Short Form OMB No 1545-1150 Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax ~00 Form Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lun 990 EZ benefit trust or private foundation) ~ For organizations with gross receipts less than $100,000 and total a e ~s~ " ~ Department of the Treasury than $250,000 at the end of the year . Internal Revenue service " The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state report require ents A For the 2002 calendar year, or tax year beginning January , , 2002, and ending Dec,m er , B Check ii applicable Please C Name of organization D Employer identification number Address change use iRS Inc . 11 ; 2634148 label or Lakeview Youth Federation, Name change pent or Number and street (or P O box, if mail is not delivered to street address) Room/swte E Telephone number initial return type . ~ 516 ) 766-8634 Final return See P .O . Box 525 Specific Amended return ~~s~~. City or town, state or count and ZIP + 4 ry, F Enter 4-di git (GEN ) 111- 0525 0 Application pending tions. West Hempstead, 11552 ~ Section 501(c)(3) organizations and 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts must attach G Accounting method 'Cash 0 Accrual a completed Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ). Other (specify) 11- H Check " D if the organization I Web site : " N/A ~ I is not required to attach J Organization type (check only one 501(c) " (insert no) 0 4947(a)(1) or El 527 Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) . i~ K Check "0 if the organization's gross receipts are normally not more than $25,000 The organization need not file a return with the IRS; but if the organization received a Form 990 Package in the mail, it should file a return without financial data. Some states require a complete return . L Add lines 5b, 6b, and 7b, to line 9 to determine gross receipts ; if $100,000 or more, file Form 990 instead of Form 990-EZ. . " $ Revenue Expenses, and Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances See page 36 of the instructions . 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts received ...... , , , , . _ 1 1 $38,900 .00 2 Program service revenue including government fees and contracts ...... 2 -0- 3 Membership dues and assessments ...... 3 -0- 4 Investment income ...... ~ ...... 4 5a Gross amount from sale of assets other than inventory . . 5a ~ -0- b Less : cost or other basis and sales expenses . 5b -0- -0- c Gain or (loss) from sale of assets other than inventory (line 5a less line 5b) (attach schedule) 5c 6 Special events and activities (attach schedule) : a Gross revenue (not including $ of contributions -0- IM reported on line 1) ...... , , . . 6a b Less : direct expenses other than fundraising expenses . 6b c Net income or (toss) from special events and activities (line~ 6a less line 6b) ...... , 6c 7a Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances b Less: cost of goods sold ...... 7b -0- c Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory (line 7a less line 7b) ...... 7c 8 Other revenue (describe " ~ 8 i 9 Total revenue (add lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5c, 6c, 7c, and 8) . " g 38, 900 . 00 10 Grants and similar am nrtts IV ~a U W j 11 Benefits paid to or for e ...... 12 Salaries, other compe  t n, and employee be ~ . . . . c 13 Professional fees and r e is o e t contractors ...... 13 -0- x 14 Occupancy, rent, utihti s, nd main enance . cc ...... , . . . . . 14 11, 665 . 94 15 Printing,g, publications, osta in m . . . . 15 656 .45 FJ T 16 Other expenses (descr ~~~~9 ~ 16 15, 666 . 77 17 Total expenses (add lines 10 through 16) 18 Excess or (deficit) for the year (line 9 less line 17). . 60 19 Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (from end-of-year figure reported on prior year's return) . 20 Other changes in net assets or fund balances (attach ex 21 Net assets or fund balances at end of year (combine line Balance Sheets-If Total assets on line 25, column (B) (See page 39 of the instructions .) i 22 Cash, savings, and investments 23 Land and buildings . . . . 24 Other assets (describe 25 Total assets . . , . . . 26 Total liabilities (describe i 27 Net assets or fund balances (line 27 of column B) must a r For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions . Form 990-EZ (2002) Page Statement of Program Service Accomplishments (See page 39 of the instructions.) Expenses Youth Education Programs (Required for 501(c)(3) What is the organization's primary exempt purpose? and Services and (4) organizations Describe what was achieved in carrying out the organization's exempt purposes. In a clear and concise manner, and 4947(a)(1) trusts; describe the services provided, the number of persons benefited, or other relevant information for each program title. optional for others .) 2g__Friendshi~._Games_XI- .use_of_competitin,__education_and .the_~QnCegt__o£ ._ . . . .Unity . to . .foster__1~.el ~ex. .XelatiQns. .far__same._20flQ__youth__in_ .the--sp-irit--of--- Rev . Dr . Martin Luther Kin Grants $ 23, 350-00 28a $ 20 .77 2 .22 29 _.Derek_Adkins_Holiday.Classic-major ._S~ring__tra~~C__~ ._f~.-1,d_ .-vent~ .hanoring_ the triumph__of_ .the._Olympic__Spirit._and._fos~ering_,srhoJ.ar~shi.p__and__competit on . ~ Grants 14 , 825 . 00 29a $ 5,580 .50 30 ._Summer._conditioning .for .youth._and_.Educationa],. .semi.~~rs__and. .suppart__of__ . the anti-gang._propgram--"Don't . .Start__None ._~ .~y~ori_'t_,$e__NQne!_"__ d._t~eachin Lifelessons through positive mentorin and role Grants $ 5 .00 Spa $ 1,635 .44 31 Other program services (attach schedule) . . . . . P aYlnMrants $ ) 31a 32 Total arooram service add lines 28a throu 31 a) 1: M.Na List of Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees (List each one even if not compensated . See page 40 of the instructions .) (B) Title and average (C) Compensation (D) Contributions to (E) Expense and address hours per week (If not paid, employee benefit plans 8 account and FILL ~I~LUN~~e devoted to position enter -0- .) deferred compensation other allowances Charles Nanton Chairman -0- -0- -0- 1193 Ossipee Rd ., W . Hemp . NY 1155 A rox . 35 Hrs . Frederick __K .__Brewington ._____------____ Vice Chair -0- -0- -0------50 Clinton St ., Hem p . NY 11550 A rox . H Ronald_ .James____ .___ . . . .___ . . . ._____ . .__ ..______Board Member -0- -0- -0------48 Mount Joy, Free port NY 11520 A ro Other Information (Note the attachment requirement in General Instruction V, page 14.) Yes No 33 Did the organization engage in any activity not previously reported to the IRS? If "Yes," attach a detailed description o1 each activity 34 Were any changes made to the organizing or governing documents but not reported to the IRS? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the changes. 35 If the organization had income from business activities, such as those reported on lines 2, 6, and 7 (among others), but not , reported on Form 990-T, attach a statement explaining your reason for not reporting the income on Form 990-T. a Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more or 6033(e) notice, reporting, and proxy tax requirements? b If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year? . , ...... , , , , . . . , . . N/A 36 Was there a liquidation, dissolution, termination, or substantial contraction during the year? (If "Yes," attach a statement.) 37a Enter amount of political expenditures, direct or indirect, as described in the instructions . " 37a N FA// b Did the organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ...... 38a Did the organization borrow from, or make any loans to, any officer, director, trustee, or key employee or were any such loans made in a prior year and still unpaid at the start of the period covered by this return? . b If "Yes," attach the schedule specified in the line 38 instructions and enter the amount involved. 38b 39 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter: a Initiation fees and capital contributions included on line 9 39a b Gross receipts, included on line 9, for public use of club facilities . . . , . , , . 39b 40a 501(c)(3) organizations. Enter: Amount of tax imposed on the organization during the year under: section 4911 " ; section 4912 10-. ; section 4955 b 501(c)(3) and (4) organizations. Did the organization engage in any section 4958 excess benefit transaction during the year or did it become aware of an excess benefit transaction from a prior year? If "Yes," attach an explanation. . done c Amount of tax imposed on organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under 4912, 4955, and . 4958 " . one d Enter: Amount of tax on line 40c, above, reimbursed by the organization ...... ~ 41 List the states with which a copy of this return is filed . " New York ~ State 42 The books are in care of " _ .__Charl. .. . ._ . ._.e.s. . . ._ . . . .Nanton. . . .ton ------Telephone no. " X5_1 6__1 766-8634_____ Located at " _ 1193. . _ _ . _ Ossipee. . . Road,. . __West__Hempstead_,__New_ York____ .__ .___ ._ . ZIP+4 . 1_1552-0525___ .______43 Section 4947(a)nii; ex mpt charitable tru is filing Form 990-EZ in lieu of Form 1041-Check here " ~ and enter the am, t o tax-exempt intere received or accrued during the tax year . . " 43 Under penal s of p fury, I decll~rere that 1 ha examined thisEturn, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, i is true, .orpct, aryl complete eclglatio "" er) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge. Please 12/31/0 Sign ' Signal e of icer Date Here arles Nantin-- Chairman ' Type or print name and title Date I Check if ^ I preparer's SSN or PTIN (See Gen Inst V~ Paid Preparer's' self- signature i Preparer's GUI Firm's name (or yours' EIN 110. Use Only if self-employed, Phone no " l Printed on recycled paper Form 9W-EZ (2002) Lakeview Youth Federation P.O. Box 525 West Hempstead, NY 11552

