COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & ENGAGEMENT
New England Sports for Women's programs will promote community engagement, lifelong fitness, healthy competition, team camaraderie, and fun. Our diversity of sports and sporting activities - including social events and active recreation - will strive to reach athletes from every age group, culture, and socio-economic background. Sports make the world a better place. They make us confident individuals and compassionate teammates, both on and off the field. Through the joy of sports and a shared mission, our campuses will inspire communities across the country. You are an athlete. We are your team.
If you have a program idea or partnership suggestion, please contact us at info@nesfw.org.
COMMUNITY AT LARGE
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Charitable and community events
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Guest lecture series on the positive impact on women in sports
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Film screenings and music series showcasing athletes' pursuits off the field, promoting personal diversity
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Training sessions and educational programs
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Seasonal "Try a New Sport" Day for all ages
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Public art installation(s) to showcase female athletes and artists
ADAPTIVE ATHLETES
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Training and competition in power soccer, basketball, and sitting volleyball
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Extracurricular programs for student athletes with disabilities
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Facilitation of training for coaches, teachers, and officials with adaptive sports experts
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Disability awareness and inclusion training
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Adaptive sports exhibitions and demonstrations
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Support Paralympics training and competitions
Photograph used with permission, (c) Joe Kusumoto
YOUTH AND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
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Onsite childcare and preschool to support working parents and adult athletes. Classes focused on STEAM curriculum that empowers learners to become 21st century student-athletes
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After school sports programs with emphasis on the joys of play and benefits of lifelong fitness. It's about competing and having FUN with your friends!
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Partnerships with youth sports associations to support entry-level competition and basic skills development
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Youth Sports Academy with access to top-notch coaches, trainers, and facilities
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"Family-friendlies" sports matches
HIGH SCHOOL AND CLUB PLAYERS
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Partnerships with club and town sports programs to support developing athletes at mid-level competition
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Youth Sports Academy with access to top-notch coaches, trainers, and facilities
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Hosting of state and regional tournaments
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Sports education training
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Internship opportunities
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Classes in adolescent development and nutritional health for teenage athletes
COLLEGE ATHLETES
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Hosting of regular season games and tournaments for college programs
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Regional College Cup Series for women's sports programs
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Midpoint match destination for teams traveling long distances to reduce travel time and allow students to focus on their studies and activities
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Summer Collegiate Academy
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Internship opportunities
Photograph used with permission, courtesy Boston College
PROFESSIONAL AND SEMI-PRO COMPETITION
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Hosting of professional and semi-professional women's games
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Hosting international friendlies and qualifying tournaments for world-class competition
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Youth Sports Academy to provide professional athletes with opportunities to serve the community
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Coaching license courses to support post-career employment opportunities
Photograph used with permission, (c) John Todd
ADULT RECREATIONAL PLAYERS
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Educational classes on wellness, mobility, strength training, yoga, nutrition, self-defense, and work-life balance for adult players
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Partnership with adult sports leagues to support recreational play at all ages and abilities
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Access to quality facilities for players that want to continue playing after high school or college
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Casual sunrise and sunset sports matches
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Mentorship program to pair strong girls with powerful women for support and inspiration
SENIORS
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Programs and classes that support lifelong fitness and aging with strength, flexibility, and dignity
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Walking, running, and social clubs
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Small field "walking soccer" league for local seniors
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Partnerships with rehabilitation and physical therapists to integrate SFW resources into therapeutic offerings and strategies