Lindsay Colbus and Akil Kumar, both coaches from Astoria, have been recognized as semi-finalists for the Jr. Knicks Coach of the Year award. Colbus, known for her work with a CYO basketball team, has balanced a full-time job, parenting, and coaching. Her personal experiences, especially her son's health challenges, shape her coaching style focused on teamwork and resilience. In contrast, Kumar, an experienced high school coach and educator, has over a decade of commitment to fostering athletic excellence and promoting fitness within his community. Both coaches exemplify dedication to youth development.
Colbus draws from her own life experiences, particularly her role as the mother of a son battling Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, a rare genetic condition.
Kumar has dedicated over a decade to nurturing athletes, helping them realize their potential and build a strong foundation for their futures.
Collection
[
|
...
]