Keeping Kids In School + In Shape + On Track for Graduation
SquashSmarts combines squash + athletic training + academic support + leadership + long-term mentorship to help students stay engaged in school, build healthy habits, and reach graduation with confidence.
2026 BLBB BestShotBall
Huzzah!! SquashSmarts and the Philly Lightning proved great partners create great victories!
Words of wisdom from Ben Franklin and the infectious beats of the West Powelton Drummers kicked off a spectacular USA250-themed evening at the Arlen Specter US Squash Center in front of a crowd of 357 that raised $503K for the SquashSmarts youth mentoring program while the Lightning defeated the New York Knights to secure a spot in the NSL Playoffs!
SquashRadio’s Bill Buckingham expertly emceed the charity competition that featured the unveiling of college placements for SquashSmarts graduating seniors; a ring ceremony honoring the 2025 defending NSL champion Lightning; and the BLBB BestShotBall Charity Champion Team Merion Cricket!
See more photos on our News page.
Words of wisdom from Ben Franklin and the infectious beats of the West Powelton Drummers kicked off a spectacular USA250-themed evening at the Arlen Specter US Squash Center in front of a crowd of 357 that raised $503K for the SquashSmarts youth mentoring program while the Lightning defeated the New York Knights to secure a spot in the NSL Playoffs!
SquashRadio’s Bill Buckingham expertly emceed the charity competition that featured the unveiling of college placements for SquashSmarts graduating seniors; a ring ceremony honoring the 2025 defending NSL champion Lightning; and the BLBB BestShotBall Charity Champion Team Merion Cricket!
See more photos on our News page.
Community Resources
Recent changes to SNAP benefits are creating challenges for many families in our community. We’ve gathered a list of local food pantries, meal programs, and other community resources that are here to help.
Recent changes to SNAP benefits are creating challenges for many families in our community. We’ve gathered a list of local food pantries, meal programs, and other community resources that are here to help.