A Philadelphia‑based initiative is reshaping the landscape of youth sports by introducing lacrosse and field hockey to girls who might otherwise never experience these games.
Founded by Jazmine A. Smith, the program blends athletic training with mentorship, aiming to turn scholarship dreams into reality.
A Growing Movement in Youth Sports
Programming now reaches beyond the city limits, with sessions in Atlantic City and Baltimore, offering the same rigorous coaching and academic support.
Since its inception, Eyekonz has already helped 112 girls earn college scholarships through lacrosse and field hockey, a testament to its impact on education and athletic development.
Smith stresses that each athlete must recognize her voice as valuable and her power to change the world, a philosophy that guides every practice and workshop.
The program’s expansion is driven by a clear goal: to increase the number of scholarship recipients and to provide sustained support that extends from the field to the classroom.