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It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of JaMikeal "Mike-Mike” Eison on
Tuesday, September 22, 2009 of natural causes. He was 17.
Mike –Mike was the MVP of Coach Greg’s 2006 Jr. Midgets and led the team to its
first undefeated regular season.
Our prayers are with his family and friends. He will be missed.
Funeral Services will be held on September 28 at 1pm. Visitation beginning at 11 a.m. on
at New St. John Baptist Church
AYFL National Championships
Dec,5-12 2009
Orlando, Florida
Atlantic Regional Champioships
Nov. 21 & 22 ,2009
Charlotte,NC
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The Beatties Ford Youth Academic and Athletic Association (BFYAAA) is a non-profit organization committed to helping the youth in our area overcome any obstacles they may encounter on the road to academic and athletic achievement. This goal is reached through our academic, athletic and mentorship programs. We currently serve over 300 youth ages 7-15.
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WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
ACADEMICS COME FIRST! All participants with a GPA of 2.0 or less are required to attend weekly tutoring for 1-2 hours. Students are assisted with homework, provided hands-on activities, test-taking strategies and more. |
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MENTORING: This program engages, educates and motivates the youth to acquire the knowledge and confidence to purse his/her dreams. Successful mentorship’s support education, day-to-day living and future career choices.
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| ATHLETICS: Our athletic program consists of full-contact football and cheerleading. In 2008, we had 9 Div-1 teams participate in the Pop Warner Little Panthers League, hosted the 3rdannual Queen City Classic, our PeeWees and Jr.Pee Wees Won the 2008 Optimist Bowl, Jr. Midgets (Winners) and Midget teams participated in the 2007 Optimist Bowl championship game. The regular season runs from the first weekend in September until mid-November and practice begins after a three-week camp in July. |
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Sponsorships or donations are needed to provide incentives for academic accomplishments, to strengthen our mentor program, to provide scholarships to low-income participants and to assist with purchasing and maintaining safety equipment.
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MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Beatties Ford Youth Academic and Athletic Association is to develop youth into productive contributing members of society through a combined emphasis on academics and athletics. The Beatties Ford Youth Academic and Athletic Association utilizes academic accomplishments, sports, and mentoring to help the youth involved in our organization reach their full potential.
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