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As a mother of 2 and 3 time Ironman finisher with countless other athletic pursuits under my belt, Katie created pursuit endurance after going through pregnancy as a triathlete and navigating the challenges of being a new mother when she re-entered the sport.She wants to be the person she wished she had: to give better resources and guidance to mothers who are pregnant and postpartum and want to stay active in their sport.Katie is a Native Washingtonian originally from Burke, VA. She's a mother to six year old, Elias, and three year old, Emett. She is a three-time Ironman triathlete, 15-time marathoner, and avid cyclist who enjoys clipping into all sorts of adventures on the road, has dabbled a bit in off road riding, and is often indoors on Zwift!When she's not teaching mothers about cycling & pregnancy and postpartum fitness, she works for DC SCORES as the Senior Director of Development Operations & Events. She lives in the Michigan Park neighborhood of Washington, DC with her husband and two boys, and her first two furbabies, a dog and a cat!She has numerous multisport certifications under her belt, and is a pregnancy and postpartum athleticism coach!In this episode we chat about:Top myths of working out pregnant The pregnancy comparison trap– how to avoid it and meet yourself where you are atReturn to sport postpartum– should you have a ‘comeback' race?What is your WHY as a pregnant athlete?How to avoid overdoing it during pregnancy and PPNutrition in pregnancy & postpartumLEA risks PPWhat questions to ask to ask your provider PPMaking sense of your body's feedback as a pregnant/PP athleteAnd more!

Biden pledges veto of GOP meddling; audio postcard from last week's march and rally. Today's labor quote: Hands Off DC. Today's labor history: MLK returns to Memphis to support strikers.     @wpfwdc #1u #unions #LaborRadioPod @AFLCIO #1u Proud founding member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network.

Biden pledges veto of GOP meddling; audio postcard from last week's march and rally. Today's labor quote: Hands Off DC. Today's labor history: MLK returns to Memphis to support strikers.     @wpfwdc #1u #unions #LaborRadioPod @AFLCIO #1u Proud founding member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network.

In this episode we interview Tony Francavilla, Chief Development Officer at DC Scores. DC Scores creates neighborhood teams that give kids the confidence and skills to succeed on the playing field, in the classroom, and in life. We envision a DC where every child – no matter their family income – experiences the joys of childhood: sports, arts, service, and being part of a team. Where every child – no matter their family circumstances – is empowered to find academic success and grow into an emotionally and physically healthy teen and adult. Where every neighborhood supports and celebrates its children and their accomplishments on and off the playing field. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://give.dcscores.org/give/401225#!/donation/checkout Phone: +1 (202) 393-6999 Email: info@dcscores.org Website: https://www.dcscores.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DCSCORES Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dc_scores/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/879205 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/dcscores Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcscores

Luke Mohamed is the Director, Partnership Sales for the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Vandergrift, PA native joined the team in February 2020 and is responsible for generating new corporate partnerships. He also self-appointed himself somewhere on the emergency goalie depth chart. Prior to the Penguins, Luke spent five years with Major League Soccer's D.C. United. At D.C. United, he managed a sales team responsible for the Club's non-ticket revenue streams, including the 2018 opening of their new stadium, Audi Field. During his tenure, the team grew from last in MLS partnership revenue to a Top 5 club. Luke spent the remainder of his time in the nation's capital as an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown, a member of DC SCORES' Advisory Council, and reminding locals that the Penguins had won four more Stanley Cups than the Capitals. Before D.C. United, Luke had partnership roles with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission and IRONMAN Triathlon, and the DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. Luke earned an MBA/MS in Sport & Entertainment Management from the University of South Florida in 2015 and his Bachelor's degree in Sport Management and Accounting from The Robert Morris University in 2010. In this episode, we discuss: - The amazing story behind Luke's career in sports management - What he learned from Wayne Rooney at D.C. United - How putting in the work and taking on tough roles allowed Luke to land his dream job - What it's like to be in the same organization as Sidney Crosby - The amazing work that Luke and the Penguins are doing for the community - Why we need to strive for greatness, and why that's different than being good enough

In the latest episode of Golazo! with Carlos and Paul, Bethany Henderson, CEO of DC SCORES and  President of the America SCORES National Network, discusses the evolution of DC SCORES under her leadership and her vision for the future of DC SCORES and the America SCORES network. 

