A tournament built on community connection
The Boston Police Department joined forces with the Boston Police Foundation to sponsor a youth basketball tournament in Connecticut, gathering six teams of local players for a weekend of competition and camaraderie.
Before the teams departed, a spirited send‑off took place at Town Field in Dorchester, where players, coaches and families came together to celebrate the upcoming journey.
Commissioner Cox and Paula McLaughlin, a member of the foundation’s board, addressed the crowd, underscoring the event’s purpose of strengthening ties between law‑enforcement officers and the neighborhoods they serve.
The tournament is part of a broader effort to promote youth empowerment, offering not only a chance to showcase athletic talent but also a platform for personal growth and positive police‑community interaction.