LAKEVIEW YOUTH FEDERATION, INC.

Advisory Board Dr. Ken Leistner, Chairman The Honorable Carnell T. Foskey Curtis E. Fisher

Board of Directors Charles Nanton, Chairman 1193 Ossipee Road West Hempstead, NY 11552

Frederick K. Brewington, Vice Chairman 275 Moore Avenue Freeport, NY 11520

James Jackson, Secretary 85 Caymans Road Massepequa, NY 11758

Zenora Ali, Treasurer 360 Coventry Road North West Hempstead, NY 11552 Stacy Eason, Business Manager 137-24 83rd Avenue Kew Gardens, NY 11435

Ronald James, Sergeant-At-Arms 48 Mount Joy Avenue Freeport, NY 11520

Colbert Britt, Director of Athletics 1035 Tyler Road West Hempstead, NY 11552

Earl Adkins, Director of Programs 909 Derrick Adkins Lane West Hempstead, NY 11552

Derrick Adkins, Youth Advisor 909 Derrick Adkins Lane West Hempstead, NY 11552

Hazel Brandon Palmore, Educational Consultant 21 Summer Lane Amityville, NY 11701

Michael DeJoseph, Athletic Consultant 95 Grove Street Lynbrook, NY 11563

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Today, we take the time to reflect on the meaning and purpose of the . This event has taken on magnificent dimensions in that it has grown to include all aspects of our diverse communities in a most positive way.

The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is one of unity, perseverance, tolerance, self-determination, brotherly love, humility, justice and non- violence . It is the hope of the organizers of these Friendship Games that the young people who participate=-and everyone who supports-them=- will keep the posiHveness of Dr. King's life to follow as a role model .

We welcome everyone involved with the Friendship Games and we look forward to future participation! -In-Memory ofAllen Dawson

The 2002 Friendship Games, "Hands Across Long Island" is dedicated to the memory of Allen Dawson who died on December 8, 2001 .

AI Dawson coached football, and at Manhasset in a remarkable career that spanned more than 50 years . He also coached track and field at the C,.W. Post Campus of Long Island University during the 1970's, turning a relatively small school into a major track and field power, and producing a string of All-American .

Everyone Al worked with had the highest praise for him. Pro football legend, Jim Brown, a Manhasset High School graduate was coached by Al in the early 1950's in both football and track and field praised A1 when he heard about his death:saying _`_`he's an unbelievable.humar-.being;just a beautifuLman.=_I remember him as always having one of the greatest attitudes you would even want to see in a person. He never coached in the negative. He was an integral part of Manhasset when I was there. He was Mr. Manhasset. He was always a part of the community ."

Al, along with the other Manhasset coaches "worked hard to turn around the lives of kids in the Valley. They crossed all racial barrier and genders ." As for Dawson, he added, "that's his legacy, dealing with people on an equal level and putting his humanity on the line ."

Al represented everything that the Lakeview Youth Federation has been striving for, Brotherhood, Peace, Love, and Friendship. ~~o~s~~~~~e~sos aMeom4M*4M*4M*

O_.., Lakeview__Youth_ Federation,. Inca:

BOARDFOF~DIRECTORS :3~` Charles Nanton, Chairperson Frederick K Brewington;-Vce Chairperson - James Jackson,-Secretary---- Earl Adkins-Director-of Athletics~~-- - Zenora Ali, Treasurer - Stacey Eason, Business Managers_ 1 Colbert Britt, Assistant Director of Athletics Ron James, Sergeant of Arms _ Norris Francis, Historian i ' Michael DeJoseph, Youth Advisor Tamika Higgens-Francis, Youth Advisor Derrick Adkins - Youth Advisor Richard Brown - Youth Advisor Jeff Reiffe - Youth Advisor - - - EXECUTIVE A DVISORY BOARD Curtis Fisher - Chairman e Judge Camell T. Foskey i Dr. Ken Leistner

HONORARY MEMBERS ' ~ Ray-Johnsorr=- Alonzo Martin ;=Posthumously Darrol Lopez- Donald Ross Henry Dantzler Robert VVilkins, Posthumous ' Alvin Canty, Posthumous AI Gaynor, Posthumous t Jacob King t CONSULTANTS

