DOWNINGTOWN, PA — A local ice rink became an unlikely hub of mentorship, gratitude, and holiday spirit this week as Sow Good Now hosted its fourth annual Jacobs & Jacobs Ice Hockey GiveBack, bringing together young athletes and underserved youth for an evening built around service and connection.
Held on Tuesday, December sixteen, the event partnered Sow Good Now with the Little Flyers hockey team and welcomed youth from Faith Tabernacle Church in Chester for a night that blended sports with leadership development. Participants shared the ice, formed personal connections, and used hockey as a vehicle to break down barriers and build community during the holiday season.
Organizers said the annual GiveBack has grown steadily in both size and impact since its launch, becoming a signature tradition for the nonprofit. The focus, they said, remains on exposing young people to positive role models while reinforcing the idea that athletics can be a powerful force for service beyond competition.
Adding to the night’s significance was a special appearance by Kevin Reilly, a former Philadelphia Eagle turned motivational speaker. Reilly addressed the group with a message centered on resilience, gratitude, and the responsibility to use one’s talents in service of others, themes that organizers say reflect the core mission of the GiveBack initiative.
The evening concluded off the ice with a shared meal, where players and youth discussed what they were thankful for and reflected on the importance of coming together during the holidays. For many of the young participants, it was their first opportunity to skate alongside organized athletes in a setting focused less on winning and more on purpose.
Sow Good Now officials said the Jacobs & Jacobs Ice Hockey GiveBack illustrates how community support and charitable donations translate into tangible experiences for youth who need them most. As the year draws to a close, the organization said it plans to continue expanding similar events that combine sports, mentorship, and service across the region.
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