Neil W. Tyra is a solo practitioner and the driving force behind The Tyra Law Firm, LLC. His practice focuses primarily on estate planning, estate administration, guardianships, and adoption. Prior to creating The Tyra Law Firm, LLC, Mr. Tyra was an attorney with the Washington DC firm of Simeone & Miller, LLP.  Before entering law school, Mr. Tyra had a long and successful career in information systems and technology management for some of Washington D.C.'s largest technology firms, including Computer Sciences Corporation. Mr. Tyra is admitted to practice in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia. He is a member of the American Bar Association, Maryland State Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar Association, and the Montgomery County Bar Association. Mr. Tyra is a graduate of the Columbus School of Law at The Catholic University of America. He received his undergraduate degree in Information Systems Management from the University of Maryland. Mr. Tyra is also the creator and host of the popular podcast, The Law Entrepreneur. This podcast answers the questions “what they didn't teach us about running a business in law school”. The podcast is available on iTunes and is heard throughout North America, the United Kingdom, and Australia to name a few countries. Mr. Tyra is a long time supporter of soccer in the Washington DC area. He was an original investor in Major League Soccer and sat on the Board of Directors for DC United for the first four years of the team's existence. In addition, he is a former member of the Board of Directors for both Soccer '94 and DC Scores (the predecessor of America Scores). He is also the founder of the Kenshin Karate School and has been an active practicing black belt in Japanese karate for over twenty-five years. Website- http://thelawentrepreneur.com Social Media Handles www.linkedin.com/in/tyralawfirm https://www.facebook.com/neiltyra @lawentrepreneur

Neil W. Tyra is a solo practitioner and the driving force behind The Tyra Law Firm, LLC. His practice focuses primarily on estate planning, estate administration, guardianships, and adoption. Prior to creating The Tyra Law Firm, LLC, Mr. Tyra was an attorney with the Washington DC firm of Simeone & Miller, LLP.  Before entering law school, Mr. Tyra had a long and successful career in information systems and technology management for some of Washington D.C.'s largest technology firms, including Computer Sciences Corporation. Mr. Tyra is admitted to practice in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia. He is a member of the American Bar Association, Maryland State Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar Association, and the Montgomery County Bar Association. Mr. Tyra is a graduate of the Columbus School of Law at The Catholic University of America. He received his undergraduate degree in Information Systems Management from the University of Maryland. Mr. Tyra is also the creator and host of the popular podcast, The Law Entrepreneur. This podcast answers the questions “what they didn't teach us about running a business in law school”. The podcast is available on iTunes and is heard throughout North America, the United Kingdom, and Australia to name a few countries. Mr. Tyra is a long time supporter of soccer in the Washington DC area. He was an original investor in Major League Soccer and sat on the Board of Directors for DC United for the first four years of the team's existence. In addition, he is a former member of the Board of Directors for both Soccer '94 and DC Scores (the predecessor of America Scores). He is also the founder of the Kenshin Karate School and has been an active practicing black belt in Japanese karate for over twenty-five years. Website- http://thelawentrepreneur.com Social Media Handles www.linkedin.com/in/tyralawfirm https://www.facebook.com/neiltyra @lawentrepreneur