" Patricia Francis Norris Francis Cleveland Michael Francis Winfie Id, III ' George Dreher Otho Van Exel Carol Adkins Q Dianne Adkins Naomi Weinstein Hazel-Palmore Veronica Pearsall ' Gerald Wright, Esq. Derrick Adkins Margaretta Smith Janet Coles James Paul Brown Toni Reiffe

~~~* 4M s~* ~~~~ Malverne Public Schools Lakeview Youth Federation Malverne High School P. O. Box 525 Malveme, NY 11565 West Hempstead, NY 11552

THE FRIENDSHIP GAMES January, 2002

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Dear Student Athletes, Coaches, Parents and Friends,

The Lakeview Youth Federation, in a long standing tradition with Malverne Public Schools and our many sponsors, is extremely proud to once again provide an opportunity for our young people to participate in this extremely worthwhile sports event We thank all sponsors who support this important endeavor and appreciate your commihnent and dedication to the youth of Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

The Eleventh Annual Friendship Games - 2002 -Hands, Across -Long Island endures because of the overwhelming support of sponsors and well wishers. This year's games will allow for many more students to actively participate and promote friendship. Our student athletes representing the diversity of Long Island enter the games in healthy competition, but will leave with a deeper understanding of how challenges in track and field is no different than the challenges in life.

We once again join hands in support of our youth. The benefits of the Friendship Games are long lasting and will continue to guide our students long after the games are over. Your cooperation and assistance makes the games an extremely valuable experience.

Chairman, LYF

of the Malverne Schools

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January 9, 2002

The Operations Committee Lakevieve Youth Federation West Hempstead; New York 11552

Dear Friends,

I am plowed to congratulate the members and coaches of the Lakeview Youth Fe&-ration for their tremendous consistency year after year to provide an invaluable and safe haven for the youth of our community.

They ere to be commanded for their nnvavering commitment to the yvuthL through the operation of sports, namely the Annual Friendship Games, uientaring, educational and youth advocacy programs.

I am honored to support efforts of the Lekeview Youth Federaiicn and Friendship Gamma. Please be assured that I shall continue to play an active part 4o improve the stature and cem8radcric that exists bcewcca the youth of today's society.

I wish the Lakeview Youth Federation all the best in this and in all their future endeavors. - I am sure tbey will continue to positively impact our fliture generation and exert its influences for many years to come.

Sincerely,

Earlene Hooper Member of the Assembly

FHlpw THOMAS R SUOZZI COUNTY EXECUTIVE

OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE ONE WEST STREET MINEOLA, N .Y. 1 1501-4895 516-571=3131

January 21, 2002

Dear Friends :

I am proud to lend my support to the Lakeview Youth Federation and the Malverne Public Schools as they host the Finals and Closing Ceremonies of the Eleventh Annual Friendship Games.

This year's games-will showcase the best of Long Island's track and field student- athletes, brought together in "friendship, harmony and goodwill." The theme of the 2002 ' games - "Hands Across Long Island" - is an especially meaningful reminder of our renewed community spirit and dedication to serving those in need.

I would like to thank all of you who work to make this great event happen. Your countless hours of dedication and caring have had a positive impact on the lives of many Long Island children. You each serve as a role model for others through your unselfish acts. Our community is grateful to you.

Thank you for all you do.

Yours truly,

I 4r_~ ~Ar Thomas R. Suozzi County Executive TY

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January 10, 2002 ~-

Mr. Charles Nanton Lakeview Youth Federation, Inc. Post Office Box 525 West Hempstead, NY 11552

Dear Charles,

I am honored, to attend and share in the finals and closing ceremonies of the Eleventh Annual Friendship Games on Monday January 21, 2002.

I wish to extend my sincerest congratulations to all the student athletes and families as you participate in the Eleventh Annual Friendship Games "2001 Hands Across Long Island":

The work of the Lakeview Youth Federation, its Board of Directors and the many volunteers embodies the philosophy, principles and the teachings of the late Reverend Or. Martin Luther_ King; Jr. -

I am inspired and extremely proud to see so many young talented Athletes on Long Island participate in these games of friendship, harmony and goodwill.

Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Lakeview Youth Federation as you celebrate the victories and host the Tenth Annual Friendship Games to commemorate the ideals of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Sincerely,

Roger H. Corbin Deputy Presiding Officer Legislative District 2 V1' 1V " ~.v~1, vr .~v ~ .ua

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GUR715 E FISHER RICHARD V . GUARDINQ, JR CT1ntAt1891ONER SUPERVISOR

January-15, 2002

Mr. Charies-Nanton; Cha+rman- Ledkeview Youth .FederatiotL-. P,4, Box 325_ _ West Hempstead, NY 11552

Dear Mr. Nantan:

I congratulate members of the "Lakeview Youth Federation" and you on your eleventh anniversary. Your commitment and dedication to the youths of Lskeview_ and Nassau_Coun_ty is commendable.,

The Annual Friendship Games of which you sponsor and initiate, serves as one of the greatest sports event in the Town of Hempstead and County of Nassau. Virtually, hundreds of young men and women celebrate their talents by competing in various events and numerous activities. Certainly, this major sports activity~is~a direct resultof-your efforts and-that of your organization.

As Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development, I am mast i plcascd to offcr a small sponsorship for a major happening.

Sincerelyr-

Curtis E. Fisher Commissioner t cFft Dr. Ken E. I.eistner 54 Fletcher Avenue Valley Stream, N.Y. 11580 Phone 516-872-4874 Fax 516-872-3077 e-mail [email protected] . TO ALL OF OUR PARTICIPANTS, PARENTS, AND SUPPORTERS

It is hard to believe that this edition of The Friendship Games is the tenth consecutive year that this event has been presented by The Lakeview Youth Federation. For those of us at LYF and the Malveme Public School District, it seems like yesterday that the dream of Mr . Calbert Britt was just that, a dream . Through the hard work of our many volunteers, the financial support . of our numerous- sponsors, the organizational ability of Mr. Britt and Mr. Ron James, tie untiring efforts of Mr. Charles Nanton, and the participation and enthusiasm of the many athletes and coaches who have graced this meet, The Friendship Games is now recognized as one of the very best high school athletic contests in the entire country. We welcome all of our coaches and athletes who will receive the opportunity to demonstrate their talents. We welcome the parents who have continually sacrificed in order to allow their children to compete to the best of their abilities. We welcome and thank all of you who are here to compete, observe, cheer, and appreciate the hard work that is necessary to make this a yearly success, and we thank you for your ongoing support for The Friendship Games and the work done throughout the year by The Lakeview Youth Federation. All of us involved with LYF and the Malverne Public Schools wish all of you a joyous and blessed holiday season, a successful competition; and the opportunity to reflect upon the work of the. late Dr. King and others who have stood for human dignity.

Dr. Ken E. Leistner for The Lakeview Youth Federation 5 Green Acres Road Valley Stream. NY H581-1008

Valley Strum Tel 935-9914 (Outside Metropolitan NY Area . Call . !400-55-GREEN)

January 14, 2002 -

