In this episode of My Y, we spotlight the La Crosse Area Family YMCA’s groundbreaking STEM and eSports programs. Learn how their programs began, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the powerful impact they’re having on young people. From PC building and programming to astronomy, video production, and eSports, discover how the La Crosse Area Family Y is sparking curiosity, building confidence, and preparing the next generation for a tech-driven future.

In this episode of My Y, we spotlight the <a href="https://www.laxymca.org/">La Crosse Area Family YMCA&rsquo;s</a> groundbreaking STEM and eSports programs. Learn how their&nbsp;programs began, the challenges they&rsquo;ve overcome, and the powerful impact they&rsquo;re having on young people. From PC building and programming to astronomy, video production, and eSports, discover how the La Crosse Area Family Y is sparking curiosity, building confidence, and preparing the next generation for a tech-driven future.

"My Y," the La Crosse Area Family YMCA's podcast, connects you to our community. Each month, we share inspiring stories, program updates, and wellness tips. Hear from staff and members about how the YMCA strengthens the La Crosse Area. "My Y" offers insights into our initiatives, making it your go-to source for community connection.

"My Y," the La Crosse Area Family YMCA's podcast, connects you to our community. Each month, we share inspiring stories, program updates, and wellness tips. Hear from staff and members about how the YMCA strengthens the La Crosse Area. "My Y" offers insights into our initiatives, making it your go-to source for community connection.

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In this episode of My Y, we spotlight the La Crosse Area Family YMCA’s groundbreaking STEM and eSports programs.

Building the Future: STEM & eSports at the La Crosse YMCA

Have you become a Pickleball devotee yet?  If not, the La Crosse area Ys have you taken care of.  Pickleball is basically a fun sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. It is played on a badminton court with a low net.

But hey, this is the Y so there's a lot more to it than that.  One of the coolest things you'll discover when you play Pickleball at the Dahl or Hauser Y is the community.  Never played?  Come on in.  You say you're an expert?  Come on in.  You'll feel good and make great friends.

Enjoy our conversation with Homer and Deb Mills who discovered Pickleball a few years ago.  Want to guess who's the more competitive?  You'll just have to listen to find out.

Have you become a Pickleball devotee yet?&nbsp; If not, the La Crosse area Ys have you taken care of.&nbsp; Pickleball is basically a fun sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. It is played on a badminton court with a low net.
But hey, this is the Y so there's a lot more to it than that.&nbsp; One of the coolest things you'll discover when you play Pickleball at the Dahl or Hauser Y is the community.&nbsp; Never played?&nbsp; Come on in.&nbsp; You say you're an expert?&nbsp; Come on in.&nbsp; You'll feel good and make great friends.
Enjoy our conversation with Homer and Deb Mills who discovered Pickleball a few years ago.&nbsp; Want to guess who's the more competitive?&nbsp; You'll just have to listen to find out.

LETS...PLAY......PICKLEBALL    With Homer and Deb Mills

Tony Ayala is one of those members of our area YMCAs who uses almost every type of program offered.  Child care, classes, group activities.  You name it and Tony has probably been a part of it.  Enjoy the conversation, and just be warned, you won't need any caffeine afterwards. 

Tony Ayala is one of those members of our area YMCAs who uses almost every type of program offered.&nbsp; Child care, classes, group activities.&nbsp; You name it and Tony has probably been a part of it.&nbsp; Enjoy the conversation, and just be warned, you won't need any caffeine afterwards.&nbsp;

Super Y member:  Tony Ayala

On this episode we talk with Ritchie Johnson and Taylor Ledvina, a dad and his daughter who work for the LaCrosse Area Ys.  You'll remember Ritchie from his days as a LaCrosse Catbird and for the last 25 years he's been coaching basketball to young men and women at the Y.  Taylor grew up going to the Y and is now the H-R Director for the Y.  

One thing you'll notice right away, competition is in their blood.  So are love, respect and a deep appreciation for all the Y has to offer.  

On this episode we talk with Ritchie Johnson and Taylor Ledvina, a dad and his daughter who work for the LaCrosse Area Ys.&nbsp; You'll remember Ritchie from his days as a LaCrosse Catbird and for the last 25 years he's been coaching basketball to young men and women at the Y.&nbsp; Taylor grew up going to the Y and is now the H-R Director for the Y.&nbsp;&nbsp;
One thing you'll notice right away, competition is in their blood.&nbsp; So are love, respect and a deep appreciation for all the Y has to offer.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Building the Future: STEM & eSports at the La Crosse YMCA

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