STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Reunions — a way to reconnect with friends and create memories. Organizers of the 2023 Unity Games Reunion did just that.
Youngsters in action at the Unity Games Reunion. (Courtesy/Dr. Mark Sherman)Staten Island Advance
Youngsters engage in relay races. (Courtesy/Dr. Mark Sherman)Staten Island Advance
“It was great success in spite of the inclement weather,” said Dr. Mark Sherman, an orthopedic surgeon who co-founded the Unity Games with Jacob Carey, a surgical technician.
Youngsters engage in exercise routines. (Courtesy/Dr. Mark Sherman)Staten Island Advance
The colorful Unity Games symbol. (Courtesy/Dr. Mark Sherman)Staten Island Advance
And though the rain may have prevented an even greater turnout, those who participated arrived ready to party, he added.
From the left, Jacob Carey, co-founder of the Unity Games, John, a volunteer, and Dr. Mark Sherman, co-founder of the Unity Games. (Courtesy/Dr. Mark Sherman)Staten Island Advance
The Unity Games, a mega event each March, is an experience that’s more than just about basketball. It’s about promoting respect, elevating open-mindedness toward all ethnicities and religions, and about creating tolerance among young people through a shared experience.
Dr. Jacob Carey and volunteers at the Unity Games Reunion. (Courtesy/Dr. Mark Sherman)Staten Island Advance
The project is a mix of basketball games, workshops, clinics and game room time, as well as guest speakers. Workshops topics include internet safety, drug awareness, bullying and gang violence.
Lois Schwartz, center, and volunteers. (Courtesy/Dr. Mark Sherman)Staten Island Advance
THE REUNION
The day, free to participants, included games, snacks, lunch, drinks and Unity Games T-shirts designed by Lexi Harris, a Unity Games alum, that were distributed to youngsters.
Volunteers showcase the original Unity Games Reunion T-shirt designed by Lexi Harris, a Unity Games alum. (Courtesy/Dr. Mark Sherman)Staten Island Advance
And unlike the formal…
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