Mr. Charles Nanton Lakeview Youth Federation P.O. Box 525 West Hempstead NY 11552

Dear Mr. Nanton and Friendship Games Committee:

It is once again an honor for us to be a sponsor of the Eleventh Annual Friendship Games. It is important for the young people of our communities to be involved in an event that builds their confidence and self-esteem.

GreenPoint Bank is extremely proud to be involved with such a fine group of people who truly care about the development of our future leaders.

GreenPoint Bank wishes organizers and all participants "Good Luck"!

Sincerely,

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This year we are proud to present the Friend 'Games Service :Award .to: _ _

Allen Dawson

' Past Recipients 1994 - Bernie O'Brien 1995 - Bob Beer '- Bruce-McDonald, - Hank-Cooney~~ Warren King Tony Sparandara Walt Brem Joseph Bessel ' 1996 - Tom Leavy 1997 Bob Baratta Harry E . Schneider Allen Dawson Richard Ferziger Ken Hendler 1998 - Norman Tate Joe Krupmski Michael Pelliccia Len Florio 1999 - Charles Gilreath Otho-Van Excel- Gary Maercker - Paul Limmer 2000 - Susan Polansky Gerry Hughes 2001 fob Busch Paul W. Schaefer Dennis Kornfield

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Shot Put Open, Frosh/Soph- Final - H~,gh Ju~p'- Open= Fiml~ 1(}OOM-Run a OpeniFroshISoph,=Novice =~ _ _ Fina1~= 55M HH Upen - - - - Semi &-Final- SSM Dash .--, Qpen,-FroshlSoph; Novice=:-- Trials~& Semi- 600M Run Open, FroshlS"h, Novice _ _ Final 55M-Dash"' Open, FmshISoph, Novice Final We Run Open, Froshf3oph, Novice Final 300M Dash - Open, FroshISoph, Novice Frost 4 X S Lap Reky Open (Two Teams Mm) Final 4 X 2.5 Lap Relay Open (Two Teams Max.) Final

CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS _ (Bobs & Girls) =

High Jump/Shot Put Boys/Girls Final- 1 :40 P.M. 320013U04M Rya Boys/Girls Final 1 :27 P.M.=__ SSM HH-= Boys/Girls- Semi - 1 :37 P.M. 100UM Run Boys/Girls Final 1 :50 P.M. SSM HH Girls/Boys Final 1 :55 P.M. SSM Dash BoysIGirb semi 2 :05 P.M. 600M Run Boys/Girls Final . 2:15 P.M. SSM Dash Boys/Girls Final 2:20 P.M. Mile Run Boys/Girls Final 2:3SP.NL~- 300M Dash_ BOys(_Gitls- Final-. 2:45 P.M..__ 4 X 5 Lap Relay Boys/Girls Final 2:55 P.M. 4 X 2.5 Lap Relay Boys/Girls Final

3:10 P.M. GIRLS : Open, Frash,ISoph, Novice Event

Shot Put We% F_r4sb-/Sgph Final High Jump Open Final 1D0OM Run Open, FmshISoph, Novice Final SSM HH Open Semi 8t Final SSM Dash Open, Frosb/Soph, Novice Trams 8t semi 600M Run Open, Frosh/Soph, Novice Final S5ivi Dash _ Open, FroshiSopfi, Novice Final Mile Run Open, Frosh/Soph, Novice Final 300M Dash Open, Frosh/Soph, Novice Final 4 x 5 Lap Relay Open (Two Tears Max.) Final 4 X 2.5 Lap Relay Open (Two Teams Max.) Final Friendship Games°~Girls-- Meet Records

Event Performance_, Name _ , School ~ . Date 55M _ 7.0 Terry Vann ' South Side HS 93-94 55 HH 8.3 Malicia MeClenny West Hemp. HS 92-93 Fara Kitton ._ . `JFK Bellmore~. . 00-01 300 Yd 38.6 Nerline Maurrsseau St. John= Baptist 91-92 300 M 42.4 Chelsea Hammond- . Elmont HS 98-99 600 Yd 1:33.0 Nicolette Roper Freeport HS"', 91-92 600 M 1:41.5 Erin Raggio St. Anthony--s , 98-99 1000 M 3:04.1 Danielle Jelley Clarke HS 98-99 Danielle Jelley Clarke HS 99-00 Mile . 5:15.6 Liz Cotter VSC . 91-92

2 Mile- ~ 11 :43.5 Debbie Brown VSC-~ ~ ~ : ,92-93. . 3000-M-' 10:28.5=- Danielle-Wallace- , , Herricks=HS=" "- - 95--:-96i~- 422.5 Lap Dixon, Dudley, Relay 4:12.2 , ; Crawford, Peters Lawrence H§~. 97-98=: - 4z5 Lap Freyre, Higgins, Relay 9:46.5 Clarke, Devlin wanr.agh HS . 92-93 , .- Shot Put 42'08.0", Marianne Berndt Port Wash. HS . ; '96-97 High Jump 5'6.5", Shauna Blyfield Manhasset HS 98-99,,~

Prepared By Bob Beer - December 11, 2001 Event #3 Jane Addams Girls Shot Put

Jane Addams was an American social worker who founded Hull House for the disadvantaged, in Chicago in the early 1900's. She won the Nobel Peace-Prize- in, 1931 for_her.work _ as president of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom.

Presented by: Debbie DePass

_ NAME _ _ SCHOOL POINTS

1 . Zara Northover Sewanhaka/New Hyde Park HS 30 2 . Laura Catterson Clarke HS 22 3 Felicia Yearwood Freeport HS 20 4. Danielle Goldberger Oceanside HS 5 5. Jenna Hearst Hewlett HS 4 .6. Candace Mitto Westbury HS 4 7. Gabrielle Hudson Freeport HS 3 8. Michelle Bradley St. Anthony's HS 2 9. Marian Lagman Sacred Heart Academy 2 la. Tomi Joshua - Hempstead HS 1

Event #4 Dag I3ammarskjold Boys Shot Put

Dag Hammarskjold was awarded the Nobel Prize posthumously in 1961 for his efforts to bring peace to the Belgian Congo, which is today known as Zaire.

Presented by: Andre:Hawkins and John Donovan

NAME SCHOOL POINTS

1 . Christos Dimos Massapequa HS 28 2 . Rich Eisman Mephan HS 24 3 . Eric Tarr Valley Stream South HS 18 4 . Leo Sullivan JFK Bellmore HS 8 5 . James Faello Manhasset HS 6 6. Will Peters Mepham HS 4 7. Bryan Brown Uniondale HS 2 8. Jonathan Nieves Wantagh HS 1 9. John Albrecht Mepham HS _ 1 10 . Joe Migliano Oceanside HS 1 Event #7 Judah Maccabee Girls 1000 M Run

Judah Maccabee fought for religious freedom for all people

Presented by: Monique Harvey

NAME - - SCHOOL POINTS

1 . Kerri Drennan-r Clarke-HS 16 2. Kerryann Branker Island Trees HS 16 3. Katherine~Murnane- Oceanside_HS- - 16 4. Kaitlin Clark St. Anthony's HS _ 10 5. Jillian Lloyd South Side HS 10 6. Mallory Flynn East Meadow HS 8 7. Kristin Riveiro Valley Stream South HS 7 8. Laura Fitzpatrick East Meadow HS 6 9. Tara Marandino Massapequa HS- - 2 10. Lauren Gilbride St. Anthony's HS 1 11 . Jen Spota Sewanhaka/New Hyde Park HS . 1

Event #8 Roberto Clemente Boys 1000 M Run

Roberto Clemente was a Latin-American Major League star. He was recognized for his talent and highly respected by his people for his achievements. After a natural catastrophe, he was trying to help his people-by bringing them donated necessities from the U.S. But the- airplane crashed, killing him.

NAME' SCHOOL POINTS

1 . Nick Kroll Valley Stream South HS 30 2. David Walsh Oceanside HS 18 3. Sean McIntyre Calhoun HS 16 4. Conor Lanz Valley Stream Central HS 16 5 . Dennis Moriarty South Side HS 5 6. Mike Marino Garden City HS 4 7. Pat Bwford JFK Bellmore HS 2 8. Dustin Emrani Great Neck North HS 1 9. Jared Jacobson Mepham HS 1 10. Gabriel McLaren Freeport HS 1 r

Event #11 Sister Mary Elizabeth Girls 600 M Run

Sister Mary Elizabeth, a Roman Catholic nun, is being cited for running a housing program for the homeless in Salisbury, Maryland.

Presented by: Valerie Flagg (1981)

NAME ~ SCHOOL- POINTS

1 . Caitlin Paul Sacred Heart Academy 20 2. Marjan Safary-Goudarzy - Valley Stream South HS 18 3 . Kerryann Branker Island Trees HS 16 4. Amanda Miller Hewlett HS 10 5. Cherisse Thompson Elmont HS 8 6. Jane Detwiler _ Oceanside HS - 8 7. Shelly Ann Lingo Hempstead HS 7 8. Christina Gonzalez Valley Stream Central HS 4 9. Jackie Ramirez East Meadow HS 2

_ Event #12 Derrick Adkins_ Boys 600 M Run

1996 Olympic Gold Medalist Derrick Adkins not only excelled in the 110 and 400 meter hurdles outdoors, but was also an indoor champion in the 55 meter hurdles and the 600 meter run in which he still holds the Long Island Record of 1 :20.45 set in 1988. We would like to thank him for his many contributions to the Friendship Games and the community.

NAME- SCHOOL PO1NTK

1 . John Noms Oceanside HS 28 2. Nick Kroll Valley Stream South HS 24 3. Tom Provenzano Massapequa HS 10 4. Andrew DeGiorgio Mepham HS 10 5. John Van Name Mepham HS 8 6. William Buith Valley Stream North HS 4 7. George Sawyer Westbury HS 4 8. Conor Lanz Valley Stream Central HS 2 9 . Brian Chaback Oceanside HS 2 10. Sean Prinz _ Wantagh HS _ 1 11 . Dennis Moriarty South Side HS 1 12. Truman Lam Manhasset HS 1 r , Event #15 Judge Carnell T. Foskey Giris Mile Run Dr. Ken Leistaer, Dorothy Goosby

Presented by: Suzie Hayes~ -

NAME= - - SCHOOL=-- POINTS

1 . Katie-O'Connor- _ Iviepham HS _ _ 20 - 2 . Kerri Drennan=;- - Clarke.HS - 17 3 . Jean Coleman -Wantagh HS_ 10 4. Katherine Murnane Oceanside HS 10 5 . Stephanie Hack East Meandow HS 10 6. Liz Eymold ' Caret' HS 7. Jodie Schoppmann Island Trees HS 6 8. Mallory Flynn East Meadow HS 6 9. Nicole Eastzer - Valley Stream South HS 5 10. Keri Koegel Calhoun HS 1

