Ball kids at the Australian Open play a vital ... They also gain the unique experience of working at a world-class sporting event, which is often seen as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

It was the championship game and, after a long tournament series, both the fans and players were showing signs of strain. A batter was at the plate with a runner at third. When the batter hit the ...

sports drinks, towels, ice packs, restrung racquets, new shoes—that the ball kids feel duty-bound to scurry off and fetch for them. For too long, the sport has let the relationship between ...

“A lot of the kids involved in Buddy Ball face challenges that can make traditional sports programs difficult,” Aidan said. “By volunteering, we’re helping create an environment where they ...