Sports BUDDIES
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Welcome to Sports Buddies, where one-to-one mentoring connects mentors and youth through shared participation in sports and activities promoting a healthy, active lifestyle. From the camaraderie of soccer and basketball to the discipline of Jiu-Jitsu and the intensity of boxing, our mentors empower youth with access to diverse sports and physical activities! Join us in shaping brighter futures through the power of sports mentorship.
Matches attend one or two events per month – organized by BBBS staff and include activities like:
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Capture the Flag
- Walking
- Flag Football
- Boxing Class
- Jiu Jitsu
- Park Days
- Hiking
- Softball
- Frisbee, and more!
It goes beyond just playing games; it’s about building meaningful connections, boosting confidence, access to new experiences, and creating lasting memories.
SESSION DateS:
January 20th | February 3rd & 17th | March 2nd | April 6th & 20th | May 4th & 18th | June 1st & 15th | July 13th & 20th | August 3rd & 17th
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR MENTORS
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Pass a background check
- Commit to at least one year in the program
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR MENTEES
- Be between the ages of 11-14
- Be interested in sports and/or outdoor activities
- Commit to at least one year in the program
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
As a mentor in our Sports Buddies program, you must commit to 1 out of the 2 facilitated sessions offered by BBBS per month.
Yes, if you get approval from your Program Specialist and sign a waiver.
Yes, you can communicate through various forms of communication such as phone calls, text messages, zoom calls, etc.
Yes, you can continue to participate in the program until your Little graduates High School.
Parent/Guardian or any adult designated by the Parent/Guardian
Yes, Sports Buddies events will be made available to Community Based matches upon request and availability.
