Imagine the simplicity of playing catch or getting your knees dirty after a few hours outside. Thanks to programs like Urban Sports Zone, the youth can take it a step further and become part of a real team.
Understanding that Athletics can make up an essential part of a child’s life, the coaches at Urban Sports Zone donate their time and efforts to the youth. Focused on providing the players a number of services including mentoring, athletic instruction, core values and positive development.
Urban Sports Zone was conceived by Johnny Wilson and Anthony W. Luker based on the idea of strengthening youth through sports and recreation. We believe there needs to be more value put on sports as a valuable learning tool. Through sports you learn how to interact with people of all ages and ideals.
Purpose of Urban Sports Zone The identified purpose of the Urban Sports Zone is to provide organized athletics for various youth. The demographic we are servicing consist primarily of youth living at and or below the poverty line.
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The Urban Sports Zone is a non-profit organization that relies on support by private donors. This will serve in offsetting the required costs from the participating youth. The program consists of individual teams that range from ages 8 thru ages 19. It aims to deliver a safe, affordable and sports oriented environment for youth.
Urban Sports Zone's belief system includes understanding the needs and wants of youth. Through communication and a safe environment, the program protects the youth from the high risk communities. (exerpt taken from published article in the "Philadelphia Neighborhoods", a Temple University Publication)