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Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Colorado Coach Sends Clear Message to Players With Deion Sanders Out
Colorado Coach Sends Clear Message to Players With Deion Sanders Out originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Imagine this: the Colorado Buffaloes are sprinting toward Week 3 in summer camp and yet the clock is already ticking on their entire season. Strength coach Andreu Swasey snapped his team to attention in the newest Well Off Media video, delivering a rallying cry that every second counts. With Coach Deion Sanders ('Coach Prime') sidelined and fighting his own health battle, Swasey's words weren't just motivational, they were a mission statement. Advertisement 'Your damn head gonna spin' – Grasp the urgency As players were gearing up for a player‑led 7-on-7 session, Swasey cut through the noise: 'We're in week three… after that week four and then there's a break… it's gonna come so fast your damn head gonna spin.' He emphasized that time is the fiercest opponent, warning that complacency at this stage means regret when the games begin. Swasey reminded the team that four weeks of camp are gone, July will fly by, and before they know it, August, and the opener will be here. No more time for wasted moments. Discipline is everything – Take responsibility now Swasey brought it home by spotlighting the one trait Coach Prime values above all: discipline. He said it's non-negotiable: Advertisement 'Coach Prime, the one thing he know we got to do is discipline… make sure you don't have no food in the locker room… got the right gear on… where I supposed to be…' He laid out the blueprint: perfect habits in small things, including the locker room, equipment, and timeliness build the foundation for championship-level performance. If discipline becomes part of the team's DNA, Swasey said, they'll win games. Discipline + Character = Championships – Believe in the process Bringing it full circle, Swasey tied it all together: 'If we are a disciplined team, which goes into our DNA: smart, fast, discipline with character … we gonna win all our games.' Advertisement This wasn't just pep talk; it was a promise rooted in process. Swasey sold the long game, and by doing the right things could transform this team into winners. The backdrop: Coach Prime's health As Swasey reminded the Buffaloes of the value of time, their head coach, Deion Sanders, remains out of public view, handling an undisclosed health issue at his Texas home. Multiple trusted outlets have confirmed. Sanders has been afflicted by an 'unspecified health issue,' recuperating at Texas estate, timeline for his return is unclear. Son Deion Sanders Jr. says his father 'is feeling well' and will share more when ready. Coach Prime spoke on X, (formerly Twitter) saying, 'Everything is OKAY and will continue to be so.' He tanked fans for their prayers. Advertisement His absence heightens Swasey's message: the athletes must step up now, because their leader can't be there in person. Time, discipline, and unity are non-negotiables. Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion SandersCU Buffs What it means for Colorado fans • Leadership beyond the head coach: Swasey's address shows the staff stepping into the void left by Coach Prime's absence, as well as reinforcing standards and accountability. • Urgency is contagious: From July's relentless pace to August's opener, the message is clear: don't wait to hit peak readiness. • Character isn't optional: Beyond Xs and Os, Swasey spoke to building strong humans who are ready for the grind. Advertisement Buffs fans, this one's on us. The clock is ticking. As Coach Prime heals in Texas and Swasey's words echo through Boulder, here's the mission: Hold players and ourselves to the same standard. Watch for discipline. Demand accountability. Expect results. This season won't wait. It's time to live up to every one of those words, and then some. Because when discipline becomes DNA, championships follow. Period. Related: Shelomi Sanders Steps Out of the Coach Prime Shadow This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
New York Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Brian Tyree Henry's 5 Favorite Places in Philadelphia
If your memories of summer camp don't involve eight-course tasting menus and vintage fashion shopping sprees, well, perhaps you weren't doing it right. Or you were never in a stalled Apple TV+ production with Brian Tyree Henry. Mr. Henry, 43, who recently received the Gotham Television Awards' first Performer Tribute for his role in 'Dope Thief,' is the star and an executive producer of this crime drama about two friends who try to earn a living as fake drug enforcement agents. The limited series was not quite halfway through filming in Philadelphia when Hollywood writers went on strike in 2023, soon followed by actors. He decided to make the best of a bad situation by staying put and diving as deeply as possible into his character's hometown. During the work stoppage, which lasted six months, 'the Philly crew was still there, and they were my friends,' Mr. Henry said in a video interview. 