Grand C.I.T.Y. Sports: Young Men with a Purpose

This past Saturday I had the pleasure to spectate the 1st basketball camp held by Grand C.I.T.Y. Sports.  This is a nonprofit organization commited to reaching the youth and community in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area.  It was started by a childhood friend of mine, Chris Sain whom I also look to as a big brother (since I am the only child).  Other members of the organization include his brother Preston Sain, Eric Malloy, Carlton Brewster, Terna Nande, and Aaron Johnson just to name a few of many young African American men. All of the young men are all in their mid/late 20's...YES, NOT ALL BLACK MEN ARE STATISTICS. These young men are giving back to their community with the talents they were given at young age.

The basketball camp featured two semi-pro basketball players (both from Grand Rapids) Marcus Lancaster and Jakari Johnson at Seidman Center.  The kids were shown many different basketball skills including watching a game between the seidman center youth team and the Grand City members.  There was a total of 88 children ages 6 through 13 in attendance.

Although the fellas put me to work (I had to serve lunch:-)) it turned out to be a great event.  I was very pleased to see all of the children engaging in positive activities and being mentored by these young men.  There was also a raffle for school supplies that was given to 25 lucky winners. 

Overall, it was a good day for children of Grand Rapids.   I'm sure there will be more to come from Grand C.I.T.Y.  There are positive events going on in Grand Rapids more than people actually know. Big props to the BROWN SKIN young men with BIG DREAMS of making the community great. If you want more information about this organization, check out Grand C.I.T.Y.'s website at http://www.grandcitysports.com/.

BROWN SKIN. BIG DREAMS.

 

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