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For the final episode of season 4, Andrew speaks with three high school seniors from our SBU Academy just days before their high school graduation. Alanny, Brisa, and Yusuf reflect on the journey that has gotten them to this point and what is coming next.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
For the final episode of season 4, Andrew speaks with three high school seniors from our SBU Academy just days before their high school graduation. Alanny, Brisa, and Yusuf reflect on the journey that has gotten them to this point and what is coming next.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
Andrew talks with Elias Santa Cruz, a graduate of the SBU Academy Class of 2023. Elias moved to the Bronx from Paraguay when he was 14. Nearly six years later, he has just finished his freshman year at Baruch College. He is also a current Café Fellow in our Clubhouse Café as part of South Bronx United’s workforce development program.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
In episode 10, Andrew talks with Elias Santa Cruz, a graduate of the SBU Academy Class of 2023. Elias moved to the Bronx from Paraguay when he was 14. Nearly six years later, he has just finished his freshman year at Baruch College. He is also a current Café Fellow in our Clubhouse Café as part of South Bronx United’s workforce development program.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
Andrew talks with Quincy Evans, a member of South Bronx United’s Board of Directors. Quincy discusses his childhood growing up in the Bronx and making it to Phillips Andover Academy and Harvard University. He also imparts advice for those looking to get their footing in a finance career.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
In episode 9, Andrew talks with Quincy Evans, a member of South Bronx United’s Board of Directors. Quincy discusses his childhood growing up in the Bronx and making it to Phillips Andover Academy and Harvard University. He also imparts advice for those looking to get their footing in a finance career.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
Andrew talks with SBU Academy Class of 2022, graduate Heidy Trujillo. She is now a sophomore at Lehman College majoring in business and works in the Clubhouse Café as a barista after completing our first workforce development cohort last year.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
In episode 8, Andrew talks with SBU Academy Class of 2022, graduate Heidy Trujillo. She is now a sophomore at Lehman College majoring in business and works in the Clubhouse Café as a barista after completing our first workforce development cohort last year.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
Andrew talks with former South Bronx United Alumni Honorees Gnim Bazim and Nourou Gaiya to reflect on the growth of South Bronx United over the years and their own experiences growing up in the Bronx and getting to where they are now.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
In episode 7, Andrew speaks with two alums Nourou Gaiya and Gnim Bazim who he coached going all the way back to the organization’s first year. Nourou joined SBU as a fifth grader back in 2009 while Gnim Bazim joined the following year when we was also in middle school. Nourou, born in Niger, graduated from City College of New York and now works for the State of Colorado Human Resources department. Gnim, originally from Togo, just finished his JD at Fordham Law School and is preparing to take the bar exam and start as an immigration attorney.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
South Bronx United alumna Karla Ruiz rejoins the podcast to share about her background and why she came back to work with SBU in multiple capacities after graduating college.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
In episode 6, South Bronx United alumna Karla Ruiz rejoins the podcast to share about her background and why she came back to work with SBU in multiple capacities. After graduating from Long Island University with a major in photography, she came back to the organization serve as an AmeriCorps Up2Us Coach-Mentor for two years. She has returned again as a part-time office coordinator and now a barista in the Clubhouse Café. She discusses these experiences and how her background growing up in the Bronx brought her here.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
Andrew speaks with two participants of South Bronx United’s Workforce Development Program and Coaching Corps: Kevin Ramos, 20, and Jesus Acosta Jr., 19.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
In episode 5, Andrew speaks with two participants of South Bronx United’s Workforce Development Program and Coaching Corps: Kevin Ramos, 20, and Jesus Acosta Jr., 19. They share their background growing up in the Bronx, what they have gained from the program, and think about their future plans as they enter the workforce.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
Development Coordinator Katelan Newman joins the conversation to share her experience growing up in the South Bronx and her decision to return to work in the community.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
In episode 3, Development Coordinator Katelan Newman joins the conversation to share her experience growing up in the South Bronx and her decision to return to work in the community after graduating from Middlebury College. In addition to working in fundraising for SBU, Katelan mentors 10th graders in the SBU Academy and is also a recreational coach for SBU's U6 Gold team.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
Alan, Alberto, and Jaziel took a break during their Memorial Day Weekend trip to Massachusetts with the SBU Boys 2007 team to reflect on their journey at South Bronx United dating they first came together on the same team when they were 10 years old.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
In episode 3, Andrew speaks with Alan, Alberto, and Jaziel of SBU Academy and the SBU Boys 2007 team. They took a break during their Memorial Day Weekend trip to Massachusetts to reflect on their journey at South Bronx United dating they first came together on the same team at 10 years old.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
A trip down memory lane with George Kwame Nantwi, South Bronx United’s ultimate coach-mentor.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
In episode 2, Andrew reflects with George Kwame Nantwi, who has been with South Bronx United since the first year in 2009. He was born in Ghana and grew up in the Bronx. George is also a Senior Director for Columbia University's Teachers College Record and an Associate Program Manager at the Teachers College EdLab.
