Doug Collins Comments Inspire All
March 4, 2008
The Donor Reception featuring Doug Collins, TNT Sports Commentator and KSS Sports Advisory Board Member was held at the lovely Paradise Valley home of Sue Fletcher, KSS Advisory Board Member.

Kids Doug brought home the power of sports and fitness as he spoke about the positive impact of sports on his life, the lives of his children and grandchildren and on the lives of the many he has coached and mentored during his career. Attendees also head some amazing stories about Kids in the programs.

Click here to see pictures from the event.

January 12, 2008

Kids Race in Marathon

Over 500 Kids from KSS Programs Finish Race
January 12, 2008
KIDS SPORTS STARS from the Creighton School District ran in the kids race portion of the Phoenix Rock and Roll Marathon.

Early on January 12, 2008, over 500 kids from the Creighton School District competed with hundreds of other kids in the Kids Race as part of the Rock and Roll Marathon held in downtown Phoenix. Each year since 2004 several hundred kids, from the 3rd through 6th grades in the Creighton Schools, run in the race to celebrate the completion of the fall portion of their Kids Sports Stars marathon program called Kids Rock. Most of these kids During the program at the schools, 74% of the kids completed the 26 miles of walking and running prior to January 12!

Each school had a differenct colored T-shirt for their kids so that the schools stood out as kids ran with teachers and parents. Families and friends were there to cheer them on and to watch each finisher receive a medal for completion. Healthy snacks and booths about healthy eating and exercise were also part of the day. It was heartwarming to see the joy in the kids’ faces. Kids of every race and ethnic background competed together. This year handicapped and developmentally challenges kids participated in much larger numbers than ever before.

This year the Kids Race was held day prior to the main Rock and Roll Marathon race which is on Sunday. The Saturday kids race gave more focus on the kids and made attending and participating much easier. As always, the folks from Phoenix Childrens Hospital did a marvelous job of organizing the event.

These kids really ROCK!

Click here or on the picture to see a great gallery of pictures from the race.

Janury 17, 2007

LIN SUE COONEY

Inspires All With Her Commitment to Kids Sports Stars and With Her Personal Stories.

Lin Sue Cooney, Channel 12 KPNX News Anchor, addressed a gathering of Kids Sports Stars donors at Molina Jewelers to talk about the importance of motivating and educating kids to active healthy life styles. She also talked about her own personal experiences with an adopted son with disabilities. Click here to see more pictures of the event. (add a link to the zip file of pictures titled Molina Event 2007). Click here to see the Channel 12 News Coverage of the event.

December, 2006

KIDS SUCCESS STORIES

Donors hear amazing kids success stories.

Over 60 donors gathered for some holiday cheer and to hear from spokespersons from the KSS programs at the Creighton and Scottsdale Schools talk about the program impacts in their districts. Stories of the kids successes inspired all in attendance.

2005-6 RALLY FOR THE KIDS - FundRaising Event

April 2, 2006

FUNDRAISING EVENT

KIDS SPORTS STARS and Scottsdale 101 Auto Collection for a fabulous car show and event

Over 250 people attended the Rally for the Kids! on April 2, 2006, at Penske Museum. Over $90,000 was netted for KIDS SPORTS STARS! Attendees bid on live and silent auction items, enjoyed delicious food and drink, viewed amazing cars and met with Lyn St James Honorary Chair.

Prior to the RALLY, 21 ALL STARS from the Kids Sports Stars Programs were honored. These ALL STARS met rode in high end cars, and received awards for their outstanding performance in the KSS programs during the year.

Please click here for pictures of the event and click here for pictures of the KIDS SPORTS STARS All Stars

…A LITTLE WINE, JAZZ AND CARS
UNDER THE STARS!
Sunday April 2nd
Please join KIDS SPORTS STARS and Scottsdale 101 Auto Collection for a fabulous car show and event.

Kids Join us for a night to remember! AND help raise funds to support the KIDS SPORTS STARS programs which motivate and educate kids to active, healthy lifestyles through the power of sports and fitness. Hundreds of kids in need have begun regular exercise, lost weight, learned healthy eating habits and gained self confidence… all on their way to becoming SPORTS STARS.

Featuring:

Lyn St. James — Honorary Chair
- Seven time Indianapolis 500 Race Car Driver
- Held 31 International and National Closed Circuit Speed Records
- 1992 Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year (only woman to win)
- Selected by "Sports Illustrated for Women" as one of the Top-100 Women Athletes of the Century

An amazing collection of vintage race cars and racing memorabilia at the Penske Racing Museum
Exotic high end automobiles
Fun LandRover off-road driving experience (compliments of LandRover North Scottsdale)
Culinary delights by Michael’s Catering
Wine Tasting and Sounds of Jazz
Silent/Live Auctions… fabulous trips, incredible art, wonderful jewelry and more!
Raffle — $10,500 Diamond and Emerald Heart Necklace compliments of Molina Fine Jewelers

Date:

Sunday, April 2, 2006

Place/Time:

Rally/Car Show 1:00 – 4:00pm
ASU Sun Devil Stadium Parking Lot
Rural and Rio Salado in Tempe

Event/Dinner/Auctions 5:00 – 9:00pm
Penske Racing Museum
7125 E. Chauncey Ln.
Loop 101 & N. Scottsdale Rd

Cost:

Rally/Car Show Free to the public! $25 donation for car show participants. Car show participants will also attend/show their car at the evening Event at Penske. To register to include your car in this exciting event contact Terry Daniel at forza330@cox.net.

Event at Penske $125 per person ($65 from each ticket is tax deductible)

Raffle Tickets Are $25 each, 5 for $100.

Dress is casual.

For more information contact Linda Blakemore, Event Chair, at 480/205-9631 or e-mail linda@kidssportsstars.org.

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Doug Collins Comments Inspire All March 4, 2008 The Donor Reception featuring Doug Collins, TNT Sports Commentator and KSS Sports Advisory Board Member was held at the lovely Paradise Valley home of Sue Fletcher, KSS Advisory Board Member.

Over 500 Kids from KSS Programs Finish Race January 12, 2008 KIDS SPORTS STARS from the Creighton School District ran in the kids race portion of the Phoenix Rock and Roll Marathon.