Using Technology to Create a Law Firm That Works for You, with Neil Tyra Neil W. Tyra is a solo practitioner and the driving force behind The Tyra Law Firm, LLC (www.tyralawfirm.com). His practice focuses primarily on estate planning, estate administration, selected family law cases, adoption and guardianship. Prior to creating The Tyra Law Firm, LLC, Mr. Tyra was an attorney with the Washington DC firm of Simeone & Miller, LLP. Before entering law school, Mr. Tyra had a long and successful career in information systems and technology management for some of Washington D.C.'s largest technology firms, including Computer Sciences Corporation. Mr. Tyra is admitted to practice in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia. He is a member of the American Bar Association, Maryland State Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar Association and the Montgomery County Bar Association. Mr. Tyra is a graduate of the Columbus School of Law at The Catholic University of America. He received his undergraduate degree in Information Systems Management from the University of Maryland. Mr. Tyra is also the creator and host of the popular podcast, The Law Entrepreneur. This podcast answers the questions “what they didn’t teach us about running a business in law school”. The podcast is available on iTunes and is heard throughout North America, the United Kingdom, and Australia to name a few countries. Mr. Tyra is a long time supporter of soccer in the Washington DC area. He was an original investor in Major League Soccer and sat on the Board of Directors for DC United for the first four years of the team’s existence. In addition, he is a former member of the Board of Directors for both Soccer ’94 and DC Scores (the predecessor of America Scores). He is also the founder of the Kenshin Karate School and has been an active practicing black belt in Japanese karate for over twenty-five years. What you’ll learn about in this episode: How Neil’s total of 8 different careers led him to the practice of law, and how each of those careers has helped to build a practice that works for him The evolution of technology in law firms Using technology to reduce your work time Why you shouldn’t necessarily consider yourself locked into your current area of practice What the future setup of law offices may look like Advances in documentation preparation systems How artificial intelligence might affect the practice of law Resources: Website: http://thelawentrepreneur.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tyralawfirm Twitter:https://twitter.com/lawentrepreneur Email: neil@thelawentrepreneur.com Additional Resources: Internet Domination Bootcamp: https://www.pilmma.org/idb2021 The Mastermind Effect: https://www.pilmma.org/the-mastermind-effect/  PILMMA’s free Coronavirus Survival Kit: www.pilmma.org/free-resources/  PILMMA Join Page: https://pilmma.kartra.com/page/join-pilmma 

In this episode we speak with Bethany Henderson the SEO of DC Scores and the President of the America Scores Network as well as Tom Gross the League Administrator for DC Scores. America Scores is a program founded in Washington DC that combines poetry and service learning with the game of soccer. The program aims to provide meaningful physical and educational activities and coaching to children in areas where access to sports is an issue. Bethany discusses the history of the program, the successes and growing pains, and how you can get involved in an existing Scores program, (They are in 12 cities already) or help start a new chapter in the network in your own city.Kicker, America SCORES annual poetry magazineOur Words Our Cities documentary website (note that the film will be released on Amazon in late February)Soccer in the City documentary DC SCORES' YouTube channel. I particularly direct your attention to this 5 minute video story titled A Poet-Athlete and his Coach. 2.5 minute piece featuring our coaches talking about DC SCORES' impact during the pandemic.For more information about volunteering with DC SCORES (including coaching), visit https://www.dcscores.org/volunteer/ For more information about DC SCORES fundraisers, see: One Night One Goal - annual gala at Audi Field SCORES Cup - annual corporate charity soccer tournament For more information about how companies can get involved or partner with DC SCORES, contact Tony Francavilla, afrancavilla@dcscores.org Brave Spaces program for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Presented byAdventist HealthCare Adventist HealthCare is the largest & only health system headquartered in Montgomery Co., MD www.adventisthealthcare.com SAM Soccer Recreational Soccer League in Montgomery County Maryland www.samsoccer.org MBS Performance Counseling Mental Athletic Performance and Adolescent Counseling "Discover How To Perform With Purpose" www.mbsperformancecounseling.com Pitchside from the Plex listeners can get 40% of the Perform with Purpose online course from MBS Performance Counseling by using Discount Code "soccerplex" https://mbsperformancecounseling.com/perform-with-purpose-online-course/ This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. Thank you for your support!

