SPECIAL PROGRAMS
"You can’t help but look at these kids and see yourself which makes you want to help them in any way you can."
Tony Hynes, Vice President
GARY PRZYBYLO SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Gary Przybylo and Basketball go hand in hand. While he attended Linton High School in Schenectady he was an All-American Basketball Player and was also named Schenectady County Player of the Year. After his graduation in 1968 he went on to Michigan State University where he continued his above average basketball skills.
From college he became an area coach at Bethlehem and Mohonasen Central High Schools. He brought many victories and titles for both teams. Fast Break established the Gary Przybylo Scholarship Fund in memory of Gary who died three years ago. All the money raised in Gary’s name will be given to send Schenectady youth to area basketball camps over the summer.
The Gary Przybylo Scholarship Fund was started in the Spring of 2002 and this first year over 25 Schenectady youth were sent to basketball camp over the summer. Not only did these camps help these well deserving youth improve on their basketball skills but it taught them life skills and showed them they were special.
"The Fast Break Fund is proud to be associated with the Przybylo family along with the rich basketball tradition in the city of Schenectady."
Larry Hynes Co-Founder & President |
"The generosity of the Fast Break Fund has helped our kids participate in tremendous life learning experiences while at the same time teaching them the importance of giving back to the community."
Mark Sausville Schenectady High Boys Basketball Coach |
"I had a awesome time and learned a lot. I am extremely lucky to have a sponsor with such generosity."
Devin, Hoosick Falls |
"I appreciate all the things you’ve done for me to get to go to the Koubek camp and I wish you have good things coming to you in your life."
Andy, Schenectady |
"I learned a couple new things at camp like keep the ball up high, stretch real hard and be positive with your teammates. Not everybody has the opportunity to get a scholarship and I am grateful for what you did for me."
Khylan, Saratoga Springs |
"I feel like a special person to have a sponsor to give me this scholarship."
Kevin, N. Petersburgh |
"Thanks for giving me the opportunity to learn as much as I have. You’re a very special person."
Rumeal, Troy |
"I really respect people like you who would sponsor a kid like me."
Joshua, Cohoes |
"Your organization has helped so many people. I know it will continue to reach all those like me who would not have had the opportunity otherwise. You are doing a great thing."
Erin, Averil Park |
"I had a lot if fun, it was one of the most exciting experiences I have ever had."
Sheila, Schenectady |
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The Rensselaer Elks Disabled Basketball League
The Rensselaer Elks Disabled Basketball League gives disabled youth the chance to participate in the game of basketball. The league runs from November to the end of February.
Along with their regularly scheduled games on Saturday afternoons, they play during half time at the Siena College Games at the Pepsi, at Saint Rose College and at HVCC women’s games.
The Coach, Burke Adams was named one of ten "Most Caring Coaches" in the United States. Out of the ten winners, Mr. Adams was the only volunteer coach.
The Basketball League is entering its 4th year with brand new warm-ups thanks to the support of the Fast Break Fund. |
