FLUSHING, NY --- (www.YORKATHLETICS.com) York College women's basketball gave back to the community Saturday afternoon by volunteering in a celebration of National Girls & Women In Sports Day with NYC Parks.

Held at the Al Oerter Recreation Center in Flushing, the event aimed to inspire and encourage young female athletes and to promote the importance of women's participation in sports. It also provided an opportunity for young athletes to interact with college players. 

"It was a great opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the achievements of women in sports," said head coach Kimani Jackson.

York helped facilitate basketball drills and also had the opportunity to meet and speak with Roneeka Hodges, a former 10-year professional basketball player and current assistant coach for the New York Liberty, a successful basketball player and coach.

Cardinal head coach Kimani Jackson,  assistant coaches Nicole Oudkerk and David Williams, along with student-athletes Alicia Gumbs, Ellma Hodzic, Madison Plaza and Kristina Sierra all took part in the volunteer efforts.

"Participating in the National Girls and Women in Sports Day event with NYC Parks was a truly unforgettable experience. Our team had the opportunity to bond over basketball drills and spend time with young women who aspire to be athletes, and it was an honor to be a part of inspiring and celebrating female athletes everywhere. Special thank you to senior, Ellma Hodzic for inviting her team to take part in such a special event!"- added coach Jackson.

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