Partnering with other organizations is part of our recreation ministry at Cool Spring. I have found it to be a great advantage to work with others rather than try to reinvent the wheel and brand my own stuff. One of the partnerships we have is with the Washington Wizards of the NBA. And today, I, along with Steve Rowe (adult basketball director) and Michael Curley (Upward basketball director), had lunch with head coach "Flip" Saunders. We, along with others, were able to hear about the pre-season preparations, game day decisions, and outlook for the this season. Check out the Wizards at www.washingtonwizards.com for more insight.
We have been working with the Wizards over the past year to provide NBA basketball action for our men's adult league and Upward children's league. Through this partnership we have been able to develop deeper relationships/friendships with those playing in our adult league. Often we have people playing that are not connected to Cool Spring and this provides an avenue of getting to know them better on a personal level. They love basketball and we love getting to know them. For the Upward league, it provides a family outing event and excitement for a young player. From the lights, to the introductions, the court, and the big players, the kids get to see it up front and personal. It's a way for us to minister to them while generating dreams for some.
Looking for partnerships that help enhance your recreation ministry is important. Knowing what your mission is, and finding a good partner, will aid you going deeper with your ministry. Look around and see who can help you do that.
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