THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 12, 2022 Page 3 TB12 Foundation graduates two classes of student athletes in Malden and Brockton with surprise virtual appearance by Tom Brady and Alex Guerrero F OXBORO, MA, June 7, 2022 – The TB12 Foundation, a nonprofi t organization dedicated to maximizing the health, well-being and athletic potential of underserved athletes, graduated two classes of student-athletes in its TB12 Training Program in partnership with the Brockton and Malden High Schools. Students in both cities were surprised with a special drop-in virtual chat featuring TB12 Cofounders Tom Brady and Alex Guerrero. Tom joined the TB12 Foundation’s virtual meet & greet with a group of juniors and seniors from both the Malden and Brockton High Schools and congratulated them on their completion of the TB12 Program. “On behalf of the TB12 Foundation, we are extremely proud of all your hard work and the commitment you’ve made to yourselves,” said Tom Brady. “You have put in the work every week with our amazing body coaches, and we hope you’ll continue to practice what you’ve learned, stay disciplined and accountable and continue to make the best decisions for your training as you move forward in life.” Malden and Brockton students are shown enjoying a Zoom meeting with former Pats’ quarterback Tom Brady. During the 2020-2021 school year, the TB12 Foundation partnered with Brockton Public Schools to establish a TB12 Training Program for 17 aspiring high school athletes. Recognizing the continuing need to support young and underserved athletic talent, the TB12 Foundation expanded its programming this academic year and partnered with both the Brockton and Malden High Schools to train a total of 24 students. In addition to the students receiving a full TB12 training experience, the Brockton and Malden High School coaches received an in-school training session from TB12 body coaches and a donation of TB12 equipment. At Brockton High School, Body Coach Nick Zinani visited three times a week during the winter and spring seasons for a strength and conditioning program with other students from various sports teams. “In 2020 we sought new ways to lift up the youth in our local MALDEN DEMOCRATS TO HOST BARBECUE AUGUST 25 AT ANTHONY’S M alden, MA, August 9, 2022 – The Malden Democratic City Committee cordially invites friends and neighbors from Malden and around the region to attend this year’s Malden Democrats Summer Barbecue at Anthony’s of Malden’s outdoor space on Thursday, August 25 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend, enjoy food and conversation with Malden Democrats, and meet elected offi cials and candidates in a relaxed and informal cookout atmosphere. Returning after a two-year pandemic hiatus, this event is popular with Maldonians of all ages. It gives attendees from Malden and beyond a unique opportunity to hear from elected offi cials and candidates who are Democrats, meet local Democratic organizers, learn more about the Democratic Party in Malden, and fi nd out what they can do to make a diff erence in local, statewide, and national campaigns for candidates or policies. All are welcome to attend, but only Democrats will be on the speaking program. Tickets are $35 per person. Food will include burgers, hot dogs, vegetarian options, and the usual accompaniments. A cash bar will be available. Kids 5 and under are admitted free. Tables of 10 tickets may be purchased for $315.Purchase tickets online at https://secure. actblue.com/donate/mdccbbq22or at the door. Advance purchase is encouraged to help with food planning.If you are a Democratic candidate or elected offi cial and you would like to speak or send someone to BARBECUE| SEE PAGE 15 communities by doing what we do best – engaging our expert body coaches to empower student athletes and help them reach their performance goals,” noted TB12 Foundation Executive Director Lisa Borges. “Our fi rst cohort of Brockton athletes was exceptional; their drive and motivation inspired us all and this year’s graduates are equally as impressive and dedicated to pursuing excellence both on and off the fi eld.” The student athletes represent a wide array of sports and have been selected by their athletic directors to participate because of their leadership and commitment to academics. Each student participated in nine professional training sessions at TB12 and received one-on-one mentoring from a TB12 Coach throughout the school year. Each session ends TB12 | SEE PAGE 10
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