PHILADELPHIA, December 28, 2023—City officials joined the coaches and families of nine Philadelphia champion youth football and cheer teams that secured national and state titles in 2023 to celebrate their successes.
The Blackhawks, Imhotep High School, Lawncrest Lions, and St. Joseph Prep football teams joined cheer squads Kensington Ravens and Uptown Warriors at the Philadelphia Convention Center to be recognized and receive a citation from Mayor Jim Kenney.
“I am so proud of these nine teams for bringing home championship titles this year,” said Mayor Jim Kenney. “Thank you for representing Philadelphia on a national level by displaying your athleticism, dedication, and skill. You bring pride to the entire city. Well done!”
“Congratulations to our champions!” said Managing Director Tumar Alexander. “I want to commend these incredible young people on their commitment to success and thank their coaches and families for their support and encouragement.”
ort and encouragement.”
“A huge congrats to these teams, coaches, and families on their accomplishments,” said Orlando Rendon, Commissioner of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. “Youth sports are critical in youth development, especially in communities impacted by violence. Thanks to Mayor Kenney and the Rebuild initiative–we continue to make historic investments in new athletic fields and facilities. Philadelphia is committed to making more champions.”
Championship Teams
Blackhawks 11U Football Team
Imhotep High School Football Team
Kensington Ravens Varsity Small Cheer Team
Lawncrest Lions 9U Football Team
Lawncrest Lions 10U Football Team
St. Joseph Preparatory School Football Team
Uptown Warriors Jr. Peewee Cheer Team
Uptown Warriors Peewee Cheer Team
Uptown Warriors Varsity Cheer Team
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation (PPR) advances the prosperity of the city and the progress of its people through stewardship of nearly 10,200 acres of public land and waterways and management of 500 recreation buildings, 166 miles of trail, and 250 playgrounds. PPR offers safe, enjoyable recreation, environmental, and cultural programs and events throughout Philadelphia’s parks and recreation system. PPR promotes the well-being and growth of the city’s residents by connecting them to the natural world, to each other, and to fun, physical, and social opportunities.
Visit us at www.phila.gov/parksandrec, and follow @philaparkandrec on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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