Off the Bench Youth Development
The Assist for the Next Play
a game-changing program empowering marginalized youth through sports, nutrition, and career readiness.
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From the Court to Careers: Building Futures in Sports, Health & Wellness
Off the Bench Youth Development empowers marginalized youth through hands-on learning that combines sports, nutrition, wellness, and career exploration.
Our pilot proved what’s possible when community, mentorship, and opportunity meet. We’re now expanding our reach — creating year-round pathways for students ages 11–24 to grow on and off the court.
Our Impact
Pilot Program
In Summer 2025, Off the Bench Youth Development ran a six-week pilot serving marginalized students through basketball, wellness, and career exploration.
The program combined structured training sessions, live scrimmages, and mentorship opportunities that helped participants grow both as athletes and as future professionals.
Students even got to observe pro-level runs and practice live film analysis each week. This gave them firsthand insight into how high-performance athletes think, move, and prepare.
Impact Highlights:
6 Weeks of Training blending basketball, wellness, and leadership
4 Scrimmage Games building teamwork and real-time decision-making
Weekly Live Film Analysis at pro-level runs for advanced learning
Mentorship Huddles with coaches, trainers, and wellness experts
10 Hands-On Nutrition & Financial Literacy Workshops
Marginalized Youth Participants from across New York City
1 Culminating Family Day Celebration
Our approach goes deeper than drills and scrimmages. Each area of Off the Bench helps youth build the discipline, knowledge, and mindset to thrive — in sports, in school, and in life
Basketball Training & Conditioning
Core Program Ideas
Nutrition, Recovery & Wellness
Basketball Training & Conditioning
Basketball Training & Conditioning
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