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WWCS Elementary Athletic Program
By Sarah Shurge a six game season with weekly prac-
The Elementary Athletic Program tices. 173 students participated in
was established in 2021 after recog- 2025. $95 per student.
nizing a significant gap in accessible The Winter 1 season (Nov-Dec)
recreational athletic opportunities has one program: Girls Basketball
for elementary students. This pro- (grades 4-5) has a five game season
gram was the vision of Scott Tocco, with weekly practices. 161 students
WWCS Assistant Superintendent of participated in 2025. $140 per stu-
Administrative Services. dent.
RCX Sports became a partner in The Winter 2 season (Jan-Feb)
2021 to offer NFL Flag Football, cre- has two programs:
ating an exclusive league within 1) Boys Basketball (grades 4-5)
Wayne-Westland Community Schools had a five game season with weekly
(WWCS). practices. 244 students participated
WWCS serves approximately in 2025. $140 per student.
9,500 students across five communi- 3) Co-ed Cheer (grades 4-5) has
ties of Wayne, Westland, Inkster, Ro- a five game season with weekly prac-
mulus, and Canton. Entirely tices. 216 students participated in
grant-funded, the program has serv- 2025. $95 per student.
iced 4,770 students since 2021. The Spring program (March-
“Thanks to generous contribu- April) has two programs:
tions from Hype Athletics in 2024 1) Co-ed Soccer (grades 2-3) has
and our Title Sponsor, Golling a five game season with weekly prac-
Chevrolet in 2025, along with essen- tices. Piloted in spring 2025 (300
tial grant funding we have been able students anticipated in 2026). $110
to sustain and grow this program,” per student.
said Maria Mitter, WWCS District 2) Co-ed T-Ball (grades K-1) has
Outreach and Strategic Projects. a five game season with weekly prac-
Golling Chevrolet sponsored tices. Pilot program starting spring
$100,000 for the League Title Part- 2026. (80 students anticipated in
ner sponsorship package. The 2026). $65 per student.
League Title Partner package in- Middle School pilot Spring 2026:
cluded: exclusive naming rights for Co-ed 7v7 NFL Flag Football (grades
the entire Elementary Athletic Pro- 6-8) has a six game season with
gram for two years, premier logo weekly practices. (90 students antic-
placement on all uniforms and pro- ipated in 2026). $115 per student.
motional materials, recognition sig- “Many of our students have never
nage at all elementary buildings, played an organized sport and may
featured recognition at every elemen- never have had the chance without
tary athletic event, and special recog- this program. This is why we con-
nition presented at Board of tinue to seek sponsorships from our
Education meetings. community partners who are com-
The leagues are more than games mitted to helping us strengthen and
– they are safe, inclusive spaces expand our Elementary Athletic Pro-
where students foster social and gram for years to come,” said Mitter.
emotional growth through teamwork, Available sponsorship packages
conflict resolution, and persever- range from $500 to $50,000. Each
ance, while discovering the joy of package includes different features.
physical activity. Sponsorship packages can be tai-
The coaching staff is made up of lored to meet your organization's
district staff and volunteers. Games unique goals.
occur on Saturday mornings and Your investment ensures that
over 1,500 students and their fami- every child – regardless of financial
lies have been in attendance every circumstance – can step onto the
Saturday. field or court, proudly represent
“Throughout each season, we col- their school, and experience the life-
lect feedback from families, and the long benefits of athletics.
impact is undeniable. One parent Students proudly represent their school and experience the lifelong benefits of ath- If you have questions regarding
shared that this program provides letics. sponsorship packages or you’re in-
the only time outside of recess when two programs: participated in 2025 (added league terested in making an impact, con-
their child gets to play with peers,” 1) Co-ed NFL Flag Football for grades 2-3 in 2025). $115 per tact Maria Mitter by phone at (734)
said Mitter. (grades 2-5) has a six game season student. 419-2046 (office) or email mit-
The Fall season (Sept-Oct) has with weekly practices. 250 students 2) Co-ed Cheer (grades 4-5) has term@wwcsd.net.
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