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Celebrate the 5th Annual Union Collective Pride to Support LGBTQ+ Youth Sports
WHAT: 5th Annual Union Collective Pride, a two-day fundraiser! Trivia and drag show on Friday night, then youth climbing day and ice cream social on Saturday afternoon
WHO: Unmatched Athlete, Movement Hampden, Union Craft Brewing, The Charmery, and supporting businesses at Union Collective
WHERE: Union Craft Brewing and Movement Hampden within Union Collective, 1700 W 41st St, Baltimore, MD 21211.
WHEN: Friday, June 5, 2026: 6pm Queer “Sports” Trivia, 7pm Drag Show;
Saturday, June 6, 2026: 12:30pm Climbing Day then Ice Cream Social at the Charmery
WHY: LGBTQ+ Pride Month Fundraiser for Youth Sports Visibility
Volunteer this April! 4/18 + 4/25
This April, Unmatched Athlete is thrilled to announce two new events on 4/18 and on 4/25, for which we'll need volunteers! We're looking for folks to help us cheer on youth, help us set up, and help us run the events! Please email us at volunteer@unmatchedathlete.org to let us know if you're free to volunteer, and bring your Unmatched t shirt (request here).
Unmatched Athlete Invites LGBTQ+ Youth and Allies to Free Basketball Clinic at UMBC on April 18, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 3/9/26 Baltimore - Unmatched Athlete invites the public to a free Basketball Clinic for LGBTQ+ and allied youth on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 12:00 PM–1:30 PM at the CEI Arena Auxiliary Gym on the UMBC campus (1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250).
Designed for players of all experience levels, the clinic will feature skills and drills with coaching tailored to beginners through more experienced athletes. In addition to time on the court, participants will also have the opportunity to take part in a special tour of the UMBC Lab—connecting athletics, campus life, and future-forward curiosity.
This event is centered on LGBTQ+ and allied youth ages 12–18, while staying true to Unmatched Athlete’s family-first approach: younger kids and all family members are welcome to join the fun and support the community.
Registration is encouraged. Families can sign up here:
Unmatched Athlete and Under Armour Invite LGBTQ+ Youth and Allies to Flag Football & Field Day at Under Armour Stadium on April 25, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Baltimore, MD — Unmatched Athlete, in partnership with Under Armour, invites the public to a free Flag Football & Field Day experience for LGBTQ+ youth and allies on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM at Under Armour Field/Stadium (2620 Port Covington Drive, Baltimore, MD 21230).
This inclusive afternoon welcomes youth ages 7–18 and their families for organized flag football and classic field day games, with snacks available throughout the event. No prior flag football experience is required—whether participants are seasoned athletes or trying the sport for the first time, everyone is encouraged to jump in and play.
Following the on-field activities, families will be invited to explore the Under Armour store, enjoy a special 25% shopping discount, and sign the athlete wall. If weather requires a change of plans, activities will move indoors for racket and yard games on the basketball court, while parents can enjoy indoor amenities including a golf simulator and ping pong.
Registration is encouraged, as spots may fill up. Families can sign up here:
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