Boys & Girls Club of Cypress’ Triple Play Leadership Club members in Cypress planned and hosted a Gamesroom Tournament on Oct. 18 for 150 club members from Cypress and the Boys & Girls Club of Stanton. They planned and provided a healthy meal and hosted ping-pong, pool, carpet bowling and board game tournaments. Outside activities included kickball and capture the flag. Tournament winners received certificates and gift cards and special awards were given for excellent Sportsmanship.
The Triple Play Leadership Club is a leadership group that empowers youth to adopt healthier lifestyles by learning about nutrition, becoming more physically active, improving confidence and interpersonal skills. Leadership Club members volunteer as referees, coaches, in other athletic department assistance roles or support roles in the Gamesroom or health program. Leadership Club activities challenge youth to take an active part in increasing physical activity amongst themselves, other youth, younger club members and the community at large.
“Leadership can teach a young person basic life skills that will carry over into the classroom. Some of the important tenets of citizenship and fairness can be learned on the soccer field or the basketball court. The lessons learned through participation in fitness and service, such as self-confidence, teamwork, discipline, the value of practice and the thrill of individual achievement are critical to a child’s development,” said Executive Director, Anne Hertz.
Sports, fitness and recreation is just one of the core program areas provided by Boys & Girls Clubs. The other areas are character and leadership development, education and career development, health and life skills and the arts. Boys & Girls Club of Cypress has been an integral part of the community for 40 years.
To find out how you can be involved in the Triple Play Leadership Club as a member, or for information about how you can help support this program, please call Sue Osbon, Director of Operations at 714-527-2697 x202 or contact her online at sosbon@bgccypress.org.