Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative

Leading for Impact: Nonprofit Leadership Training
2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
Join us for a nonprofit leadership training with Darrien Johnson of The Community Curator. Attend in person at the Friends Center or join virtually via Zoom. If you cannot attend in person, use the Zoom link in the registration to attend.
This session, designed for executive directors and leaders of established nonprofits, will focus on strategies for driving impact, strengthening organizational leadership, and advancing equity in the nonprofit sector. Participants will gain practical tools and insights to lead with vision, sustainability, and community-centered purpose.

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Philly Girls Got Game
2025-09-20 09:00 - 13:00 | South Philadelphia High School, 2101 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19148
Philly Girls Got Game is PYSC’s citywide initiative celebrating and empowering girls through sports. The event brings together young athletes from across Philadelphia for a high-energy day of skills clinics, team building, and connection.Girls have the chance to learn directly from women’s basketball teams from Philadelphia’s Big 5, who lead drills, run stations, and serve as powerful role models both on and off the court.Led by local coaches, college athletes, and community leaders, Philly Girls Got Game creates a fun, supportive space where girls can try new sports, build confidence, and discover their strength.
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CPR/First Aid Training
2025-09-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
PYSC is offering free CPR and First Aid training for staff, coaches, and volunteers from our member organizations. This session equips participants with essential life-saving skills to keep youth safe on and off the field.

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Tennis Coaches Training @ Rivera Recreation Center
2025-09-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Rivera Recreation Center, 3201 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
Welcome to an interactive coaching workshop for individuals eager to introduce tennis to young or novice players. Never played – no problem! The workshop, conducted by Court 16 – Fishtown, aims to equip attendees with the necessary skills to coach, manage, and make tennis learning enjoyable and interactive! No teaching experience is necessary for this workshop. It is designed to be interactive, ensuring that you leave feeling confident and prepared to introduce tennis to new players.
You do not need to bring a tennis racquet as one will be supplied for your use.
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Group Management Training for Coaches
2025-09-03 18:00 - 20:30 | Bartram High School, 2401 S. 67th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19142
Group Management Training for CoachesJoin Playworks for an interactive workshop where coaches will learn five proven strategies to manage groups effectively and set young athletes up for success on and off the field.
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Coaches Workshop- Space Reservations & Equipment Grants
2025-09-02 16:30 - 18:30 | Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
Learn how to access resources that make your coaching easier and more impactful. This workshop will walk you through the process of reserving practice and game space, as well as applying for equipment grants to support your athletes and programs.
If you are interested in attending this workshop. please contact Josh Throckmorton at Jthrockmorton@pysc.org.

Fuel the Season- Fall Kickoff Event
2025-08-22 17:00 - 21:00 | 2700 Darian Street, 2700 Darian Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19148
Fuel the Season is PYSC’s fall kickoff event for member organizations—a fun, energizing gathering to celebrate the start of the fall 2025 season! Join us for food, music, games, and good vibes as we connect, recharge, and get excited for the year ahead in youth sports.
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Mandated Reporting Training
2025-08-14 16:30 - 19:30
Mandated reporter training is designed for individuals who are legally required to report suspected child abuse or neglect, such as coaches, teachers, healthcare workers, and youth program staff. The training covers how to recognize signs of abuse, understand reporting responsibilities, and take appropriate action. It helps ensure that those working with children know how to respond and report concerns to help keep kids safe.

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Grassroots Soccer Coaches Training
2025-08-09 09:30 - 16:30 | Marian Anderson Recreation Center, 740 S. 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19146
The Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative (PYSC), Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, EPYSA, U.S. Soccer, and the Center for Healing and Justice through Sport are partnering for a day of hands-on training for new and emerging youth soccer coaches in Philly. Sessions will focus on the fundamentals of positive coaching, youth development, trauma-informed practices, and technical soccer skill development to help coaches create safe, supportive, and engaging environments for young athletes.
Connect with fellow coaches, build confidence, and walk away with strategies to strengthen your impact in your community, both on and off the field!
Schedule:
9:30 – 11:30 AM (All participants) Trauma and the Brain: A primer for coaches working with developing soccer players
11:30 – 12:15 PM (All participants) Coaches’ Luncheon
12:30 – 2:30 PM (For first-time soccer coaches) EPYSA’s State Soccer Certification Course
12:30 – 4:30 PM (For experienced soccer coaches) U.S. Soccer’s Grassroots 9v9 Licensing Course**
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**Please note: Registrants for U.S. Soccer’s Grassroots Licensing Course must also register for their license through the USSF and complete an online pre-course program

2025 Youth Football & Cheer Conference
2025-07-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Drexel University- Creese Student Center, 3210 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
Join us for a powerful day of hands-on training, connection, and inspiration as part of PYSC’s violence prevention initiative for coaches. This event brings together Philadelphia’s top youth football and cheer coaches to share fresh insights and high-energy demos. Whether you’re a veteran coach or just starting out, you’ll walk away with new tools, stronger community ties, and a renewed commitment to using sports to uplift and protect Philly’s youth.
This is a free event! REGISTER HERE

Philly Youth Sports Fund Information Session
2025-06-30 19:00 - 20:30
Applications for the Philly Youth Sports Fund open Monday, July 21! We want to help you get ready to submit your application with confidence. Join us for an info session where we’ll walk through tips, tricks, and everything you need to know to get your organization ready to apply.

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***The Zoom link will be provided day of the session via email***

Shark Day
2025-06-28 10:00 - 17:00 | Smith Playground, 2101 S. 25th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19145

ODAAP Combine & Clinic
2025-06-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Mastery Charter School Pickett Campus, 5700 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19144
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First Aid/CPR
2025-06-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
First Aid & CPR Training at the Friends CenterWe’re excited to offer a First Aid and CPR training session for our coaches and community leaders—hosted at the Friends Center. This essential training equips participants with lifesaving skills to help ensure the safety of every young person in our programs. Stay tuned for registration details and be sure to secure your spot!

