SALISBURY, Md. – Wicomico Recreation & Parks’ offers new free sports program this spring. Game Changers is a community-driven initiative designed to serve at-risk youth in eligible communities through structured athletic activities.
“Connecting to these communities is vital in ensuring the positive impact we as a county are trying to make,” says Donny Knaub, Recreation Superintendent. “Offering structured, free, athletic opportunities to those who may have limited access to such resources will help create a sense of belonging.”
Game Changers aims to foster physical health, social development, and emotional well-being in youth who face a number of challenges. Through organized sports and mentorship, the program will offer a positive outlet for young people, helping them build resilience and develop teamwork skills.
This program offers three sports: pickleball, flag football and baseball. Participants are not limited to choosing one sport.
Pickleball will be instructed by Carson Bozman. Starting on April 2, pickleball will be on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Flag football will be Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. starting April 22. Salisbury Elite will be instructing.
Baseball will be instructed by Kevin Lindsey. Starting on April 30, baseball will be on Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m.
All programs will be held at Billy Gene Jackson Sr. Park. Equipment and shirts will be provided.
Register for all programs and leagues online at www.WicomicoRecandParks.org or in person at the Wicomico Civic Center box office (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.).
