Tom Heines, Exec. Dir. and CJ Maynard, Geauga Program Dir. were guest speakers at our club meeting on Weds. They both explained their roles and the programs offered through Empower Sports. They started by sharing a video to introduce Empower Sports: https://youtu.be/4LnwTmI7af0?si=SpPf9TPLnpyktvh9
Empower Sports is a nonprofit that provides year-round sports programs for people with disabilities with an emphasis on helping participants develop social skills, self-esteem, and overall well-being. Programs include basketball, softball, flag football, soccer, and much more.
Tom Heines is a 2007 graduate of West Geauga High School and CJ Maynard is a 2016 graduate of Kenston High School. CJ is Empower Sports’ Geauga County program director, leading all county-based inclusive sports programs for people with disabilities.