The Tried and True crew do a special collaboration with DC SCORES and Screaming Eagles to help raise money for young poet-athletes in the DMV. D.C. United CEO and owner Jason Levien joins the show to give his thoughts on the club's 2020 season, his vision, and what the future holds for DCU fans. The crew give their DCU New Years Resolutions and break down the interview. Steven Birnbaum, Donovan Pines and Griffin Yow drop in to say hey and tell us about their auction items on sedcs.givesmart.com. Auction ends 1/10/21. Vamos!

In our latest episode, we speak with Sean Hinkle, Chief Program Officer at DC SCORES.Sean oversees all aspects of DC SCORES programming and has been with the organization since 2009.

Well, folks, we took a quick break from podcasting as one of the Adams welcomed his newborn daughter into the world, and in that time the world of soccer in Loudoun County collapsed around us. So, what was supposed to be a recap of the Pittsburgh and Charleston games is now our final episode of the season. We have a special guest on the show to join us to see off the season, our Captain, Peabo Doue, and we have a bunch of End-Of-Season Awards to dish out. As with our previous interview, the Loudoun Stampede has agreed to donate $1 for every listen to this episode to the charitable organization of Peabo's choice, and he went with DC Scores! Thanks to everyone for all of the support and listens this season. We hope to make some changes to bring about an even better listening experience next season and make sure to follow us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts and on social media for any more news about the podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app (https://anchor.fm/app)

You are a super-prepared salesperson.  You’ve acquired deep knowledge of your products, your markets, your customers – even your competition. In doing so, you’ve placed yourself well ahead of many salespeople who don’t put in the time to be a knowledge giant. Now comes the moment when you launch toward new sales. Will you be able to shift into performance mode like the sales athlete you could be? Or will you settle  for so-so results and waste all that preparation? This Asher Sales Sense Podcast – “Shift Your Mind” - features host John Asher with guest Brian Levenson, founder of Strong Skills, which provides executive coaching and mental performance coaching and consulting to elite organizations, performers and leaders He has worked with CEOs, professional athletes and teams in the NBA, NHL, and MLS, Division 1 athletic departments, the Federal Reserve, Department of Homeland Security, and many other organizations. How are sales and sports similar? What characteristics do successful sales leaders and athletes share? What qualities lead to performance success? What are intentional performers? How can we nurture nature and develop human potential? Tune in and learn the answers to these and other questions so you can shift into sales overdrive and leave your competitors in the dust.  About our Guest Brian Levenson Brian Levenson is the founder of Strong Skills, which provides executive coaching and mental performance coaching, speaking, and consulting to elite organizations, performers, and leaders. He has been fortunate to work with CEO’s, professional athletes, and with teams in the NBA, NHL, and MLS, Division 1 athletic departments, the Federal Reserve, the Department of Homeland Security, Hilton, Young Presidents Organization (YPO), and many other organizations. He also has a weekly podcast, Intentional Performers, where he interviews a diverse group of elite high performers. His new book, Shift Your Mind, is scheduled to be released in October of 2020. Brian currently lives in Bethesda, MD, with his wife and two kids.   Specialties: Shift Your Mind, Framework, Focused Habits, Resilience, Positive Psychology, Teamwork, Leadership, Mental Performance Education: BA, Syracuse University (Major in Sociology, Minor in African American Studies). MA, John F. Kennedy University in Sport Psychology Certifications: Leadership Coaching Certificate at Georgetown University Institute for Transformational Leadership, PCC Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF), Hogan Leadership Assessment, Leadership Circle 360 Assessment Philanthropy: Board Member at PeacePlayers International, National Young Leadership Cabinet at Jewish Federation of North America, Supporter of DC Scores, Children Deserve a Chance, DC Soul, and others.  Asher Sales Sense is hosted by John Asher and Kyla O’Connell of ASHER Strategies which is a program on the Funnel Radio Channel.  ASHER Strategies is the sponsor of ASHER Sales Sense.     