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Pop Warner- Tackle Football and Cheer Coach Workshop
2025-05-28 18:00 - 20:30 | PHMC, 4601 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19139
Liberty Youth Athletic Association (LYAA), The Center for Healing and Justice through Sport (CHJS), and PYSC are hosting a two-hour workshop for Pop Warner tackle football and cheer coaches on Wednesday, May 28th from 6:15pm to 8:30pm at PHMC on 4601 Market Street. LYAA is hosting an interactive workshop, tailored for Pop Warner cheer and football coaches. This session will help elevate the way we’re leading teams on and off the field. 💥 Why Coaches Should Attend Whether you’re working with a defensive line or a squad of first-time cheerleaders, your role as a coach has the power to heal, motivate and change lives. The session will dive into how trauma affects youth behavior and how sport can be a tool for healing, simple techniques to build stronger relationships with your athletes and tangible strategies you can use immediately regardless of your experience level 🔑 What People Walk Away With A playbook of techniques to deepen trust with athletes Tips on building safer, more inclusive practices Insights on why your role matters beyond the field.

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We Belong: Girls Soccer Clinic
2025-04-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Football Square Park, 1120 W. Cumberland Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19133
We Belong Girls Soccer Clinic, co-hosted by AC Fairhill, the Eastern PA Youth Soccer Association, and the Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative.
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Grassroots Soccer Coach Tranings
2025-03-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Gustine Recreation Center, 4868 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19129
The Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative (PYSC), the Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Association (EPYSA), and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation co-host a training for grassroots soccer coaches dedicated to spreading a love for the game throughout our region. Experienced coaches and coach development professionals from EPYSA will lead participants through engaging, hands-on activities and drills intended to prepare participants to lead soccer programming in their communities. Those who complete the approximately 2-hour training will receive an EPYSA State Coaching Certificate, information on applying for grants from the Philadelphia Youth Sports Fund, and the opportunity to network with local soccer coaches participating in a U.S. Soccer 7v7 Grassroots Certification Course at Gustine Rec at the same time.

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CPR/First Aid Training
2025-03-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
Get certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED training and gain essential life-saving skills to respond effectively to emergencies in the sports community.
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State of Soccer
2025-03-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Yards Brewing Company, 500 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19123
Join the Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative (PYSC) and Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Association (EPYSA) for an engaging “State of Soccer” meetup at Yards Brewing Company. This gathering aims to bring together soccer enthusiasts, coaches, and community leaders to discuss the current landscape and future of youth soccer in our region. Attendees will have the opportunity to network, schedule friendly matches with each other, and register for coach and officials trainings being offered by EPYSA this spring. Food and drinks will be provided by PYSC.

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CPR, First Aid, AED training
2025-02-26 17:30 - 20:00 | PADA Clubhouse, 4001 Edgely Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19131
Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative (PYSC) proudly presents a crucial opportunity to enhance your ability to respond to emergencies with confidence—the Certified First Aid CPR/AED Training session. This comprehensive training is designed to equip participants with essential life-saving skills, ensuring readiness in critical situations within sports and community settings.
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CPR, First Aid, AED Training
2025-01-27 13:00 - 15:30 | The LIghthouse, 141 West Somerset St., Philadelphia, PA, 19133
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Workshop #7: Fundraising & Financial Budgets
2025-01-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
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Girls in Sport - Coach Education Experience
2024-12-09 18:00 - 21:00 | 25 N 33rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 25 N 33rd St., Philadelphia, PA, 19104
Girls participate in sport at lower rates than boys at all ages, but it is not because they don’t enjoy the key components of sport: being competitive, feeling athletic, reaching goals, and building a team. The reality is that girls have extra challenges to overcome when it comes to staying in the game. Girls need the physical, mental, academic, and social benefits that sport participation has been shown to give, so programs need to do all they can to help girls stay involved.
Come to this training looking to enrich girls opportunities and how you can create the best space possible for girls to thrive.
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Workshop #6: Communications (Virtual)
2024-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | ZOOM
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Zoom link will be emailed t registrants.

Workshop #5: Program Evaluation (Virtual)
2024-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM
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Zoom link will emailed to registrants.

PYB’s Fall Festival
2024-10-30 16:30 - 18:30 | The Alan Horwitz ‘Sixth Man’ Center, 4250 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Fall is here, and we’re so excited to invite you to PYB’s Fall Festival at The Alan Horwitz ‘Sixth Man’ Center! Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of community fun, delicious treats, and fall festivities that everyone will enjoy. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store:
Face Painting
Basketball Skills Challenge – Test your skills on the court and compete in a friendly hoops challenge!
Trick-or-Treating Stations – Grab some sweet goodies at our candy stations (costumes optional!).
Entertainment – Enjoy fun entertainment for all ages!
Fall-Inspired Food & Drinks – Savor seasonal treats.
Photo Booth Fun – Capture memories with your crew at our festive fall photo booth!

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Workshop #4: Management & Leadership
2024-10-24 17:30 - 20:00 | Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
Part of PYSC’s Nonprofit & Organizational Leadership Certificate Course
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Safe-Hub Trunk or Treat event
2024-10-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Scanlon Rec, 1099 E Venango St, Philadelphia, PA, 19134
Here’s what’s in store:
Costume Fun
Safe Trick-or-Treating
Game Truck
Activities & Crafts

Workshop #3: DIY Strategic Planning
2024-10-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States

PYSC Fall Quarterly Meeting:
2024-10-11 09:30 - 12:00 | Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
