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SCORES Poet-Athletes experienced the FIFA World Cup in their own ways — some on the pitch as player escorts, others at youth festivals, and some by watching matches in their communities, reflecting on it all through poetry.

“Once I was introduced to SCORES, I fell in love with how it helps students grow not only as individuals but as part of a team. With soccer you have exercise, with poetry you have literacy and with service learning you understand how to help your community.”

Learn how SCORES was born from one young teacher’s vision—and how that same spirit still thrives in Cleveland today.

SCORES students turned their creativity into community action, leading service projects that beautified neighborhoods and built teamwork skills in the process.

Cleveland’s fields came alive again this spring as SCORES Poet-Athletes kicked off a season of competition, sportsmanship, and school pride.

Executive Director Alison Black and Poet-Athlete Layla joined Leon Bibb on WKYC’s We The People to share how SCORES inspires creativity, confidence, and community.

A night of powerful performances and community celebration, our annual Poetry SLAM! reminded everyone how young voices can move hearts and inspire change.

With a decade of dedication to Cleveland’s youth, Alison Black steps into her new leadership role, continuing the mission to help students write, play, and achieve.