GNTE has seen steady year-over-year growth in participation and retention, reaching all-time highs within the past year. More families are signing their children up and coming back, strengthening our resolve to continue providing for the Greater Newark community.
Long-Term Success and Wellness
Children who play tennis earn better grades, say they will attend college, are better behaved in school, volunteer in their communities and are more likely to engage in healthy behaviors. This is true for youth across all socioeconomic levels.
Mental Health
Regular physical activity and sports participation reduces anxiety and depression in youth, helping build habits that improve health and wellness into adulthood.
Community Building
Free youth sports programs at public facilities provide an entry point for all children regardless of background, as youth sports participation costs rise and widens the gap between low- and high-income households.
Women in Leadership
94% of women in C-Suite positions have played sports. Tennis helps instill values that can set children on the pathway toward a successful professional career.
Social-Emotional Development
Participation in youth sports fosters social-emotional skills, with athletes scoring higher than non-sports participants in areas such as teamwork, leadership and conflict management.
Whole Family Unit
Parent and adult engagement with children builds trust and reduces stress and anxiety. Families who play sports together forge relationships that outlast any single program.