Event #16 = Green Point Bank-- Boys Mile Run -

Presented by: Poonam Guleria, Branch Manager

NAME SCHOOL POINTS

1 . Conor Lanz Valley Stream Central HS 20 2. Don Siddons Calhoun HS 18 3 . William Buith Valley Stream North HS 12 4 . Ross Williams- Oyster Bay HS 10 5 . Steven Kubler Sewanhaka HS 8 6. Pat Burford JFK Bellmore HS 8 7. John Perry Freeport HS 6 8. Sean Prinz Wantagh HS 4 9. Terrence Kennedy South Side HS 4 10. Matt Brumberg Great Neck North HS 1 11 . Eddie Byrnes Great Neck North HS 1 12. Jimmy Butcher Garden City HS 1 r Event #19 Grey-Global Group Girls 4 X 5 Lap Relay

Presented by: Robert Berenson - CEO

SCHOOL POINTS

. l .East Meadow HS.- A _ 72 _ . 2. Sacred Heart Academy - A -- - 20 3 . South Side HS - A 18 - 4. Valley Stream South HS - A 16 5 . East Meadow HS - A 7 6. Sewanhaka/New Hyde Park HS - A 6 7. . Massapequa HS - A 2 8. Mepham HS - A 1 9. Oceanside HS - A 1

Event #20 - A1 Canty, Alonza Martin - Boys 4 X 5 Lap Relay-- Al Gaynor, Robert Wilkins

These four gernlement were the "Founding Fathers" of the Lakeview Youth Feeration, which is a co-sponsor of these Friedship Games. They have worked tirelessly promoting positive events for young people, and so this relay is named in their honor.

Presented by: Alison Thomas, Lynne Hayes, Samatha Lowe, Adrianne Bullard

SCHOOL POINTS

1 . Oceanside HS - A 30 2. Calhoun HS - A 20 3 . Mepham HS - A 18 4. Massapequa HS - A 12 5 . Freeport HS - A 6 6. Lynbrook HS - A 5 7. Hewlett HS - A 1 8. Oceanside HS - B 1 - I 9- -- M:Az'~ -V-ER --- N- --E-

FRIE~NDSHIP

GAMES X-1

SPECIA-L A WARDS Louis Tolle Most Outstanding _Field_ Event -- Male:

According to his son, Dr. James Tolle, former Superintendent. of Malverne~Public Schools, Louis Tolle's whole life reflected .love and goodwill toward humankind, -beginning with his two sons. By profession, Dr. Tolle was a math professor at St. John's University. As a father, he always found time for his family and he was active with his sons in the Boy Scouts and Little League. In taking his family to church, he served as a trustee at St. Mark's Roman Catholic Church in Shoreham . His compassion for people led him to participate in the American Cancer Socity, making bandages for the sick.

As a senior citizen, he was active with his area Senior Citizen committee. In 1989, Newsday cited Dr. Tolle for 50 years of volunteerism at the Little Flower Adoption Agency in Wading River. He served there on the Board of Education, andSas a tutor, he established numerous positive relationships with the children who paid homage to him, attending his funeral, upon his death. Marty Goldberg Award Most-Improved Male

Marry Goldberg was a Nassau County official for twenty years. In that time; he served as President-of the Nassau County Track and Field _ Officials Association-twice. . Marty_-also served two terms as President of the - - New-York-State Track and Field Officials Association.

This award is presented in honor of Marty because of his love and devotion to Track and Field._ Marty's dedication and caring for athletes, coaches, and fellow officials brought a real sense of class to the sport. At the present time, Marty is the Assistant Admissions Director at Allegheny College in Pennsylvania.-- Richard F. Ferziger Sportsmanship Memorial_ Award- Male:

Dick Ferziger was a teacher, not only by profession, but by instinct: -All who-knew him learned from him: He was a coach; teaching young .athletes mechanics, and more importantly, sportsmanship and teamwork. Dick served as a dedicated official for over twenty years giving his time, sharing his love and enthusiasm for the sport, and exemplifying the finest qualities of sportsmanship and fairness.

The Richard-F . Ferziger Sportsmanship Award is presented annually to a male and. female athlete for conduct becoming a sportsman-and involving fair, honest rivalry; courteous relations, and grateful acceptance of the results of competition.

The award. is given in memory of Dick Ferzier. Morris Leon Brandon Friendship Games Memorial Award _ Males -

Morris Brandon-is being remembered as a person who espoused love-and friendship.-- His benevolent personality always led- him to extend himself to people. Even as a teenager, he coached _ Little League teams in the Lakeview community and worked in community programs and parks. He ran the LYF basketball_ senior and junior divisions for 10 years at Walker Memorial Park in Lakeview. - -

As a teacher at Roosevelt Junior - Senior High School, he touched numerous young people and coached the school's . _ . basketball team. He was loved and respected at Roosevelt and upon his death in 1990; the school's gymnasium was named after him . Morris also served as the Long Island Regional Director for the Games in 1989 and 1990. REQUEST

FOR

FUNDING

A PROPOSAL

THE TWELFTH ANNUAL FRIENDSHIP GAMES

-PURSUING THE PROMISE--

2003 A DEDICATION TO RESPECT

Submitted: November 2002

By: The Lakeview Youth Federation, Inc. s REQUEST FOR FUNDING PROPOSAL

INTRODUCTION

As we firmly position ourselves in this new era, we must recognize the changing elements of our world. There is no question that our youth, along with our society will and are facing new challenges and new obstacles on a daily basis. Now more than ever, the lessons learned through organized athletic competition become a corner stone to help develop our future leaders. As impossible as it seems, the Friendship games of 2002 surpassed all expectations in all areas. From the building of relationships to the exhibition of the best that the competitive spirt can produce, once again, the success came via a dedication to the principles of the Lakeview Youth Federation, Inc. and a partnership in the future of our youth with public and private teammates. The Lakeview Youth

Federation, Inc. has taken on the mantle of requiring our young people to strive for excellence in each and every endeavor they undertake. It is with this continuing concept, coupled with the spirit of fostering the Universal message of friendship, that the Lakeview Youth Federation, Inc., once again is excited to present this proposal for funding from corporate and government sponsors. As in the past the funding is sought to facilitate the occurrence of an extraordinary and very special program, which has matured into a event which has earned and gained regional prominence.

First introduced at the beginning of the past decade, in May, 1991 as a local event, "The

Friendship Games" has evolved to its present form after years of programming and volunteer- supported events, sponsored and overseen by the Lakeview Youth Federation, Inc., (hereinafter

LYF). This event's step into the 21st Century has advanced the notoriety and success that this program has enjoyed for nine rich and rewarding years . This heritage is unmatched by any similar local activity. This is especially true in light of the past three year's events, in which one of its most well known alumnus, Derrick Adkins, the Gold Medal winning Olympic champion, involved himself in the finals making each of those days truly historic events for all involved. Mr. Adkins committed his entire day, on each of those days, to work with and support the students. It was indeed a wonderful experience to watch each of the student athletes who were able to speak with, stand with and observe this wonderful role model, each of them knowing that Mr. Adkins had achieved the ultimate in Track and Field, an Olympic Gold Medal. In fact, there is no other local activity that provides the type of programming and level of participation during the winter track season. While gaining extensive local newspaper and television coverage, the Games have emerged as and continue to be the premiere winter track and field event on Long Island.

