UPSWING Stories


Chloe is Putting Her Health First With Support from UPSWING
After a bad ankle sprain during basketball season, Chloe is learning the importance of recovery.

Apart from Family, Nelly Finds Community Through Rugby
After moving away from her family, playing on an all-girl’s rugby team has given Nelly a sense of belonging.

UPSWING’s Leadership Academy Kicks Off at Horizon High School
As the next school to participate in UPSWING’s Leadership Academy — comprised of ten schools across Colorado — Horizon High School is ready for the

From Senegal to Denver, UPSWING is Fueling Mohammed’s NBA Dream
An extraordinary teen basketball player from Senegal, Africa, Mohammed left behind everything he knows to pursue his dream of going pro.

With UPSWING’s Help, Jaidyn is Finding Purpose Through Adversity
As an UPSWING Experience Scholarship athlete, Jaidyn is able to use sports as an outlet to help him find his purpose in the face of

Leadership Academy Kickoff at Lakewood High School
On September 20, 2023, UPSWING Foundation kicked off their Leadership Academy program at Lakewood High School.

UPSWING Surprises Athletics & Beyond With Custom Wrap Van
UPSWING surprised A&B with a custom wrap van to help provide security and mobility to student athletes and traveling teams.

Crushing Barriers for Girls in Boy’s Sports
As a girl playing boy’s football, basketball, and lacrosse, Jii-ana is crushing barriers in youth sports.

Brotherhood Boxing
On August 20th, UPSWING and Denver Police Brotherhood Boxing gathered to crush barriers, connect people, and catapult dreams.