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Bi-Weekly Acts of Inspiration
From Coach Dave Gray
Every other week, Coach Dave shares a short message of affirmation, motivation, and inspiration—right to your inbox.
I would be so grateful if you would consider helping us in the fight against congenital heart defects in children by attending the The Children's Heart Foundation - Pennsylvania Heart Walk at Stage AE on June 23rd. Plus...I'm hoping CDG Nation will join me for an afternoon Pirates game right after the Heart Walk! Discounted tickets now available.
Here it: My television debut!
Filmed outside of PNC Park, I’m honored to be a part of this commercial to promote the The Children's Heart Foundation - Pennsylvania Heart Walk on June 23rd!
I would be so grateful if you would consider helping us in the fight against congenital heart defects in children by attending the The Children's Heart Foundation - Pennsylvania Heart Walk at Stage AE on June 23rd. Plus...I'm hoping CDG Nation will join me for an afternoon Pirates game right after the Heart Walk! Discounted tickets now available.
What a day! I'm down here at PNC Park getting ready to film a promotional spot that will be played in the park during Pirates games and on AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh to promote the The Children's Heart Foundation - Pennsylvania Heart Walk on June 23rd! Nervous but excited
Proud to be part of the Brad Mar Pine Baseball and Softball family! A FUN time had by all during today's 2024 BMP Opening Day Parade. Thank you Nate Mitchell for the honor of giving opening remarks, along with State Representative Rob Mercuri. The "First Pitch" delivered by former Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher Steven Brault⚾. Best wishes to all the BMP T-Ball, baseball, & softball players, coaches, and families for a great season...
📢 PLAY BALL!!
Today I was a special guest providing entertainment for the children of the 100.1 FM and AM 1020 KDKA Audacy team for Take Your Child To Work Day! Where else could you have a conference room snowball battle in late April?? Thank you Amy Muntean Mauk, and the entire Audacy team for including me in your event...so much FUN!
CDG Sports was on-site at Seelos Academy for their Annual Mother-Son Event! This year's theme was "Mother-Son Field Day Challenge". The sons may have won the beach volleyball competition, but the moms showed their competitive side by winning ultimate sharks & minnows! Thank you to all the moms & sons who participated...what a blast🙌🙌.
It's youth baseball pep-talk season🙂. Gave my first pregame motivational speech to Coach Marco A Alcala's Pirates of the Brad Mar Pine Baseball and Softball Association. Don't blink on these 'lil sluggers - they're the real deal!
One of the funnest days of my life...true story. Thank you Crash Boat Experiences and Captain Wood for, well...quite an experience I'll never forget! Swimming with huge tarpons, snorkeling with tropical fish of all kinds, sea turtle spotting, boat hopping to coastal beaches & hideaways...but by far, I loved best - the pelicanos! I never knew how amiable and endearing they really are. Remember, be a PeliCAN, not a PeliCan't😉 🇵🇷
Today, the senior high school students rallied to raise money for The Children's Heart Foundation with an all day charity basketball tournament. 26 teams entered the tournament to raise over $1,000 to help fund research that helps give babies with congenital heart defects, better and longer lives. ❤️
Two of my college coaches plan to lead others this summer with their very own sports camp...FOR GIRLS! Congratulations Riley & Leigh on your new endeavor. I know your campers will benefit greatly from your leadership.
28 years in the making!!
I started my journey coaching & mentoring youth athletes in 1996 with nothing more than a closet full of used sports equipment, props, and...a DREAM. 28 years of being "in the trenches" and the experience & wisdom learned has led me to this project I've been visualizing for many years.
A picture perfect afternoon to run a CDG Team-Building workshop...outdoors! Thank you Dr's. Tony & Gina Agostino-Manes of Complete Chiropractic Health in Cranberry, for giving me the opportunity to work with your amazing team.
I couldn't be more proud of this young man. For as long as I've known Noah, he's always led with his heart. A genuinely caring person who seeks to make life better for those in need. Please take a look into his campaign to fight blood cancers and be a part of his (& Nora's) team. You are a Community Champion Noah!
ABOUT Coach Dave Gray
Dubbed “The Mister Rogers of Youth Sports” by parents that know him, Coach Dave Gray brings fun & enthusiasm to his programs, camps, assemblies, and team-building events with his upbeat personality.
With his decades-long commitment to community service and outreach, Coach Dave has touched the lives of youth locally, regionally, and nationally. He believes strongly that instilling confidence and building self-esteem in others is a sure-fire way to become the best version of yourself and truly make a positive impact in this world. Coach Dave's story and impact is not just the story of an individual; it really is a testament to the power and the influence of our educators in shaping a child's future. Coach Dave was in the foster system until he arrived at North Allegheny as a young child. In his words: “I can honestly say, without the teachers & coaches I had as a student, I would not be in the position I am today, gifted with the opportunity to guide & mentor the next generation.”
A life-long Pittsburgh resident and 1988 North Allegheny High School graduate, Coach Dave just celebrated the 26th anniversary of the founding of his signature youth sports & recreation company CDG Sports Events. It’s not only the young people who attend his programs who benefit from the CDG Sports experience, Coach Dave is a job-creator for local teens and young adults and teaches the lessons of commitment, hard work, and professionalism to his employees.
Coach Dave is proud to have received the 2023 North Allegheny Distinguished Alumni Spirit Award and the 2016 KDKA Radio Larry Richert’s Hometown Hero Award. He is also a community partner with Allegheny Health Network, raising awareness of the health & wellness needs of the Pittsburgh community.
SPEAKER • COACH • CONSULTANT
2023 North Allegheny Distinguished Alumni Spirit Award Winner
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