In conjunction with co-sponsors, the Lakeview Youth Federation, Inc. has, for some twenty- five (25) years, successively conducted sports programs, mentoring programs, educational support programs, dance programs, and youth advocacy programs to simply make a difference. The impact of the Lakeview Youth Federation and its programs has history of recognition. As stated in a 1979 local newspaper:

The Lakeview Youth [Federation] is concerned about the problems youth face in this society and will continue to move ahead where possible to be youth advocates and be of assistance when called on, or when we feel necessary. Malverne-Lakeview-Lynbrook, Journal Year 6, Number 27 Thursday, July 12, 1979

Today, as in 1979, the Lakeview Youth Federation, Inc. is active and caring about our tomorrow through meaningful programs for our children, today. That involvement is manifest in the instant undertaking now being presented. In addressing the importance of this project, Charles

Nanton, Chairman of the LYF, has once again put the focus on our youth, saying, "[o]ur youth are

-2- our ambassadors and it is through them that we can and should look to promote the concept of friendship around the world. With our young people as examples of what can be done, there is no excuse for any of us to fail to make the message of friendship Universal."

Mr. Nanton has been recognized for his leadership and volunteer efforts by a host of organizations. In 1992, Mr. Nanton, a retired Police Detective, was awarded

Newsday's Volunteer Recognition Award in the area of Leadership. In addition, Gregory P.

Peterson, the then Presiding Supervisor for the Town of Hempstead, on the occasion of the Third

Annual Games, recognized Charles Nanton, Chairperson of the LYF and Colbert Britt stating,

"[y]our leadership and the benevolent efforts of your organization are a credit to so many young people who prosper because of these games."

On May 20,1997 Mr. Nanton was further distinguished by the receipt of the 1997 New York

State Governor's Community Service Award. On that occasion, the Interim Superintendent of the

Malverne Public Schools, Dr. Anthony Pecorale in speaking of Mr. Nanton said, "[h]e is the glue that holds [the Friendship Games] together and without his dedication and commitment, this event could not take place." Your assistance in continuing this vital program will be key to this most important activity.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The purpose of the Friendship Games has not changed, but grown to realize the awesome potential our youth represent for the coming century. From 1991, the effort was continued in 1992 and 1993, expanded during 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 and 2002, and again fosters an ongoing relationship between community volunteers and positive participants from the private business sector, as well as government sponsorship.

-3- In 1991-92 the LYF sought to initiate a program that would bea meaningful event that was more than just a track meet. The results of that initial effort were sterling. In 1993 the Games matured into a tradition that will most certainly be expected for years to come. The Friendship

Games were officially designated by County Government Proclamation and in January 1994 the

County designated January 17, 1994 as "Friendship Games III Day." As with last year, such a designation is again anticipated for this coming year. Over the past six (6) years the number of sponsors have grown to the point where the mix of private and public sponsorship .clearly shows what a collective of effort can produce. We now seek an extension of support which will insure the growth of a program that most certainly will continue to produce untold benefits to youth, community and the corporate supporters as well. Last year's program, which was named "The

Eleventh Annual Friendship Games," was the continuation of a marvelous voyage and quest begun in 1991 . "The Eleventh Annual Friendship Games--LOOKING TO THE HORIZON-2002 HANDS

ACROSS LONG ISLAND" successfully bridged the gap to meet the urgent need created by the fallout from the World Trade Center tragedy of September 11, 2001 . "The Tenth Annual

Friendship Games--2001 A Track Odyssey," demonstrated the forward approach taken by LYF and began to chart the future of track and field for the new millennium. In '~-PURSUING THE

PRONIISE--2003 A DEDICATION TO RESPECT "we hope to foster important lesson of common respect for one another and teach our youth to expand their experiences and open themselves to education, so that knowledge will supplant the fear that comes with ignorance. Once again the cultural diversity of all those involved will serve as the living lesson . Consistent with the past the

LYF seeks to establish a program to run from December 2002 to January 2003 . Featuring guest visits from Olympic gold medal awardees (hopefully 1996 and 2000), professional athletes, local

-4- educators/coaches, school officials and noteworthy public officials, the Games will further its history of setting high standards for our youth and fostering true friendship through healthy competition.

As in the past, we seek to offer a jointly sponsored project for the elevation and support of youth and the human spirit in the several communities of the Long Island area. This event, which has ripened into an extremely organized and well recognized track and field event, registered participation from every corner of Long Island and is a must for our youth. Following tradition built over the past nine years, and as evidenced in the last three years (The Annual Friendship Games of

2000, 2001 and 2002), once again the best of the voluntarism of a community group, the importance of education through participation, and the involvement of public and private sector support all for our most valued resource, the youth, was melded to forge a dynamic partnership. In the words of the meet's Director, Colbert Britt, "These Games have worked because we came together to make it work with one purpose in mind, the benefit of our youth. It is amazing what we all can accomplish when no one is worried about who gets the credit, and everyone is worried about a quality program for the young people." More than ever, "work," in the most positive way imaginable is what this event does for our young people as well as the adults who volunteer to run the program. Corporate sponsors, coverage by newspapers and television, attention paid by the U.S . Congress, NYS Senate,

NYS Assembly as well as local elected officials makes this event one of the single most recognized interscholastic events held on Long Island.

Having had experience in conducting massive projects for youth in the past, the LYF is steadfast in the notion that private corporation involvement must be apparent in all aspects of society. This presence is crucial to the creation of a trust and interdependence between citizens and

-5- institutions, such as yours. The LYF seeks to further its link with local school authorities (in this case

Malverne School District) by continuing this novel but vital activity and adding both government

and the private sector as proponents. In light of recent international, national and local events, now,

more than ever, our youth, as well as our society, must concentrate on the positive, rather than dwell

on that which is negative. The joining of community, government and private business has proved

itself to not just be a good combination, but to be a gold medal union that will only grow in brilliance

as time passes. As in the past, sponsors, through their participation, will insure that the youth, who

might otherwise be without uplifting programs, will be given the opportunity to strive for excellence.

THE PROGRAM

We are seeking grants totaling $25,000.00 from government and other corporate sponsors.

However, as before, money is not the only level of participation that we request. We request that

Senior Officials and/or Executives of the sponsors be part of the event's planning board and be

present at as many of the dates as is possible. This is consistent with our ongoing attempts to create

