About Us
For many years The North End 49ers youth football program, represented the North End district of Providence. The Founder and President Mr. Chico Sykes passed away on November of 2013. For unknown reasons Mrs. Sykes decided not to continue her late husband’s legacy, she instead sold the name, all the equipment and closed the bank account.
We were not able to give our kids a banquet or any trophies. The parents were dismayed. Some coaches and kids left to other football organizations because they believed there were no longer going to be a youth football program in the north end area. However a small group of us decided not to give up! We decided to continue Mr. Sykes legacy and became The North End Sea Hawks.
We had a great amount of support from other teams that donated some equipment and we vigorously fundraised to buy our jerseys and cheer outfits. We considered our first year to be a success because we had over 150 boys and girls sign up.
Mr. Chico who also was a prison guard for many years, strongly believed that if we teach these kids; teamwork, self-discipline, physical fitness, accountability, responsibility, self-respect, as well as respect for others, sportsmanship, community pride and most importantly, the importance of educational excellence that some of these inner city kids can grow up and become whatever they strive for.
ABOUT US
The North End Seahawks are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization created to provide the opportunity for children to participate in youth sports and conditioning while stressing the importance of academics. The North End Seahawks serve children between the ages of 5 and 14, teaching them the values of teamwork, good sportsmanship, discipline, and self-respect.
SEAHAWKS OBJECTIVE
The objective of the North End Seahawks is to provide youth, regardless of race, color, creed, or economic background the chance to learn the values of character, integrity, discipline, and team work through youth sports; to bring communities together through a common interest in sports; to promote fair play and sportsmanship; and to teach the game elements promoting fundamentals, safety, enjoyment, and healthy competition.
CONTRIBUTIONS
The North End Seahawks are continuously looking for funding partners. We invite you to become a proud supporter of a very worthy organization by making a financial contribution, donating equipment, volunteering, or just stopping by to watch one of our games.