 11:30 p.m. on a cold, winter Saturday night. The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Chicago seems quiet, but then a swish, a whistle and a cheer