Toronto, Canada – Friends of the North Most likely to call you ‘mate.’  Matthew grew up in the UK where he studied Sport Development and worked as a youth soccer coach. Coaching took him overseas working in multiple countries before settling in Canada where he…

Toronto, Canada – Friends of the North Most likely to cry at least once during any TV show. Least likely to say no to trying a new hobby. Most likely to turn a tough meeting into something hopeful. Jules has worked in the sport-for-development and nonprofit…

East Region – Philadelphia, PA Most likely to use a baseball analogy. A proud D.C. native, Amos now calls Philadelphia home. Since 2007 he has worked to increase access and equity in youth sports as a coach, Executive Director, and thought leader. He loves all…

WEST REGION – Los Angeles, CA Most likely to set the vibes, welcoming you with a smile while playing some top tier music choices in the background. Natalie also commonly known and referred to as “Coach Nat” is an active community advocate, connector, and youth…

NORTHEAST REGION – Boston, MA Most likely to pick things up and put them down. Ian lives and grew up in the Boston area. He’s a Dad, husband, Strength Coach, Youth Sports Coach, lifelong hooper, reader, and weightlifter. In addition to his CHJS work he…

MIDWEST REGION – Detroit, MI Most likely to crack a joke in the middle of the training. Jasmine is a Lead Consultant and Trainer with CHJS and also serves as the Managing Director of PeacePlayers Greater Detroit. She brings heart, humor, and healing-centered practices into…

EAST REGION – New Jersey Most likely to think ice cream is a good idea. Adeena has been working in a mix of businesses and nonprofits for 14 years across a theme of wellness and mental health. Adeena loves partnerships that are built on authentic…

MIDWEST REGION – CHICAGO, IL Most likely to check in with you about life. OR checking the status of his hometown Bulls & Bears. Ivan is a father to two beautiful girls, born & raised on Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood, As the youngest son of…

East Region – Alexandria, VA Most likely to be hanging with the kiddos. Prior to joining CHJS, Joe worked as a coach, mentor and facilitator in his various roles with PeacePlayers. Concurrently to his responsibilities as program manager, Joe Smith serves as the Project Director…

Northwest Region – San Francisco, CA Most likely to jump in the ocean – even if the water is cold. Erin has spent the past decade developing a relentless belief in the transformational power of a positive youth sports experience and learning from the many…