a lasting nexus with your fine institution and provide a human "give and take" with the program's

participants. Your presence is important to the continued growth and success of the program. It is

also important in that the joining of forces and resources send a strong signal to the youth, parents,

schools and communities that governmental and commercial institutions do have a place in the

guidance and direction of our youth and that they take it seriously.

We are also requesting that each sponsor prepare a banner to be displayed throughout the

.Games. We also request that you advise your employees of this fine event and encourage them to

volunteer to assist in making this event a success. While The Friendship Games were initially

-6- modeled after the Colgate Women's Games. (One of the premiere track and field games for young women in the USA), The Twelfth Annual Friendship Games, as did the last four years, will follow its own model, taking the best of its predecessors. As did The Friendship Games, The Second Annual

Friendship Games, The Third Annual Friendship Games, The Fourth Annual Friendship Games, The

Fifth Annual Friendship Games, The Sixth Annual Friendship Games, The Seventh Annual

Friendship Games, The Eighth Annual Friendship Games, The Ninth Annual Friendship Games, The

Tenth Annual Friendship Games , The Eleventh Annual Friendship Games, this year's Twelfth

Annual Friendship Games will bring together male and female student athletes, spectators and well wishers from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds.

Because of the enormous response over the past nine years, the format of the preliminary events leading to the :finals has evolved to include a series of four calendar dates. The current structuring of the preliminary events has served to enhance the meaning of full participation for the youth involved. This year, there will be two (2) preliminary meets for boys (on or about December

21 st and 28th) and two (2) preliminary meets for girls (on or about December 21 st and 28th). The finals will beheld this year on Monday January 20, 2003, the date of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Birthday National observance. In conducting an evaluation of the past eight years, it is confirmed that greater benefits come to our student athletes by separating the preliminaries in this manner. Not only does the holding of separate preliminaries allow more student-athletes to participate, but it facilitates greater focus on individuals in the beginning stages of this wonderful undertaking. This approach also allows greater contact between the participants and brings a more diverse level of participation to the entire Games . Additionally, friendships between students are fostered through the initial/smaller preliminary events. Consisting of four (4) individual calendar days, The Twelfth

-7- Annual Friendship Games will occur at the Nassau Community College Field House. (Dates as stated above are now being confirmed). As before, a full compliment of track and field events will be conducted. The student athletes competing will be of high school age. In the past ten years' finals, student-athletes representing such High Schools as Syosset, Malverne, Roosevelt, JFK

Bellmore, West Hempstead, Oceanside, Academy of St. Joseph, Uniondale, Hauppauge, Mepham,

Kellenberg Memorial, Middle Country, Lawrence, Hempstead, St. Mary's, Manhasset, Southside,

Holy Trinity, Valley Stream Central, Port Washington, Carey, Plainedge, Baldwin, Freeport,

Calhoun, Wantagh, Garden City, Sacred Heart Academy, Herricks, Hicksville, Clarke, East Meadow,

Farmingdale, Elmont, Great Neck South, Longwood, Massapequa, St. Anthony's, Valley Stream

South and West Islip, were present and participated .

This year it is the LYF's intent to have a maximum of thirty-two (32) boys teams and a maximum of thirty-two (32) girls teams enter, register and participate in The Friendship Games.

Thus we hope to have over 2003 youth gather in the year 2003 continue in the tradition by

-PURSUING THE PROMISE and showing A DEDICATION TO RESPECT. (These numbers are goals and are based on both management and administration of the events and the restrictions of the facility now holding this fine event.) Invitations have already gone out to both the public and private

High Schools primarily in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. While there will be a full compliment of races and events, one of the most notable components to these events is, that during the finals they are named and designated as commemorative races or events. This year will be no exception. In fact, these Games as in the last five years, will welcome and embrace one of Long Island's greatest "home grown" products, Mr. Derrick Adkins, as he proudly, once again, displays his Gold Medal earned at the `96 in Atlanta. A short six years ago, the 600 Meter Run Finals was

-8- I I permanently named after this Olympic and World Champion. We are once again honored that

Derrick, after the recent publication of his marvelous book, will be present as he provides awards to student-athletes, each of whom can only gain from his fine example. Some of the other events which were named and will be continued, include:

- The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Friendship Boys' One Mile Run

- The Mrs. Coretta King Girls' 600 Meter Run

- The Green Point Bank Friendship Girls' One Mile Run

- The Lech Wolensa Boys' 300 Meter Dash

- The Harriet Tubman Girls' 55 Meter High Hurdles

- The Mahatma Ghandi Boys' High Jump

- The Mother Teresa Girls' 55 Meter Dash

- The Josephine Baker Girls' High Jump

- The Dag Hammerskjold Boys' Shot Put

- The Jane Addams Girls' Shot Put

- The Albert Schweitzer Boys' 3200 Meter Run

- The Aung San Suukyi Girls' 3000 Meter Run

- The Ralph Bunche Boys' 55 Meter Run

- The Viola Liuzzo Girls' 300 Meter Dash

- The A1 Canty, Alonzo Martin, A1 Gaynor and Robert Wilkins Boys' 4 X 5 Lap Relay

- The Sun Yat-Sen Boys' Pole Vault

In addition, special awards for Most Improved (Male & Female), Sportspersonship (Male &

Female), Most Outstanding (Male & Female) and Friendship Awards will be awarded, each being

-9- named after a person who during his or her life demonstrated those fine qualities through words and deeds. As well as designating the persons for whom the races are named, a short biographical statement be provided, as it was in 1993,1994,1995, 1996,1997,1998,1999, 2000, 2001 and 2002

Final program. In addition, this year's games will recognize the dedication of volunteers who have selflessly given of themselves in the later part of this past century, along with the recognition of those persons who have been victimized by the events of September 11, 2001 and after. These messages are key in teaching the importance of holding fast to our traditions . Accordingly, this event and others like it are crucial for the benefit of our youth.

For the past eleven years the community outpouring has been enormous and, the "Games" has caused a parade of notables who all willingly took second seat to the concept and magnitude of

The Friendship Games. As in prior years, guest appearances by notable sports and community figures will occur throughout the Finals. Visits from such politicians as Assemblywoman Earlene Hooper, our new County Executive, Thomas Suozzi, Supervisor Richard Guardino, Councilwoman Dorothy

L. Goosby and other Town Board members, County Legislators Roger Corbin, Kevon Abrahams as well as a host of current and former County Legislators. In the past athletes such as professional football players Eric McMillian, James Hasty and Rob Moore, former Olympian Norman Tate, and former World Champion hurdler Derrick Adkins have marked this event as one of great importance and fond memories for all in attendance. This is only a partial list of people who took time out of their busy schedules to give his or her support. Again we anticipate such visits from individuals who have made their mark to foster friendship and growth through competition. It is fair to say that elected officials, professional athletes, personalities, administrators, educators, business leaders, community leaders, religious leaders and other positive role models saw fit not just to show up but

