To provide youth with athletic and educational resources that will promote the leadership and decision making skills essential for future sucess. 501(c)(3)
Founded by Chip Lawrence the Pro Youth Foundation aims to serve minority student athletes with guidance, mentorship and development both on the playing field and off. Board of Directors: Chip and LaTanya Lawrence, Carl Brody, Maleke Fowler, Destry Fudge and Jeffrey Smith
A big thanks to FAMU for providing the opportunity for a few of your PYF student-athletes to display their talents at the spring camp. FAMU is one of the schools that has been a big supporter of our PYF events over the years. Corey Battey 23’, Jordan Smith 24’, Anthony Brown 24’, Trey Lawrence 24’. . .
01/17/2022
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?” -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Today Oakland A’s National Cross Checker Mark Adair organized and hosted a free PRO Youth Foundation hitting camp at the Kansas City Royals Ubran Youth Academy. Guest instructors included Chicago White Sox Area Supervisor scout Torreón Woods, Rangers player Marcus Smith, Academy Director Darwin Pennye, and Chris Evans of the KC Kings.
A big thanks to everyone that was in attendance for our free PYF Select 15u tryout/workout camp at Historic Dodgertown hosted by the Vero Beach RBI. Nothing is better than pouring into young men that are eager to learn and improve their craft. *Maleke Fowler hitting talk* .
01/08/2022
There is still time to register! High exposure schedule and significantly reduced fees. Don’t miss out. .
01/06/2022
The PYF Fan Store is now open. If there are any styles or colors desired not listed, please feel free to inbox us. Use the filter to help search for select items. .
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12/30/2021
PYF will be hosting a free tryout/workout Jan 9th for our Florida Select 15u team in Dodgertown, Vero Beach. This team will be participating in many of the high exposure events in FL and Ga in the summer of 2022 and will consist of players throughout the state. Come be a part of the special PYF experience! Inbox or email for registration and information.
12/29/2021
2021 has been a tremendous year of growth for P.R.O. Youth Foundation. We would like to thank all of the coaches, MLB scouts, parents, and players that have supported our events as we continue to help level the playing field while Providing Resources and Opportunities to student athletes. Much more to come in 2022!!
12/19/2021
PYF was happy to make our Toy Drive Camp delivery to the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum. The dozens of items which were collected through our camp will help put smiles on faces Christmas day. Thanks to all who donated.
12/12/2021
We are proud to announce the new addition of the PYF 15u Florida select team. Once again our goal from day one has been to level the playing field and to provide youth with high level exposure, instruction and development while greatly reducing the associated cost. A special thanks to all who have supported the efforts and events of PYF as you are all a part of our success. We will be conducting a free workout for all interested December 18th in Vero Beach, FL. Please inbox for more information or contact Corey Battey or Antoine Stiles . More announcements to come soon…. Stay tuned!!
12/11/2021
A fun day in the sun for the annual PYF Free Toy Drive Camp. A big thanks to all that attended and for the toys donated. A special thanks to guest instructors and former PYF players themselves Jarrod Cande (Rockies) and Ronnie Richardson (Tampa Bay Rays- Org Outfield Coach).
12/09/2021
Tone in tonight to one of this years PYF HBCU/All College Showcase Camp sponsors, LODEN Sport for their Outlier Sessions. Tonight guest will be “Coach Zo” Alonzo Wright (Red Sox Scout). Alonzo has been attended all of our HBCU Showcase camps, first as a coach and now as a scout!
This event will be held on the Discord App
https://discord.com/invite/8qsUuJjGM7