We are down to the last few days of the Little League World Series, which means the unofficial end of summer. The kids are headed back to school, and I’m sad about it all!
I hate the end of summer…I don’t even get a whole new wardrobe anymore! No one buys me new sneakers, either.
If you have gotten to the Little League complex to catch a game, I can’t recommend it enough. There is just something so heartwarming about seeing those kids give it their all and leave everything on the field.
As of my writing, I’m impatiently waiting for the MLB-Little League Classic! I’m so excited I can barely sit still! Lou and I are both going to share our experiences with you next week.
Let’s not forget the boys from the West End, who are still in the game as I write this. Their dedication and hard work are truly commendable, and we’ll have the full story of their journey next week.
Now that we have baseball covered let’s talk about the second part of my title — Fight Night!
I am a board member of the Dream Big Boxing Foundation. Dream Big Boxing Foundation’s mission is to provide the children in our community with a place to learn self-discipline, confidence, self-respect, courage, and strength. They will learn critical thinking skills, health and wellness knowledge, and self-defense, among many other things, under the supervision of outstanding mentors, role models, and coaches. I am proud to be a part of this organization and stand by what it stands for. Our goal is to keep kids off the streets, give them a healthy outlet, and teach them the right way to deal with conflict — regardless of their ability to pay.
We have two great coaches, Bucky and Boat, who care so much about the kids and are dedicated to creating a safe environment where they can learn the art of boxing.
Boxing is a great way to develop confidence in kids; just like adults, kids who participate in boxing work through their fears. They learn they are stronger than they think and can handle the pressure of competing. Kids who box also learn to be more disciplined and consistent. These skills will serve them well later in life. As part of your boxing program, you should encourage kids to set goals for themselves. Goals can range from winning a local event to joining a national team to going pro. Remind them that even if they don’t reach their goals right away, they have taken a huge step forward by setting them in the first place. Encouraging kids to set goals will also help them build confidence and resilience. That makes kids’ boxing an excellent choice for after-school physical activity.
On Saturday, August 24th, UpTop Boxing, the competitive arm of the Dream Big Boxing Foundation, will host an exciting and action-packed boxing event. We will have a great card, featuring some of the most promising young boxers, and it will be a belt show! All the proceeds from this event will directly benefit the DBBF. Tickets start at $25 for general admission and $35 for ringside seats.
Text or Call 215-667-4434 or 570-505-9591 to purchase tickets, or you can get them at the door!
If you are interested in supporting our cause through sponsorships or donations, we would love to hear from you. Please check us out on Facebook, email us at dreambigboxingfoundation@gmail.com, or call us at 570-505-9591 to discuss how you can contribute to the DBBF!
