STREETSQUASH

At StreetSquash, we believe that youth sports and academic development must go hand in hand with mental resilience. A student cannot perform their best on the court or in the classroom if they are carrying heavy burdens at home.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to highlight the incredible work happening behind the scenes in our building. StreetSquash puts an explicit emphasis on youth mental health by embedding a dedicated, comprehensive support system directly into our programming. We employ two full-time social workers and a brilliant group of social work interns who provide everything from initial needs assessments and one on one counseling to life skills workshops and identity-specific peer groups.

Our students say it best: having a safe space to process life's ups and downs lets them breathe easier, build up their emotional regulation, and find their voice. 💬💛

Hiring dedicated mental health staff ensures our youth never have to face life's challenges alone. Watch the video to hear more about how our team is changing the game on and off the courts!