CSR with Soccer Balls and Poetry with DC Scores. At a time when many companies are re-examining their Corporate Social Responsibility efforts to become more diverse and have greater impact, Bethany Henderson, CEO of DC Scores and Network President of America Score (aligned charities with Major League Soccer), Ben-James Brown a board member and VP with Wells Fargo Bank and DeAndre Walters a DC Scores alumni and incoming freshman at Morehouse College tell powerful, moving stories, read poetry and talk about how to make a lasting difference in communities.

Guests: Katherine Shaver, Washington Post transportation reporter, Wendy Benjaminson, Bloomberg Politics Editor, Congressman Max Rose, a democrat from New York, and Bethany Rubin Henderson, Chief Executive Officer of DC SCORES and President of the America SCORES Network. 

Guests: Katherine Shaver, Washington Post transportation reporter, Wendy Benjaminson, Bloomberg Politics Editor, Congressman Max Rose, a democrat from New York, and Bethany Rubin Henderson, Chief Executive Officer of DC SCORES and President of the America SCORES Network. 

Join us as Bethany Henderson, Executive Director of American Scores joins our host Roy Kessel on S2:EP13 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast. Bethany shares her insight on growing a strong organization and managing remote chapters.

Pierre Vigilance, MD, MPH is a population health expert joining the premiere episode of RadioRev to talk about social determinants of health. In this episode, Pierre lays the foundation for the SDoH season and answers questions like: How should we be talking about SDoH? Is there a dedicated dictionary of terms and definitions for SDoH? What are the biggest barriers that healthcare needs to overcome to successfully address SDoH? To connect with Pierre: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierrevigilance/ Junctional Thinking Podcast: https://junctionalthinking.simplecast.com/ Dr. Pierre Vigilance is a health executive with 20 years experience in community development, social determinants of health, people and operations management, population health strategy, and executive education from time spent working in the non-profit, government, and education sectors. He is a systems-level thinker who has established cross-sector partnerships to impact health and founded HealthUp as an advisory consultancy to assist organizations and companies dedicated to improving health and social outcomes in underserved communities. His client-partners range from community health and transportation agencies to municipal bodies considering “smart growth”, and an impact investment group focused on housing. He consistently makes use of human-centered design tools to gain a better perspective on the challenges faced by his clients and the people they serve. As the George Washington University School of Public Health’s (GWSPH) first Associate Dean for Practice from 2013 to July 2019 he led the school’s applied public health efforts. He continues to engage learners and serve in an advisory capacity to the school as an Adjunct Professor and is also an adjunct faculty member at the Institute for Emerging Health Professions at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Prior to his time in academia Dr. Vigilance was the Health Commissioner for the District of Columbia from 2008-2011, and from 2002-2008 he served communities in Baltimore as an Assistant Health Commissioner in Baltimore City and Director of the Department of Health in Baltimore County. His early career postgraduate career was spent in the non-profit sector work where he directed a new case-management based substance abuse program seated in a community development corporation. Dr. Vigilance is a member of the Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Board of Directors; and as an Advisory Board Member of the Millennium Alliance a tech, business, and educational advisory firm. He is also an advisor to civic tech company Seam Social Labs, and the workplace creativity outfit, Innovators Box. He has served as a member of the Practice Committee for the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH); Board member for the non-profit, DC SCORES; and is an alumnus of the National Association of City & County Health Officials and the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials. A graduate of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and the Bloomberg School of Public Health at Johns Hopkins, he currently resides in Philadelphia, PA.

Segment two with Becky Sauerbrunn. Becky discusses her return from injury for friendlies vs. Mexico, including some doubt about being able to return to her playing standards, and the grind of bouncing back and forth between National Team and club team duties. Becky's explains her involvement in fundraising for a group of girls from DC Scores who were trying to pariticipate in the Street Child World Cup in Russia. Next, Becky talks about two friendlies vs China including one at Rio Tinto stadium the home of her club Utah Royals FC followed by a USWNT victory in Tournament of Nations, her teammates Lindsay Horan and Alex Morgan who had big years in 2018. Co-host Sydney Peters asked Becky her second question. Jen Cooper submitted a question how the momentum of the USWNT heading into 2019 compares to the team heading into 2015, plus a couple of trivia questions for Becky. Finally, Becky talks about her first season playing for her new club coach, Laura Harvey, and the Utah Royals.

