FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 3, 2021
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Town Hosts Youth Sports Program at “Yes We Can” Community Center

North Hempstead, NY – Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth, Council Member Viviana Russell, and the Town Board have announced a wide array of fall sports program for children at the “Yes We Can” Community Center in Westbury for the fall.

“We have a diverse offering of new youth classes slated for the fall,” said Supervisor Bosworth. “There are plenty of programs for kids of all ages and skill levels, including baseball, basketball, soccer, football, volleyball, and even racquet ball. These classes present a wonderful opportunity for children to get some exercise, have fun, and learn a new sport.”

“The addition of these new youth programs along with the senior programing already in place and adult activities on the horizon, continues to shape the ‘Yes We Can’ Community Center as the intergenerational facility that the whole family can enjoy,” said Council Member Russell. “This is a fun way to meet new friends and engage with fellow community members.”

Upcoming classes include:
Mondays:
Basketball (ages 5-7) from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Basketball (ages 8-11) from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Basketball (ages 12-14) from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Tuesdays:
Baseball (ages 5-7) from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Baseball (ages 8-11) from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Baseball (ages 12-14) from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Racquet Sports (ages 12-14) from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Racquet Sports (ages 8-11) from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Wednesdays:
Football (ages 8-11) from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Football (ages 12-14) from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Thursdays:
Basketball (ages 7-11, beginner) from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Basketball (ages 8-12, advanced) from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Fridays:
Soccer (ages 5-7) from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Soccer (ages 8-11) from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Soccer (ages 12-14) from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Volleyball (ages 12-14) from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Volleyball (ages 8-11) from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday:
Soccer (ages 5-7) from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Soccer (ages 8-11) from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Basketball (ages 5-7) from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Football (ages 5-7) from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Football (ages 8-11) from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

An active “Yes We Can” Community Center membership is required for enrollment in the classes. Parents are required to stay with children ages 5-7 during programs. Class may be held outdoors at Martin “Bunky” Reid Park. The fitness programs will follow all New York State COVID-19 health and safety guidelines. Masks will be required. Classes are free. Registration is required, for more information, please call 516-876-4430 or 516-876-4431.