Check out the campaign videos on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
A conversation with Melanye and Josh Guerra about Josh’s mini-documentary featuring Melanye that launched this year's #PowerOf11 campaign.
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year. Visit powerof11.southbronxunited.org to learn more.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them.
This year, we’ve tried something a little different for the #PowerOf11 by sharing the story of one SBU Academy participant, Melanye, told over six parts. Part 1 is out now on YouTube as a 7 minute mini-documentary. Part 2 comes out on YouTube and Instagram/Facebook today. For episode 1 of the podcast, we are talking to the two individuals behind this story: Melanye Martinez herself and Josh Guerra our Communications Manager who doubles as a documentary filmmaker.
Check out the accompanying video on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
Preview Season 4 of South Bronx United’s #PowerOf11 Podcast!
The #PowerOf11 campaign seeks to share South Bronx United's mission with the world through personal stories of those whose lives have been changed by South Bronx United. As we are almost exclusively funded through the generous support of private funders and individuals like yourself, the campaign is also a crucial fundraising vehicle to ensuring all of our programs can sustain into the new program and school year.
This season’s #PowerOf11 Podcast gives the listener another window into the lives those closest to South Bronx United’s work: our young people (participants, student-athletes), our staff, our coach-mentors, even a board member. Between June 1st and June 11th, Executive Director Andrew So will be sharing 11 conversations with them. Enjoy and learn.
Check out the accompanying video on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
A conversation with SBU Academy student-athletes Ricky and Kevin on South Bronx United and the new clubhouse.
On this final day of the #PowerOf11 hear directly from two SBU Academy student-athletes, Ricky and Kevin!
Make sure to follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org. We are so close to our fundraising goal. Help us get there!
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A conversation about the families of South Bronx United with Deputy Director Bridget Hillin
How does South Bronx United support its families? What do families look for in South Bronx United’s services? Hear from Bridget Hillin who, in her eight years in the organization, has served as SBU’s Youth Development Counselor, SBU Academy Program Director, and now Deputy Director.
Follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
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A conversation on leadership with SBU Academy Class of 2022 graduate Jovani Lorenzo. Jovani is currently interning with South Bronx United and is going into his sophomore year at the College of the Holy Cross.
What does it take to be a leader at South Bronx United? How does South Bronx United help build leaders through soccer, as its motto says? On Day 9 of #PowerOf11 campaign, we talk with Jovani Lorenzo, who graduated last year from the SBU Academy and from Careers in Sports High School. He was the captain of the SBU 2002/2003 Boys Team, completed the Coaching Corps Fellowship, and served on the Youth Council. Jovani is currently interning with South Bronx United and is going into his sophomore year at the College of the Holy Cross.
Follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
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A conversation on belonging and the value of a team with Andy Jenkins, Director of Soccer Programs
What is the value of a team? On Day 8 of #PowerOf11 campaign, we talk with Andy Jenkins, SBU’s Director of Soccer Programs, on belonging and the value of a soccer team, specifically at South Bronx United. Andy has six years of experience under his belt at South Bronx United, along with prior experiences in Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Northern Ireland. Tune in to the conversation.
Follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
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A conversation with Reindorf Kyei (aka Balo), Soccer Operations Coordinator, Coach-Mentor, and SBU Academy Alumnus
For Day 7 of #PowerOf11 campaign, we meet Soccer Operations Coordinator Reindorf Kyei, better known as Balo to the SBU community. Balo is an alumnus of the SBU Academy who returned to South Bronx United to join the staff shortly after graduating from Bloomfield College. In addition to coordinating the organizations soccer programs, he serves as the Coach-Mentor of the Boys U15 team, giving back to the community he was raised in. Learn more about his background and what it means to be a Coach-Mentor.
Follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
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A conversation with South Bronx United’s Social Work Program Manager, Danielle King
For Day 6 of #PowerOf11 campaign, we meet Danielle King, SBU’s Social Work Program Manager. Through the conversation we learn about social-emotional learning and how “SEL” is infused into South Bronx United’s youth programs, specifically in the SBU Academy.
Follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
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A conversation with Miriam Pedraza, Immigration Services Program Manager, and Brendan Davis, Attorney at New York Legal Assistance Group
For Day 5 of #PowerOf11 campaign, we learn more about immigration relief services at South Bronx United in a conversation with two professionals who are integral to our work. Miriam Pedraza serves as SBU’s immigration services program manager and DOJ-accredited representative. Brendan Davis served as SBU’s first Legal Services Coordinator and is now an attorney at New York Legal Assistance Group.
Follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
Check out the accompanying video on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn) and YouTube.
A conversation with Rómulo Novillo Jr., a volunteer soccer coach in SBU’s Recreational Soccer Program
Rómulo Novillo Jr. is an Account Executive at Acelis Connected Health. But every Saturday he becomes Coach Rom as volunteer soccer coach in SBU’s Recreational Soccer Program. Coach Rom officially started volunteering in 2012, and he was a parent in before that when his son Ethan started in the program.
For Day 4 of #PowerOf11 campaign, Coach Rom shares how he first got involved in soccer and in South Bronx United and why he continues to volunteer after more than 10 years.
Follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
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A conversation with SBU’s College Success Coordinator, Tenzing Syelneon.
For Day 3 of our 11 day campaign, College Success Coordinator Tenzing Syelneon shares how SBU works with students into college and careers. Like many SBU Academy participants, Tenzing immigrated to the Bronx as a teenager and attending a high school in the South Bronx. Now he supports other South Bronx natives to help them stay in college towards a degree while finding a career.
Follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
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A conversation about college prep at SBU with Director of College Access and Success Jessica Marroquin
For Day 2 of our 11 day campaign, Director of College Access and Success Jessica Marroquin joins the conversation to share how SBU works with high school seniors through the college process. Jessica has now worked with six graduating classes of South Bronx United seniors.
Follow us, spread the word, and maybe even support with a donation at powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
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Timestamps:
Staisy and Jovani Speech: 00:05:35
Stephanie and Oscar Speech: 00:22:00
Jerlynn and Osvaldo Speech: 00:35:33
College Announcements: 00:43:00
Scholarship Announcements: 00:51:09
Each senior is heading to the destination of higher learning that is a fit for them including, for the first time, two seniors who have enrolled at Ivy League colleges! On Wednesday, June 8, South Bronx United celebrated these seniors in front of family, friends, mentors, coaches, and peers. SBU also awarded more than $14,000 in college scholarships, with every senior receiving some amount.
Over Memorial Day Weekend, South Bronx United's oldest boys and girls teams took a four-day trip to Massachusetts, the organization's first overnight youth trip since the pandemic started. The trip included a college visit, soccer tournament, team building, camping, and lasting experiences. Listen to some of the sounds from the boys, through the perspective of SBU Academy senior Kevin Sika-Nartey. SBU Executive Director Andrew So tagged along to capture sounds from the trip and the tournament, in particular.
Learn more and support the #PowerOf11 at powerof11.southbronxunited.org
In this special edition of Let's Kick It, Minka is joined by fellow SBU Alum Karla Ruiz. Karla graduated from the SBU Academy in 2013. Then, after completing her Bachelor's Degree at Lehman College, she returned to support SBU's Global Youth League and Recreational Soccer Program. She is currently completing a year of service through the AmeriCorps Up2Us Coach program, supporting across the organization, and serving as a Coach-Mentor to the girls U14 team.
South Bronx United’s Minkael Soumah invites fellow SBU alumni into conversation about their journeys from communities all over the world to the classrooms and soccer fields of the Bronx to college graduation. They discuss the hardships, the lessons learned, and the triumphs they experienced along the way. This podcast aims to celebrate the success of these young men and women and give them recognition for their hard work which often goes unnoticed. It serves to inspire others and particularly the individuals themselves to fuel a sense of confidence and self-worth as they step into their new roles in society and begin their careers.
South Bronx United’s Minkael Soumah invites fellow SBU alumni into conversation about their journeys from communities all over the world to the classrooms and soccer fields of the Bronx to college graduation. They discuss the hardships, the lessons learned, and the triumphs they experienced along the way. This podcast aims to celebrate the success of these young men and women and give them recognition for their hard work which often goes unnoticed. It serves to inspire others and particularly the individuals themselves to fuel a sense of confidence and self-worth as they step into their new roles in society and begin their careers.
