Coach Bahati knows firsthand what it means to grow up in a DSAL program. His journey began at just thirteen years old, when he first joined DSAL Boxing Academy as a young participant. Over the years, his connection to the program grew into a role as a boxing coach, and now, fourteen years after he first stepped through the gym doors, he has been promoted to DSAL’s Boxing Program Coordinator. Drawing on his experience as both a former participant and a coach, Bahati is ready

Our new Boxing Coach Oliver joins DSAL with a passion for boxing and a genuine enthusiasm for sharing the sport with others. For Oliver, one of the things that makes boxing so rewarding is that there's always something new to learn. Through his own training and competition experience, he's discovered that the benefits extend well beyond developing skills in the ring. Boxing has introduced him to new people, helped him build great friendships, and given him an appreciation fo

We're delighted to welcome Marissa Alvarez to the team​ as our new Recreation and Athletics Programs Manager! A former collegiate student-athlete, Marissa brings several years of experience in collegiate athletics, student mentorship, and coaching​ to DSAL. Passionate about the role sports and recreation play in youth development, she believes in helping young people build confidence, discipline, resilience, and a sense of belonging...

Nicholas joined the Futsal program about four months ago and quickly found his place on the courts. He comes ready to play, ​m​otivates his teammates, and has a natural ability to bring people together. His coach noticed those qualities in him early on. When the energy on the court starts to slow down, Nicho helps get it back up, motivating his teammates and rallying everyone to stay engaged. Along with his strong technical and physical abilities, his ability to get other pe