Harlem Youth Soccer Association

Harlem Youth Soccer Association is a Harlem-based, non-profit youth development organization using soccer as a means of doing social development. The program serves youth in the Harlem/South Bronx community, focusing on boys and girls aged 5–12 and youth aged 13–19. According to Irvine Smalls Jr., member of the board of directors, "β€œThe real goal is to develop these kids holistically in a nontraditional sport.”[1]

The logo portraits as a shield featuring the lion's head which is widely understood as a symbol of strength, the lion also symbolizes other attributes such as courage, strength, honor, and leadership.

References

  1. ^ Williams, Timothy (March 19, 2008). "Small Harlem Youth Soccer League Attracts Some Big-Name Friends". The New York Times. Retrieved 19 March 2013.