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Greenwich YNET’s Annual Frisbee Tournament

 

 Saturday Morning Greenwich YNET held their Annual Frisbee tournament at Greenwich High School. Participating were member of UConn’s Ultimate Frisbee team, as well as other former and current GHS students. YNET’s goal is to spread awareness and prevent domestic abuse in teens and adults. Members of YNET gathered to celebrate the tournament and hand out T-shirts and snacks for the players. The Tournament had three very successful teams from all over Connecticut. Continue Reading →

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GHS Girl’s Empowerment Club Event at Greenwich YMCA Means Girl in Peru Goes to High School

Greenwich High School students gathered at the YMCA of Greenwich to spin in support of girl’s education. Organized by the Greenwich High School Girl’s Empowerment Club, the proceeds went directly to support the club’s She’s the First scholar, Lisbeth H in Peru.

Joined by the YMCA’s own, Bob Deangelo and Heather Brown, the group enjoyed an hour of invigorating exercise with great music. The class was lead by enthusiastic spin instructor, Wendy Coleman. Continue Reading →

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Mark Teixeira on Playing in Pinstripes, Retirement & What’s Most Important for a Kid Starting Baseball

At the same time the New York Yankees of today continued their surprising surge to the top of the American League East, hundreds of baseball fans lined up Saturday afternoon at the newly opened Bowlero Milford for a chance to meet a great Bronx Bomber of the past. Continue Reading →

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GHS Girl’s Empowerment Club to Hold Spin Class Fundraiser at Greenwich YMCA

The Girl’s Empowerment Club at Greenwich High School is holding a spin class at the YMCA of Greenwich this Sunday, June 11 to raise money for their sponsored scholar in Peru, Lisbeth.
The club’s mission is to empower girls through education. Through its partnership with non profit “She’s the First,” GHS students support girls in developing countries be the first in their family to graduate from high school. Last year, the club raised enough funds to give a scholarship to Lisbeth, a girl attending secondary school in the Sacred Valley of Peru.
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High-Goal Polo Gallops Back to Greenwich Polo Club for the 36th Season on June 4

Each polo Sunday from 1:00-3:00pm, fans can also tour The Brant Foundation Art Study Center, dedicated to promoting education and appreciation of contemporary art and design, which is located adjacent to the field and is featuring a new exhibit.
Also, Greenwich Polo Club is launching a new round trip shuttle service, Pony Express, between Manhattan and Greenwich Polo Club each polo Sunday. Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Youth Football League Registration is in Full Swing for Fall

The Greenwich Youth Football League (GYFL) has been the only youth football league in Greenwich for decades, growing to six organizations fielding teams in three divisions, with almost 660 players and cheerleaders. The primary goal of the GYFL is to provide an opportunity for the youths of Greenwich to play football during the fall months. Players learn the fundamentals of football, and there is a firm emphasis on good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty and citizenship. Players are assured  proper, safe, direct supervision with a fun-filled learning experience. The GYFL Board of Directors, coaches and support staff all donate their time to ensure the success and growth of this league. Continue Reading →

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