I am so excited to announce I've joined the Emerging Leaders Council for New Heights Inc. in NYC. It's a sports-based youth development organization that creates opportunities for youth to rise to their potential on the basketball court, in the classroom and in their communities. Basketball among many other sports have been a huge part of my life. I was on the Varsity basketball team at Manhasset High School since my freshman year, covered basketball at UCLA with my first broadcasting show, and continued to cover the sport throughout my broadcasting career. Now it's time to give back and give other youth an opportunity to learn and grow through an amazing sport and that's why I chose to join this organizaton.

This is my first big fundraiser with New Heights, so let's raise some money for a great cause. I have joined as a General Manager to help them raise the funds needed to provide New Heights' signature sports-based program College Bound. Any contribution counts and helps change lives.

New Heights' core program, College Bound, integrates education, athletics and leadership development to help student-athletes develop the skills necessary for success in high school, college and life. We appreciate your support and generosity!

Support a New Heights student-athlete today!

New Heights is excited to host our 13th Annual Team Challenge Shoot-a-thon on Saturday, June 6.

Team Challenge is one of the most important ways our community rallies behind New Heights student-athletes each year. Every student-athlete, coach, and GM will step to the free throw line and shoot 100 free throws in support of their team and the programs that help them grow on the court, in the classroom, and in life.

You can support a New Heights student-athlete, coach, or GM by making a pledge for every MADE free throw they make or by making a one-time gift. Pledges can range from 25 cents to $10 per made basket, and every contribution helps.

All proceeds support New Heights’ year-round youth-development programs, including College Bound, The Bridge, and our basketball season. Your support helps keep these programs accessible for families while providing student-athletes with academic support, mentoring, college and career guidance, basketball development, and a strong community of care.

Thank you for helping us rally behind our student-athletes and fund another incredible season.

If you would like to donate via check, ACH or through a Donor Advised Fund (DAF), please reach out to Kyle DeMerlis at kdemerlis@newheightsnyc.org or (267) 642-0531. Thanks for your generous support.

Check out the Team Challenge Leaderboard to see where your favorite player stands!