One Cleveland-area eighth grade class found out first-hand on Tuesday what the pros go through on a daily basis. Thirty students from Entrepreneurship Preparatory School participated in a mini “training camp” on Tuesday, led by Cavs players Matthew Dellavedova and Tristan Thompson. Team Performance Specialist Derek Millender, Assistant Coach Brett Brielmaier and Player Development Coach Mike Gerrity were also on hand to take the kids through five stations at Cleveland Clinic Courts as part of the Cavs “Fit as a Pro” program, presented by Medical Mutual and Giant Eagle, in association with Musselman’s Applesauce.
The eighth graders had the opportunity to learn about many of the elements that go into being a professional basketball player, both on and off the court. They were able to try their hand at stretching, on-court drills and workouts, as well as watched film and learned about the importance of good nutrition. Tuesday’s event compliments the Fit as a Pro monthly wellness challenge that the class has been doing on their own.
ABOUT FIT AS A PRO
Presented by Medical Mutual and Giant Eagle
In association with Musselman’s Applesauce
Fit as a Pro is year-round campaign designed to encourage physical fitness and well-balanced nutrition among elementary school students in Northeast Ohio. The program reaches thousands of students in Northeast Ohio through fitness challenges, nutrition education, and information on how to maintain an overall healthy lifestyle.
ABOUT ENTREPRENEURSHIP PREPARATORY SCHOOL
“E Prep” is a high-performing, free, public charter school in Cleveland (E. 36th St.) that works with students to prepare them for success in college and in life. E Prep is defined by a focus on academic excellence and preparation for college in a balanced, warm and structured environment found in many of our nation’s top-performing urban schools. The school features rigorous academics, data driven instruction, and a unique entrepreneurship curriculum.
"E Prep" empowers their scholars to think critically, assume social responsibility, and serve as advocates for themselves and the community. The school is a community of educators, families and scholars that work relentlessly to ensure that every child is prepared to succeed in a competitive world.