-10- to interact with the youth and make the event a total experience. These people, through their appearances, actions, and words of encouragement will further the true meaning and spirit of The

Twelfth Annual Friendship Games.

A program similar to that produced over the last nine years is intended for the 2002-03

Games. Just prior to the commencement of the 97-98 semi-finals LYF commissioned the creation of the official logo for The Friendship Games which will continue to serve as a representation of this year's activity. Again we are hopeful that the composition of the Friendship Games Anthem will be revealed and played at the opening and closing of the Finals.

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PROPOSED EXPENSES

Item Amount 1 . T-shirts for every participant in the games $ 5,000.00 2. Cost of Track Officials 6,250.00 3. Track rental* 3,000.00 4. Awards 7,500.00 Trophies $3,000.00 Medals 4,000.00 Flowers 500.00 5 . Equipment (most is already maintained) 500.00 6. Hospitality Room (refreshments for honored guests, workers and photo 250.00 sessions) 7. Statisticians/Computer 800.00 8 . Hurdle Crew/Aides(supervision) 1,500.00 9. Miscellaneous Expenses 200.00

TOTAL: $ 25,000.00

PROPOSED INCOME

1 . Corporate and Government Sponsors

2. Registration/Entrance fees as is needed to defray the costs of conducting the Games and to meet the short fall not provided by corporate donors. [Would include costs of entrance fee for student athletes plus the cost of two officials per school per meet as is needed] TOTAL : $25,000.00

*Field events are to be held at Lawrence H.S. That space and its use is donated.

The Cost of insurance to be paid by Malverne School District is not included here.

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THE TWELFTHANNUAL FRIENDSHIP GAMES MEET DIRECTOR

COLBERT SRITT

For over two decades "Coach Britt," as he is commonly called, has labored to provide

quality track meets and other athletic events for our youth. Presently the Head Coach for Athletics

[Track and Field] for the New York State Empire State Games, Coach Britt promotes sportsmanship

and excellence as he has at that post for the past sixteen (16) years. He was an active member of the

Empire State Games at their inception, and has added to those statewide events, making the

experience valuable for all who participate. Colbert Britt is presently Assistant Head Coach of

Football at Malverne High School and Head Coach of the Female Track program at Malverne High

School and previously served as Track Coach for Adelphi University.

An educator and positive role model, Coach Britt has served for two decades as the Assistant

Head Coach of the Malverne High School Football team, which was awarded the Rutger's Cup for

1990 and Nassau Champions for 1990 and 1991 . His reputation as an orchestrator of defenses is well

known by High School and College coaches alike. His Rutger's Cup/Championship defense set the

high watermark of go undefeated, unscored on and untied. . Few areas well respected, on as many

levels, as is Coach Britt. With his strong and experienced leadership, The Friendship Games emerged

as a top notch athletic event possessing rare social qualities and a quiet it but strong sense of dignity.

Taking the leadership role is what Coach Britt does well and he does so for the betterment of our

youth, saying, "someone has to take the baton and carry it."

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As we take a new look into the future it is extremely important to celebrate the rich history of the these GAMES. In the past the pre-runner of this event joined the LYF and the Malverne

School District. In 1991-1992 The Friendship Games merged a dream with substantial support from community, schools and private business. The Second Annual Friendship Games saw this much needed event sprint forward as an example of what we can do for our youth. The following year, The

Third Annual Friendship Games matured, finding a permanent place on the yearly calendar. In

1995-96 the Games came of age, exhibiting a level of precision and quality programming of which many still recall as the best ever.

The event continues to highlight the best that our schools have to offer, while bringing local, regional and national attention to what has proven to be a top shelf event. The Fifth Annual

Friendship Games continued in the tradition of excellence and brought quality for so many with out sacrificing the positive total experience . That tradition was furthered through our presentation of

The Sixth Annual Friendship Games, The Seventh Annual Friendship Games, The Eighth Annual

Friendship Games and The Ninth Annual Friendship Games. The Tenth Annual Friendship Games began the odyssey into the new decade and century. The Eleventh Annual Friendship Games had our youth look boldly into an uncertain future and reach out to there classmates and neighbors in friendship and hope. The reception was so well received. these past six years, that words simply can not paint a picture vivid enough to do it justice. As with previous years, last year's event exceeded all expectations and proved to be a program which must be continued and nurtured. Once again, this year's event will allow the sport of track and field to be a messenger carrying friendship, cooperation

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and respect as its package at a time when it is most needed.

It is anticipated that the Malverne School District will continue, as they have in the past, to

pick up the cost of insurance and provide support in the form of some supervision. This commitment

is yet another example of an ongoing dedication to working together. This event will be a

continuation of a success story for our area. By providing yet another quality program, run by

experienced volunteers and mixing in joint efforts from community, government and business, The

Eleventh Annual Friendship Games will be our best example yet of what we can do together.

As Charles Cuzzo, coach of the Garden City Girl's Track Team, wrote in a 1992 letter to

Colbert Britt, "[fJinally, I personally wish to thank you for promoting the theme of the series

-Brotherhood/Friendship and Sportsmanship . These seem to be areas of value that are becoming

extinct in this world of `me first' and commercialism; without them the meaning of our programs

becomes tarnished." In his February 10, 1993 letter, Harry E. Schneider, Coach of the Middle

Country team wrote, "Everything that went on went on for the benefit of the athletes. (What a unique

idea! Now-a-days everything seems to be done just because of money!)." It has been the shared sense

of voluntarism that makes the Friendship Games a breath of fresh air.

Tony Sparandara, Coach from Lawrence High School, in a March 5,1993 letter wrote, "Once

again, you have saved the indoor season for Nassau County Track. It is we who owe you a `Thank

You.' You can always count on me (and my team) to help out with The Friendship Games! Many

Thanks! 

It is this type of impact that must be recognized and supported. Only through meaningful and

quality programs, such as The Eleventh Annual Friendship Games, can we hope to have a long-

lasting affect that will serve to educate and highlight the best of the "Human Spirit." Indeed this

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RESPECT for one another. Once again, we summon together the youth of Long Island to travel the road of friendship, unity and understanding so that they might come together, compete, experience and grow under the banner of Friendship.

Respectfully submitted,

THE LAKEVIEW YOUTH FEDERATION, INC. Charles Nanton, Chairman

Dated: November 2002

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