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Council designates second weekend of August as 'Crew Love Weekend' to honor community tournament
Summary
The City Council adopted a resolution recognizing 'Crew Love Weekend' in the city, honoring a 14‑year volunteer‑run basketball tournament organizers say centers mentorship, community pride and youth engagement.
The Boston City Council adopted a resolution designating the second weekend of August as "Crew Love Weekend," recognizing a community-driven basketball tournament organizers said has promoted mentorship and neighborhood pride for 14 years.
"My name is Caesar. This is Drew, Rich, Phil," a Crew Love representative told the council during public recognition, describing years of volunteer efforts and mentorship that built the tournament from a cookout-sized rivalry into a citywide tradition. Councilor Louis Jain presented the resolution, highlighting that Crew Love hosts youth, women's and family programming and fosters neighborhood connections.
Councilors praised the organizers and invited the Crew Love representatives to the dais for photos and to accept jerseys. The resolution affirms the council's appreciation for grassroots events that provide safe recreation and mentorship opportunities for young people.
