The University of Maine athletics and New Balance recently teamed up for a ‘Community Day’ event in Skowhegan, Central Maine. Coaches, athletes, and administrators from Maine along with New Balance staff came together at the Skowhegan Community Center to host around 300 kids in grades K-12 from the Central Maine area. The kids participated in interactive drills and activities led by the Maine sports programs throughout the day.
Kate Bartley, the charitable programs manager for New Balance and the New Balance Foundation, expressed excitement about the opportunity to introduce the kids to the university and its athletes, hoping to inspire them to potentially become UMaine Black Bears in the future.
Maine football defensive back Shakur Smalls shared his enthusiasm for the event, stating that despite the hot weather, they were all having fun interacting with the kids and showing passion for the community. The collaboration between New Balance and the University of Maine was a successful way to engage with the local community and promote active participation in sports and university programs.
Overall, the event was a positive experience for both the athletes and the kids involved, highlighting the importance of community engagement and providing opportunities for young individuals to see themselves as potential future university athletes.
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