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Williams, Sandra. "Toronto basketball program keeps kids off street." //Exanimer.com//. N.p., Web. 18 Nov. 2009. . Keeping Kids off the Streets

“Participating in sports keeps teens busy so that they’re not as likely to get in trouble.”

“It also boosts their confidence and keeps them physically fit.”

“Learning to work as a team is another important skill that children learn through sports.”

“Learning to work as a team is another important skill that children learn through sports.”

“When teens bodies are in top form, their minds also work better, so school performance improves.”

“Since every teen isn’t into competitive sports, other physical activities like swimming, gymnastics, dance or theatre can be explored.”

“What also happens as a consequence to these new pursuits is that teens make positive new friends who encourage each other’s growth.”

“This basketball program in Toronto is an excellent example of how people can make a difference and offer kids other choices.”

“Particularly important is building a relationship between police and kids before it’s to late and the police become the enemy.”

“Reading keeps them busy, but it also enables teens to explore other cultures and ways of thinking without having to leave their homes.”

“80 young basketball players along with family members from the GTA gathered at the North York basketball court to hear how sports and education helps keep teens out of trouble.”

“This particular basketball tournament focuses on at risk neighborhoods in Toronto to help keep kids off the street and out of gangs.”

“Lousie Russo was paralyzed after a gangster shot her with a stray bullet in a restaurant and Mark Fonseca father was shot to death when he was only 19.” “They were both there along with Toronto police to tell their stories to prevent other victims of crime.” “Even if they only helped one young person, it would be worth it and it’s an admirable way to make a difference.”