Night Sports

Late Nights, Bright Futures.

JOIN US

📍 Where: KidSports, 2054 Amazon Parkway, Eugene  

📞 Contact: admin@oregonjusticenetwork.org | 541-395-4372  

🌐 Register: oregonjusticenetwork.org  

Ages Served: Youth & Young Adults (13–21)  

Schedule: Coming soon

Location: KidSports, 2054 Amazon Parkway, Eugene  

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Night Sports addresses the critical need for safe, prosocial spaces during late evening hours when youth are most vulnerable to negative influences. This dynamic initiative engages teens and emerging adults through sports and mentorship while connecting them to vital resources.  

KEY FEATURES

✅ Late Night Sports – High energy games under the lights!  

✅ Peer & Mentor Engagement – Positive role models and team bonding  

✅ Incentives & Support – Earn gift cards, gear, and career/education resources  

✅ Safe & Supervised – Welcoming environment for all skill levels  

PARTICIPANT EXPECTATIONS

  • Play basketball, volleyball, pickleball, kickball, futsal, badminton, and dodgeball in a supervised setting.
  • Build connections through peer interaction and trusted mentor relationships  
  • Access direct support including gift cards, sports apparel, and job/resource referrals  

WHY THIS MATTERS

  • 9 to 11 PM are peak hours for youth risk behaviors in our community  
  • Underserved youth lack access to free, structured late night programs  
  • Many youth need mentorship and support but lack trusted advisors 

OUR IMPACT

✅ Reduces youth violence/substance use  

✅ Improves physical + mental health  

✅ Strengthens community connections  

✅ Provides pathways to jobs/education

OUTCOMES

  • Reduced risky behaviors by providing a positive alternative  
  • Improved physical & mental health through sports and peer support  
  • Increased access to jobs & resources via direct referrals  
  • Stronger community bonds through mentorship and teamwork   

PROGRAM STAFFING

1-2 Paid Staff:  

  •   Program Coordinator (Leads operations, resource connections)  
  •   Sports Coach/Mentor (Organizes games, builds relationships)  

 1-4 Volunteers:  

      •  Activity Assistants (Setup, refereeing)  
      •  Outreach Mentors (Peer engagement)  

NO COST TO JOIN

  • Open to all youth ages 13–21

APPENDIX

Safety Protocols: Background vetting, first aid trained staff

Sample Schedule: 9:00-9:15 Checkin, 9:15-10:45 Sports rotations, 10:45-11:00 talking circle  

Impact Tracking: Participation metrics, success stories TBD

Night Sports addresses the critical need for safe, prosocial spaces, activities, and mentorship opportunities for youth and emerging adults, particularly those in underserved communities. Many adolescents lack access to structured, positive environments during late evening hours, a time when they are most vulnerable to negative influences such as crime, substance abuse, and violence.

Night Sports: Where every late night becomes an opportunity.