Center for the Study of Sport in Society

A Tribute to Kevin W. Fitzgerald

Thursday, October 2, 2008 | 6:00 PM

TD Banknorth Garden - Boston

Net proceeds benefit Sport in Society's FitzUYS program.

Kevin W. Fitzgerald Urban Youth Sports Program

Charged with solving the health crisis facing Boston’s youth, Kevin W. Fitzgerald Urban Youth Sports (FitzUYS) provides physical activity and healthy development programming. FitzUYS provides the leadership and the partnerships necessary to affect the lives of Boston’s urban youth through sports. Since its inception more than 14,000 youth have been impacted, and in the past two years more than 1,600 new sport and recreation opportunities have been created.

FitzUYS improves the health and well-being of urban youth through physical activity and healthy development initiatives. FitzUYS facilitates collaborations between communities and their children, develops standards of physical activity and health, creates sports opportunities and programs, and offers life skills training and healthy development initiatives. In addition, through research, education and advocacy of physical activity and health issues, FitzUYS has been able to inspire widespread change in urban communities regionally, nationally and internationally.

FitzUYS is supported by a Corporate Advisory Board and Community Board, which has helped to connect youth with increased resources and opportunities. Through collaboration, the individuals on each board are making huge strides to promote the health and well being of Boston's youth.

Kevin W. Fitzgerald Urban Youth Sports Program and Initiatives

• Degree Completion Program The Degree Completion Program allows former Northeastern University student-athletes to complete their education in exchange for participating in community service scheduled by Sport in Society.

• Double Dutch League of Massachusetts Participants in the Double Dutch League of Massachusetts are given the opportunity to attend a demonstration, participate in a mini-camp, and compete in two tournaments every year.

• Health Connection The Health Connection focuses on creating opportunities for healthy development through community health centers and encourages youth to live healthier lives by making the connection between physical activity and a healthy lifestyle.

• Junior Coaches Academy The Junior Coaches Academy invites high school aged youth to trainings that teach leadership skills and help them obtain employment at summer camps and other out-of-school activities.

• Student-Athlete Volunteer Initiative The Student-Athlete Volunteer Initiative provides an opportunity for collegiate athletic departments in and around the city of Boston to engage their student-athletes in a variety of community service activities.

For more information please contact Linda Keefe.