BEAT THE STREETS LOS ANGELES BLOG

Sunday, March 29 ,  Beat the Streets LA kicked off our spring workshops for the 2025–2026 Tomorrow’s Leaders cohort . With our first clinic back following the CIF Championships, we focused on building a strong competitive mindset. This session featured special guests from Intrinsic First, a training program centered on mindset and performance, led by CEO Jimmy Karam, Academic Program Director of Sport Psychology at National University. The clinic focused on helping athletes i

We’re excited to announce the return of the Angel City Grand Prix (ACGP)—our premier all-girls freestyle wrestling championship hosted by Beat the Streets LA!  Last year, we welcomed over 270 wrestlers (ages 7–18) from 90+ schools and programs, including 10 BTSLA programs. We’re expecting an even bigger turnout this year and can’t wait to see these young athletes break barriers and showcase their talent on the mat. Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026 Location: Downey High School Pl

On Sunday, January 11, Beat the Streets LA hosted our Summer Enrichment Fundraiser at Mt. SAC, bringing together supporters, students, and community partners for an afternoon that showcased both the impact of our work and the future we are building. Guests had the opportunity to see firsthand how our programming supports young people across Los Angeles through wrestling, leadership development, and academic enrichment. Student voices were at the center of the luncheon, with t

In October, Beat the Streets LA San Pedro coaches Silvia Calleja and Roman Hernandez went above and beyond, traveling to Tokyo to represent Beat the Streets LA at the Coach the Dream: Changing Sport for Girls summit. The multi-day event, co-hosted by Laureus Sport and Nike, included a five-year celebration of Play Academy with Naomi Osaka, which BTSLA has been a grantee partner. The summit also featured coach trainings, expert panels, and a day of play for 40 girls around the

Join us on January 11, 2026, at Mt. Sac College in Walnut, CA, for our Summer Enrichment Fundraiser! This exciting day of competition and community will support our annual Summer Enrichment Program, including the BTS Summit Cleveland trip. Your support will help fund an unforgettable experience for 40 young LA athletes—featuring university tours, elite wrestling camp, and a national dual tournament. For those unable to attend in Cleveland, your contributions will provide acce

On Sunday, November 16, the gym at Belmont High School came alive as Beat the Streets Los Angeles welcomed 166 young wrestlers for the annual Fall Youth Championship. Athletes from 13 BTSLA programs arrived early, shaking out nerves, meeting friends from other sites, and getting ready to test the skills they have been building all season. Wrestlers traveled from across the Greater Los Angeles area, including Oxnard, Topanga, Antelope Valley, El Monte, South LA, and San Pedro.

This weekend’s Tomorrow’s Leaders Workshop brought together 68 student-athletes for the final session of the fall series, giving them a space to find their voices, challenge their limits, and learn from mentors who’ve turned perseverance into purpose and experience into guidance. The day began with a powerful public speaking session led by Dr. Angela Sadler Williamson, an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, best-selling author, and educator. Dr. Angela shared her “Clear and Comprehensi

This past Sunday, October 26th, 66 students took part in another inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders Workshop filled with learning, motivation, and hands-on experiences both on and off the mat that helped each student take another step toward their goals. The workshop began with FAFSA specialist Jorge Prado providing an overview of the financial aid process for students and parents. He shared valuable insights on what to expect when applying for aid, how to make the most of their ap

Save the Date! Beat the Streets LA Annual Fundraiser January 11, 2026 | Mt. San Antonio College Join us for an exciting afternoon of wrestling and youth empowerment, featuring: Pre-Match Fundraiser Lunch World-Class Women’s & Men’s Freestyle matches Dual Meet: CBU vs. WVU Your support will help provide vital summer training and competition opportunities for our students, including camps, clinics, and a cross-country trip to Cleveland for enrichment and competition! Stay tuned

On Sunday, October 5th, Beat the Streets LA brought 70 Tomorrow’s Leaders from Los Angeles to Cal State University Bakersfield for a full day of college exploration and connection.   The day kicked off with brunch at the campus cafeteria — their first real glimpse into college life. Our Tomorrow’s Leaders had a great time exploring the space, sampling different food options, and getting a feel for what campus dining is all about. After brunch, the group gathered in one of CSU