This week, Minka talks with Suleman Sey. Sully captained the Keuka College men's soccer team, and recently graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice. They discuss Sully's journey from Gambia and what fuels his motivation to succeed.
South Bronx United’s Minkael Soumah invites fellow SBU alumni into conversation about their journeys from communities all over the world to the classrooms and soccer fields of the Bronx to college graduation. They discuss the hardships, the lessons learned, and the triumphs they experienced along the way. This podcast aims to celebrate the success of these young men and women and give them recognition for their hard work which often goes unnoticed. It serves to inspire others and particularly the individuals themselves to fuel a sense of confidence and self-worth as they step into their new roles in society and begin their careers.
South Bronx United’s Minkael Soumah invites fellow SBU alumni into conversation about their journeys from communities all over the world to the classrooms and soccer fields of the Bronx to college graduation. They discuss the hardships, the lessons learned, and the triumphs they experienced along the way. This podcast aims to celebrate the success of these young men and women and give them recognition for their hard work which often goes unnoticed. It serves to inspire others and particularly the individuals themselves to fuel a sense of confidence and self-worth as they step into their new roles in society and begin their careers.
Sarahi Barrios knows where the goal is.
00:02:29 - Sarahí’s Essay 00:08:57 - Intro to conversation between Sarahí and Keyla 00:10:36 - Conversation between Sarahí and Keyla 00:15:43 - Farewell
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
You can see more from these student-athletes across SBU's social media throughout the campaign, and by visiting https://southbronxunited.org/powerof11-2021
https://instragram.com/southbronxunited https://facebook.com/southbronxunited https://twitter.com/SBronxUnited
Brad Hernandez wants to change the conversation.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
You can see more from these student-athletes across SBU's social media throughout the campaign, and by visiting https://southbronxunited.org/powerof11-2021
https://instragram.com/southbronxunited https://facebook.com/southbronxunited https://twitter.com/SBronxUnited
Ana Mejia believes in others.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
You can see more from these student-athletes across SBU's social media throughout the campaign, and by visiting https://southbronxunited.org/powerof11-2021
https://instragram.com/southbronxunited https://facebook.com/southbronxunited https://twitter.com/SBronxUnited
Sam Frimpong is unstoppable.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
You can see more from these student-athletes across SBU's social media throughout the campaign, and by visiting https://southbronxunited.org/powerof11-2021
https://instragram.com/southbronxunited https://facebook.com/southbronxunited https://twitter.com/SBronxUnited
Roshely Cipriano finds a way.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
You can see more from these student-athletes across SBU's social media throughout the campaign, and by visiting https://southbronxunited.org/powerof11-2021
https://instragram.com/southbronxunited https://facebook.com/southbronxunited https://twitter.com/SBronxUnited
Brando Francisco is keeping a promise.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
You can see more from these student-athletes across SBU's social media throughout the campaign, and by visiting https://southbronxunited.org/powerof11-2021
https://instragram.com/southbronxunited https://facebook.com/southbronxunited https://twitter.com/SBronxUnited
Lesley Miron Unites our Community.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
You can see more from these student-athletes across SBU's social media throughout the campaign, and by visiting https://southbronxunited.org/powerof11-2021
Yankuba Konteh brings integrity.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org.
Jeffrey Donkor is ready to lead. In the classroom and on the soccer field, Jeffrey has seen how his own perseverance inspires others to achieve their goals.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org
Jennifer Oliveros has been a part of South Bronx United since she was in middle school. As she prepares to head off to NYU in the fall, Jennifer reflects on what it meant to overcome the challenges of the last year.
Each day, June 1-11, SBU's Joshua Martin Guerra is helping to bring you the story of an exceptional student-athlete from the SBU Academy’s Class of 2021. 11 days, 11 stories—of determination, of leadership, of what it meant for each of these brilliant student-athletes to find within themselves all that they need to succeed. You can be a part of the PowerOf11 by subscribing to this podcast, by sharing these stories, and by giving $11 or more at https://powerof11.southbronxunited.org
South Bronx United is an internationally recognized sports-based youth development organization that uses soccer as a tool for social change. You can learn more about SBU by visiting the organization’s website at https://www.southbronxunited.org