Girls Basketball Night at Drexel

Participants with Mario the Dragon

On November 23rd, Playworks participated in a fun filled basketball night at Drexel University! All twelve of the Playworks Philadelphia Girls Basketball Teams were present. The night started off with interactive workshops and games. This portion of the event included various tips and strategies, like teamwork and cooperation, which were relevant to the girls both on and off of the court. After the girls had a pizza party and were showered with prizes, they headed to the basketball game with their families. 

Basketball Players Ready to Answer!

The Playwroks Girls Basketball Team had front row seats to a Drexel Dragons Women's Basketball game! The girls cheered on the Drexel team while observing a basketball in action. Having exposure to a collegiate level basketball game allowed the girls to build their own self-esteem. This event was extremely rewarding for the Playworks Girls Basketball League!

-Written for Playworks Philly by Program Coordinator Felicia Mott

Check out the Drexel University  Press Release Here:

Find more information on the event after the jump break!

Veteran’s Day Service Project with The Mission Continues

In order to pay tribute to those who currently serve and have served in the United States Armed Forces, Playworks Philadelphia partnered with The Mission Continues and Target to beautify and restore the playground at the Kenderton School in Philadelphia.  The event was attended by volunteers from the local community, Target, Playworks, The Mission Continues, and local veterans.  It was a very successful and fulfilling service project that was made even more meaningful because the volunteers had the opportunity to work side by side with the men and women that keep us safe.  We were able to connect with these veterans through the wonderful folks at The Mission Continues.  The Mission Continues believes the best way to honor those who have served and continue to serve is to live their beliefs, and serve as they have.  As you will see below a lot of people have heard the call.

With our amazing team assembled we got right to work!

As always, Philly PM Colby is the man with the plan.

Coach Ben recruiting future Junior Coaches.

A freshly refurbished playground? Check.  A couple balls lying around? Yup.  Local kids willing to play with some old timers? Ok.  The Playworks Philadelphia Staff couldn’t help themselves and jumped right in. 

Coach Alex kickin’ it with some neighborhood kids and Coach Makeda dropping some shots in 4 square.

Coach Robert giving a shooter his change.

 

By the end of the day the number of people on the yard doubled in size.  There was a buzz in the air that pulled in local residents and really made it a special event.

Pictures of this event are courtesy of  Audrey Kerchner.  Check out her website!

More information on The Mission Continues. 

More information on Target’s charitable contributions.

-Written from Playworks Philly by Program Coordinator PJ Dever