Segment two with Becky Sauerbrunn. Becky discusses her return from injury for friendlies vs. Mexico, including some doubt about being able to return to her playing standards, and the grind of bouncing back and forth between National Team and club team duties. Becky's explains her involvement in fundraising for a group of girls from DC Scores who were trying to pariticipate in the Street Child World Cup in Russia. Next, Becky talks about two friendlies vs China including one at Rio Tinto stadium the home of her club Utah Royals FC followed by a USWNT victory in Tournament of Nations, her teammates Lindsay Horan and Alex Morgan who had big years in 2018. Co-host Sydney Peters asked Becky her second question. Jen Cooper submitted a question how the momentum of the USWNT heading into 2019 compares to the team heading into 2015, plus a couple of trivia questions for Becky. Finally, Becky talks about her first season playing for her new club coach, Laura Harvey, and the Utah Royals.

  Kyle Lequay is a Sports Marketing and Business Development Specialist with over eleven years' experience in the industry.   As President of the Beach Soccer Association of Trinidad and Tobago, Kyle is responsible for the development and promotion of beach soccer in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Beach soccer has made significant advancements with Kyle at the helm, including generating sport tourism activities such as the annual Tobago Beach Soccer Championship, which has brought in players from more than twenty countries since inception.   As Strategic Marketing Manager for WI Sports Limited, Kyle envisioned, developed and implemented concepts to increase viewership and audience engagement, strategies that significantly and positively impacted the Company’s presence. Kyle also held the position of Marketing Manager for the Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA), concurrently with the post of Project Manager for FIFA’s Income Generation Program. Under his stewardship, the FIFA Program successfully implemented its deliverables and acquired significant public and private sector sponsorships, an activity that has contributed to cultivating critical relationships for the TTFA.   Kyle boasts of an impressive list of significant sporting contributions locally and internationally including: Sponsorship Manager for the Caribbean Premier League (CPL); Marketing Manager for the Local Organising Committee for the FIFA Women’s U17 World Cup 2010; Program Coordinator for the DC Scores, Washington, D.C.; and Sport Marketing Officer for Digital Sports DC/Kimsey Foundation, Washington DC.   He is also a Certified Arena Operator for the U.S. Indoor Sports Association, a Member of the North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM) and a Member for the Sport Marketing Association. Kyle is also a graduate of Howard University, School of Business, Washington D.C.     In this episode, we discuss: The origin of Beach Football (Soccer) in Trinidad and Tobago The Sports Tourism model and its impact on a country's athletics The transition into Cheerleading - Cheer in the Sun Finding opportunities in Sports Entertainment A lesson in Resilience - how Kyle acquired the World of Dance Franchise; and What you learn from managing a Sports Bar   Links: Lequay Edge on Facebook   Related Episodes: Listen to Episode 001: Osei Wright-Alexis - Why Not Try? Listen to Episode 003: You Have to be "All In" with Kerrie-Kim Kirton Listen to Episode 010: Make It POP! Event Management 101 with Brendon Braithwaite Listen to Episode 022: Proper Talent Management with Andre Jeffers  

Ernesto flies solo again from the host chair as Blake is away traveling. We're excited to welcome back to the show Bethany Henderson, the Executive Director of DC SCORES, a Washington, DC-based organization that inspired a national organization and chapters around the country. DC SCORES provides free after-school programming to children in Washington, DC that includes team-based learning and activities like soccer and creating spoken word poetry. They have recently become a community partner of DC United, the professional soccer team in Washington, DC and collaborate on events and activities that enrich the lives of everyone involved. Find out what it takes to run a nonprofit on a school calendar rather than a fiscal year and get some tips to bring back to your own organization. Bethany Rubin Henderson is an award-winning social entrepreneur whose career has spanned the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, including service as a White House Fellow in the Obama Administration. She strongly believes every child deserves an equal chance and every community deserves engaged citizens. Bethany and her husband have two kids, a dog, and a blog about their struggles to juggle their two-career, two-kid household. DC SCORES builds teams for low-income DC youth that instill self-expression (through poetry), physical fitness (through soccer), and a sense of community (through service). We are one of the largest DC youth development organizations, and have worked with over 9,000 students

