STREETSQUASH

100% of the graduating Class of 2026 is officially committed to a college or university.

A celebratory dinner honoring these seniors on Tuesday night brought together families and staff for a profoundly moving evening. Caregivers spoke proudly of their children’s immense growth, staff reflected on the participants' years of relentless dedication, and StreetSquashers shared heartfelt thank-yous with the parents who supported them along the way. The night served as a beautiful tribute to years of hard work, sending these remarkable students off into their next chapters with the full backing of their community.

The program year might be over, but our students aren't slowing down! Squash practice continues as they prepare for the upcoming SEA Individual Nationals this weekend.

During Saturday's practice, the team at Spear Physical Therapy generously provided free assessments for our participants, which we paired with fitness and skill testing to ensure everyone is in peak condition.

A huge thank you to Spear Physical Therapy for their continued commitment to the health, wellness, and success of our StreetSquashers!

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Our 2025–2026 school year programming culminated on Friday as we gathered with our participants and their families for our end of year awards ceremony. We witnessed firsthand the incredible growth of these student-athletes, who poured their hearts into achieving excellence both in the classroom and on the court. It was a privilege to celebrate the hard work, effort, and heart they put in all year long.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, StreetSquash partnered with Harlem Educational Activities Fund (HEAF) and Boys & Girls Club of America for our second annual Wellness Field Day in Harlem. 💚

More than 100 young people, families, and community members joined us for a day of movement, mindfulness, and fun, with activities including squash, nutrition workshops, massages, face painting, and more.

At StreetSquash, supporting our students means supporting the whole person. Creating space for rest, connection, joy, and self-care is just as important as what happens in the classroom and on the court.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the day special!

History was made at the SL Green StreetSquash Center for the 14th Annual StreetSquash Junior Cup presented by Stonepeak last Saturday!

More than 100 junior players from across NYC came together to raise a record-breaking $170,000+ in support of StreetSquash programming.

Huge thank you to Stonepeak for their incredible partnership and commitment to investing in young people and their potential, making this an unforgettable day possible!

From fundraising to fierce competition on the courts, the energy all day was unmatched.

👏 Nicholas Armstrong Shakib raised over $32,000 in his first Junior Cup
👏 Dylan Ellant from Harlem Squash Club surpassed $11,000 raised
👏 StreetSquash participants collectively raised over $7,000

🏆: Morning Session Winners: Just Squash It & Apawamis Club
🏆: Afternoon Session Winners: Harlem Squash Club & Squash Rx

Thank you to all our event supporters: Spear Physical Therapy, HarrowSports, Raising Canes, and Harlem Shake

This year’s Junior Cup was powered by more than 650 supporters and volunteers. THANK YOU!

📸: Full Recap & Photo Gallery: https://streetsquash.org/fundraising-record-set-at-14th-annual-streetsquash-junior-cup-presented-by-stonepeak/

(Photos by Gonzalo Chavez, CrimMedia)

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