LivSports Basketball
LivSports is a program presented by LivFree. LivSports brings athletes of all ages together to use their love of sports as a platform for hope to bring joy to the pediatric cancer community.
Basketball Jamboree
LivSports is excited to hold our first Basketball Jamboree in 2026 in partnership with Connecticut’s Premier Hoops Development (PHD)
Get Involved
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LivSports partners with youth leagues, clubs, schools, and adult teams that want to play with purpose. By hosting a camp, jamboree, or special event, sports programs can bring their athletes together to support pediatric cancer families while strengthening team culture and community connection.
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Our volunteers are the heartbeat of LivSports. From helping run events to supporting athletes and families on site, volunteers bring energy, compassion, and teamwork to every moment. Whether you have a few hours or want a recurring role, your time directly creates joy and hope for pediatric cancer families.
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Local businesses and corporate partners fuel the impact of LivSports. Sponsorships help cover event costs, fund programs, and provide scholarships so every athlete can participate. In return, sponsors gain meaningful community visibility and the opportunity to stand behind a mission that brings families joy when they need it most.
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LivSports is committed to ensuring every athlete — regardless of financial circumstances — has access to our camps, jamborees, and marathon events. Scholarships remove barriers to participation, allowing young people to grow their game, serve their community, and support families fighting pediatric cancer.
Whether you are a program, coach, athlete, or beyond, we’d love to hear from you. Use the form below to get involved and connect with the LivSports team.
You can also contact our team directly at LivSports@LivFreeToday.org
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Purpose behind our Passion
About LivFree
At LivFree, our mission is to support children and families impacted by pediatric cancer by helping create moments of hope and joy.
Moments of Joy are meaningful experiences—big or small—that provide opportunities for connection, healing, renewed hope and joy. They offer childhood cancer patients, along with their siblings and parents, a break from hospital visits and hard days. They help families make lasting memories and experience hope through moments of joy.
Hear from Corey and his experience participating in a LivSports event and the healing power of sports and community.
Refer an Athlete
Part of the LivSports mission is to provide athletic opportunities for pediatric cancer patients and their siblings.
If you, or someone you know, has been directly impacted by pediatric cancer and would like to attend or participate in one of our events, please fill out our Refer a Family form or contact us at LivFree@LivFreeToday.org.
Your participation does not require or exclude you from a LivFree Moment of Joy!
Why Sports?
Sports have long been a vital part of LivFree's mission. For years, LivFree has provided opportunities for children and their families to attend professional sporting events, offering them a chance to step away from the challenges of their cancer journey and focus on family and fun.
Building on this tradition, LivFree began engaging with the Connecticut youth sports community to raise funds for these joyful experiences. Through events like the LivFree Baseball Jamboree, the transformative power of youth sports beyond just fundraising was discovered. These events fostered a sense of camaraderie and community that transcended the usual competitive nature of youth sports, creating a unique atmosphere of unity and support.
Inspired by this impact, LivFree has launched LivSports: a platform that harnesses the widespread appeal and accessibility of youth sports to spread hope, build awareness, and rally support for the pediatric cancer community. By integrating our cause with something so deeply ingrained in our communities, we aim to create lasting change and hope for those who need it most.
