There are people who show up to work, and there are people who work to make a difference. The honor of knowing that the people on your team are making the world a better place is something we don't take for granted at DSAL. Coach Miguel Binion is one of those people ​- and the youth he works with and empowers are the living proof. At DSAL's Boxing Gym, Miguel brings that dedication to our ​Health and Fitness programming, working alongside youth to build physical strength,

Five months ago, Aiden showed up to his first soccer practice a little shy, not knowing many people, and unsure of what to expect. Today he's making friends easily, trying new skills without hesitation, and discovering something important about himself: the more he applies himself, the prouder he feels.

What started as a shared commitment to showing up has grown into something powerful: a partnership built on mutual accountability, encouragement, and the kind of friendship that makes hard work feel worthwhile. Together, they've discovered that the path to personal growth is better walked with someone beside you.

Ricky Marquez needed somewhere to go after school where he could try things, push himself, and not be judged for it. A friend encouraged him to join​ after enjoying the program and community it provided. Ricky showed up, ​tried it out, and now he's one of the most enthusiastic participants in the program, playing every sport, sharing ideas for recreational activities, complimenting teammates, and pulling others along with his energy.