This fall, we welcome six new staff members! Get to know Soccer Coordinators Breelle Hunter, Emily Shinogle and Travis Worra (also a goalie for D.C. United); Soccer Program Manager Chris Hudler; Athletic Director Greg James; and Writing Coordinator Mira Smith as they begin their time at DC SCORES.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes (search "DC SCORES") to be the first to hear our latest content.Interested in keeping up with DC SCORES? We've got you covered:Facebook: facebook.com/DCSCORES  Twitter: twitter.com/dcscores and twitter.com/dcscoresinterns  Blog: dcscores.blogspot.comYouTube: youtube.com/DCSCORESInstagram: instagram.com/dc_scores

On his last day, Digital Media Intern Colin Patch chats about what he learned during his summer with DC SCORES including the impression the kids made on him; the power of a good video; and the importance of culture within a program. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes (search "DC SCORES") to be the first to hear our latest content. Interested in keeping up with DC SCORES? We've got you covered: Facebook: facebook.com/DCSCORESTwitter: twitter.com/dcscores and twitter.com/dcscoresinternsBlog: dcscores.blogspot.comYouTube: youtube.com/DCSCORESInstagram: instagram.com/dc_scores

The 18-member DC SCORES Board of Directors makes our program possible. On this episode, meet three board members -- Andrea Custis, Anthony Brown and Karen Lovitch -- who have made an indelible impact for the organization.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to be the first to hear our latest content.Interested in keeping up with DC SCORES? We've got you covered:Facebook: facebook.com/DCSCORESTwitter: twitter.com/dcscores and twitter.com/dcscoresinternsBlog: dcscores.blogspot.comYouTube: youtube.com/DCSCORESInstagram: instagram.com/dc_scores

You may think lots of kids are writing poetry and playing soccar and think how nice it is. But there is more too it then that. These types of programs and others offered by DC Scores are helping kids and building communities. Bethany Rubin Henderson is an award-winning social entrepreneur whose career has spanned the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, including service as a White House Fellow in the Obama Administration. She strongly believes every child deserves an equal chance and every community deserves engaged citizens. Bethany and her husband have two kids, a dog, and a blog about their struggles to juggle their two-career, two-kid household. DC SCORES builds teams for low-income DC youth that instill self-expression (through poetry), physical fitness (through soccer), and a sense of community (through service). We are one of the largest DC youth development organizations, and have worked with over 9,000 students.

At the 17th Annual Fall Frenzy Oct. 25, we caught up with some of our 190 coaches to ask why they got involved with DC SCORES and how the program impacts their school and the children it serves. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be the first to hear our latest content. Interested in keeping up with DC SCORES? We've got you covered: Facebook: facebook.com/DCSCORESTwitter: twitter.com/dcscores and twitter.com/dcscoresinternsBlog: dcscores.blogspot.comYouTube: youtube.com/DCSCORESInstagram: instagram.com/dc_scores

Join Communications Manager Jake Lloyd as he introduces listeners to the new faces in the DC SCORES office: Josh Freedholm, Greta Poku-Adjei, Aaron Cannon, and Zachary Gomes.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be the first to hear our latest content.Interested in keeping up with DC SCORES? We've got you covered:Facebook: facebook.com/DCSCORESTwitter: twitter.com/dcscores             twitter.com/dcscoresinternsBlog: dcscores.blogspot.comYouTube: youtube.com/DCSCORESInstagram: instagram.com/dc_scoresLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/879205?trk=tyah&trkInfo=tarId%3A1397756735556%2Ctas%3Adc%20scores%2Cidx%3A1-1-1