'So my time in Philly felt like sleep-away camp.' He learned a lot. For starters: 'Philly natives love Philly,' he said. 'If I walked out of my house in anything green and white, it had better have an eagle on it.' He also discovered that he didn't need to stray far from his Center City rental to find a happy place: the tiny 17th-century Rittenhouse Square. 'You can sit in the park and read a book, and then go and chill out and have a good meal across the street,' he said, citing the steak, popovers and tater tots at Barclay Prime among his favorite examples. Another neighborhood staple was the Rittenhouse Spa & Club, where regular facials helped mitigate the 'sweat, blood, smoke and gunpowder' he was covered in during filming. 'They would be like, 'What did you go through this week?'' he said. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
CTV News
4 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
‘We're still camp, we're still fun': Windsor camps prep with safety in mind
Shot of a group of teenagers walking across a bridge in nature at summer camp. (Source: Getty Images) From art supplies to sunscreen, summer camp season is almost here — and organizers across Windsor are putting the finishing touches on their plans. At Art Windsor-Essex, Sophie Hinch is prepping for three weeks of creativity and connection. 'They get to take some creative liberties,' said Hinch, who oversees the gallery's day camp programming. 'If they have an idea, we encourage them to follow that idea.' Summer camp prep Sophie Hatch preps art supplies ahead of Art Windsor-Essex's summer day camps in Windsor, Ont., on Monday, June 16, 2025. (Travis Fortnum/CTV News Windsor) The program caps at around 30 campers per day, keeping group sizes small inside the studio space. Registration is still open, with full-day programming offered at $50 per day — materials and gallery admission included. But alongside the paintbrushes and glue sticks, there's another layer to this year's planning — public health. Health unit calls for caution The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is asking day camps to be extra cautious this summer, with measles still circulating in the region. It's requesting organizers submit their contact information so that, in the event of a suspected or confirmed case, public health can respond quickly. 'This is for timely action from our side,' said Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, the region's medical officer of health. 'If we receive a report of a case, if we are connected and we have that information handy, we can immediately contact the camp and start our contact management.' He said even a single case of measles can disrupt programming — because the disease spreads so easily. 'There's a window for post exposure prophylaxis or protecting children who are unvaccinated,' he said. 'That's why it's very important for us to have that contact information.' Aloosh encouraged both parents and camp staff to make sure vaccinations are up to date — and to keep documentation accessible. 'We want these facilities continue to work,' he said. 'We want to ensure that children are enjoying their summer in these activities.' So far this year, Windsor-Essex has recorded 146 cases of measles. Only one case has been confirmed in June. 'This is encouraging to see,' Aloosh said. 'But we should be prepared.' Camps taking precautions At Art Windsor-Essex, Hinch says the team has protocols in place and learned a lot during the pandemic. 'We closely monitor and take health and safety into consideration,' she said. 'I know that measles is top of mind for a lot of parents this summer.' Tables are wiped down daily, tools like scissors and glue are disinfected, and campers are given space to work safely. 'We kind of move tables and chairs around so that they have their own personal little space,' Hinch said. 'We also separate and work in smaller groups.' Campers are screened at the door and staff follow a health checklist throughout the day. Hinch says the health unit has made the process straightforward for camp leaders. 'Our camp is registered through the health unit,' she said. 'They have my contact information and they also have an online form we can fill out if a camper or staff member is sick. 'They've made it really, really easy.' City-run programs follow suit The City of Windsor is also finalizing preparations for its own programming, which includes nine weeks of camp across nine different locations. According to supervisor of community programming Kara Kristof, about 1,300 kids are already signed up. 'We haven't necessarily heard any concerns [about measles] just yet,' she said. 'But getting closer to camp, I'm sure we'll start getting some calls or emails.' Kristof said many of the COVID-era procedures will be carried forward this summer. 'Safety is always number one in camp, regardless of what's going on,' she said. 'So we make our procedures and follow those guidelines to make sure it's our top priority.' She said camps will be sharing information with parents in the coming days. 'But we're still camp,' Kristof said. 'We're still fun. We have all of those fun aspects in place — just with a few extra safety precautions in place as well.'
Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Science-backed activities at this new summer camp in Dubai
The Brain Accelerator is organising its annual summer camp — a neuroscience-backed cognitive development program designed to unlock a child's learning potential. 'Unlike traditional camps that focus on recreation or tutoring that revisits academic content, our camp targets the brain's core processing systems—like attention, memory, reasoning, and speed. We use evidence-based brain training tools, games, and real-time coaching to enhance how children think, learn, and perform—both in and out of school. It's not about cramming more content, but about building the mental muscles that make learning easier and more enjoyable,' said Aalia Thobani, Founder and CEO of The Brain Accelerator. The camp is best suited for children from 4.5 years all the way up to the teenage years—a critical window when the brain is highly plastic and cognitive gains can be made efficiently. 'Whether your child is entering primary school, navigating middle school, or preparing for high school, the program is designed to meet them where they are developmentally and help them leap forward cognitively and emotionally,' she added. The camp focuses on strengthening seven key cognitive skills: • Sustained, selective, and divided attention – critical for focus in class and during homework • Working memory – essential for following instructions and understanding new concepts • Processing speed – improves how quickly children can absorb and respond to information • Visual and auditory processing – supports reading, comprehension, and classroom listening • Logic and reasoning – sharpens problem-solving and critical thinking • Long-term memory – supports learning retention • Self-regulation and executive function – helps with planning, organization, and emotional control 'When these skills are strengthened, we see improvements not just in academics but in confidence, independence, and motivation—areas that define long-term success,' Thobani said. The 8-week camp is designed to build momentum week by week, with each session targeting specific brain skills. The child will be paired with a 1-1 brain trainer, who becomes their personal coach. It is his/her job to ensure that the child is at the edge of the seat, being challenged just the right amount to keep up motivation, build resilience, and to create brain pathways for success. 1 hour will be dedicated to 1-1 protocols targeting various cognitive skills and the 2nd hour is an active digital session based on AI and targeting the processing areas specific to the child's needs. 'We keep it high-energy, hands-on, and deeply engaging. No worksheets. Just real mental work disguised as fun,' Thobani said. One of the most unique features of the Brain Accelerator Summer Camp is its dual benefit. • For children who are struggling academically—perhaps due to attention difficulties, slow processing, or weak memory—we identify and strengthen the root cause of those struggles. • For high achievers who want a mental edge, the camp helps sharpen executive function and advanced reasoning, preparing them for more complex academic demands ahead. According to the research, average improvements include: IQ gains by 21 percentile points, reading gains by 3.5 years, math concept gains by 3.2 years, and sustained attention gains by 3.2 years - in a matter of months. By the end of the camp, parents can expect to see: • Better focus and listening • Quicker mental processing • Stronger memory recall • Greater confidence and motivation to learn • Improved problem-solving and emotional regulation • Improvements in academic skills – reading, math etc., 'We measure progress through pre- and post-camp cognitive assessments, direct coach observations, and regular parent feedback. Many parents tell us they notice a transformation not only in how their child performs in school but also in how they approach challenges and self-manage at home,' Thobani said. 'The Brain Accelerator program has had a noticeably positive impact on John's cognitive and academic development. Over the course of the program, I've observed remarkable progress in his ability to process information more efficiently, maintain focus, and pay closer attention to details. These improvements have translated into better performance in the classroom, he approaches tasks with greater confidence, completes work more independently, and demonstrates a stronger understanding of new concepts. What stands out most is how the program seems to be unlocking John's potential. His enthusiasm for learning has grown, and he appears more engaged and motivated during lessons. It's clear that the targeted activities and strategies used in the program are effectively supporting the development of essential learning skills. I highly recommend the Brain Accelerator program to any student who may be experiencing difficulties with focus, processing, or general learning challenges. It has made a meaningful difference for John, and I believe it can do the same for others,' said an Inclusion Teacher, Swiss International Scientific School, Dubai.
CBS News
7 days ago
- Health
- CBS News
CDC urges summer camps to check for measles immunity, as U.S. nears record
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now urging summer camp operators to check for documentation of immunity from measles through vaccination or prior infection for all children, staff and volunteers, amid a deadly year of outbreaks that is now near record levels. "Measles can spread quickly in summer camps because campers and staff spend a lot of time together in close contact with each other. Measles is more than just a rash — it can cause serious complications or even death," the CDC warned in a "checklist" for operators of summer camps published this week. The agency's new guidance says that tracking measles immunity status is important to help health departments quickly identify people who need to be vaccinated or offered antibody injections in the case of an outbreak within a camp. "Decide if you will allow unvaccinated campers and staff at your camp. Understand the risk if you do accept a camper or staff member who has not been immunized for measles," the American Camp Association says in its guidance for camps, which shared the CDC's checklist. Other steps that the CDC recommends summer camps take to prepare for measles spread this year include stocking up on face masks and preparing a potential isolation space to separate campers who are sickened. The CDC's new recommendations come as confirmed measles cases have climbed to 1,197 infections so far in 2025, less than 100 cases away from topping the record 1,274 cases that were confirmed for all of 2019. That marked a record since the U.S. in 2000 declared uncontrolled community spread of the virus eliminated through widespread measles vaccinations. At the time in 2019, health officials said the total number of cases added up to the worst tally on record since the 20th century. This year's wave is already deadlier than the 2019 wave of outbreaks, which health officials and experts suspect is due to missed infections that have gone unreported. In 2019, summer camps in New York tightened their vaccination requirements amid record outbreaks in the state among underimmunized communities. In response to the outbreaks, then-New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed a law that year removing religious exemptions from measles vaccination requirements for school and child day care programs. About two in three confirmed measles cases this year have been in children or teens, according to the CDC's tally. Most have been linked to local outbreaks within the U.S., many from the outbreak in Texas and neighboring states earlier this year. While new cases around Texas slowed in April, preliminary CDC data from recently reported measles cases — backdated to when patients' symptoms began — suggests the pace of new infections nationwide began accelerating again in May. The agency also recently stepped up its warning about the risk of catching measles while traveling. The new guidance followed dozens of cases of travelers infectious while flying on airplanes within the U.S., and a suspected case of spread during air travel, CBS News previously reported.