On this edition of the DC SCORES podcast, three DC SCORES staff members join Communications Manager Jake Lloyd and Communications Intern Kara Dunford to talk about Jamboree!, a celebration of an incredible spring season. Tune in to hear insights and stories from Program Coordinator -- Training & Logistics Jacqui Kemp, Community Outreach Coordinator Alyssa Morse, and Middle School Poetry & Service-Learning Coordinator Jessica Gilbert. Plus, gear up for the World Cup with a song from our friends at ASCAP and America SCORES LA and find out how you can provide a soccer uniform for DC youth during Do More 24.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be the first to hear our latest content.Interested in keeping up with DC SCORES? We've got you covered:Facebook: facebook.com/DCSCORESTwitter: twitter.com/dcscores             twitter.com/dcscoresinternsBlog: dcscores.blogspot.comYouTube: youtube.com/DCSCORESInstagram: instagram.com/dc_scoresLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/879205?trk=tyah&trkInfo=tarId%3A1397756735556%2Ctas%3Adc%20scores%2Cidx%3A1-1-1

Jake Lloyd talks about his work with DC SCORES. He shares his tips on how he keeps in touch with their top followers and guide them into supporting their regional and national work. As Communications Manager, Jake is responsible for all of DC SCORES’ marketing efforts, including managing eight social media networks, building relationships with traditional media, and leading online fundraising campaigns. Additionally, Jake — also a freelance sportswriter for the Associated Press — organizes the DC SCORES Cup, the Washington, DC, area’s largest charity soccer tournament. DC SCORES builds teams through after-school programs for 1,500 low-income DC youth at 47 schools by instilling self-expression through poetry, physical fitness through soccer, and sense of community through service-learning.  

Episode Six: Poetry Slam and Summer Camp and Soccer. Oh, My!On this week's supersized edition of the DC SCORES podcast, Communications Manager Jake Lloyd and Communications Intern Kara Dunford sit down to discuss a busy month at DC SCORES. Tune in for a rundown of April's highlights, including the America SCORES National Poetry SLAM!, the Couch to Camp Campaign, and more. Plus, hear the song Jake calls his favorite from his five years at DC SCORES. Listen here.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be the first to hear our latest content.Interested in keeping up with DC SCORES? We've got you covered:Facebook: facebook.com/DCSCORESTwitter: twitter.com/dcscores             twitter.com/dcscoresinternsBlog: dcscores.blogspot.comYouTube: youtube.com/DCSCORESInstagram: instagram.com/dc_scoresLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/879205?trk=tyah&trkInfo=tarId%3A1397756735556%2Ctas%3Adc%20scores%2Cidx%3A1-1-1

The second episode of the DC SCORES podcast. Listen here.

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On today's podcast we talk to special guest Zaryn Jennings, our intern from this past summer who is in town. Communications Manager Jake Lloyd chats with Zaryn about her incredibly successful soccer season for the Michigan Wolverines, and they look back at her times with DC SCORES. Listen here.

Join us for a special one hour live show with Amy Nakamoto - Executive Director - DC Scores. Amy, a native of Falls Church, Virginia began her tenure at DC SCORES in 2006. From 2003-2006, Amy coached the women's soccer team at Bryn Mawr College where she also assisted in the creation of a student-athlete leadership program, a community-outreach physical education course, and various other campus wellness initiatives. Since 2000, Amy has been involved with SportsChallenge Leadership and Education Alliance and Positive Coaching Alliance, where she has conducted numerous workshops, clinics, camps, and leadership facilitations. She currently serves on the board of directors of DC Alliance of Youth Advocates and SportsChallenge Leadership and Education Alliance. She has also coached soccer at youth club levels since 2000. Amy graduated from North Carolina State University in 1998 where she was a four-year member of the women's soccer team. In 1999, Amy spent a year at Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society as an Athletes in Service to America AmeriCorps member before receiving a master's degree in Exercise and Sport Science from UNC-Greensboro. In 2003, Amy received a second master's degree in Human Development in Education from the University of Pennsylvania.