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The Meriden-New Britain, Berlin YMCA Welcomes Maddy DeRita

October 24, 2023

Maddy is a CT native and an alumna of Mercy High School where she played field hockey, basketball and softball. She received a four-year scholarship to play D2 collegiate softball at Le Moyne College. After graduating from Le Moyne with her bachelor's degree in Psychology and HR Management, she earned a master's degree in Sport Venue and Event Management from Syracuse University.

She returned to Connecticut and taught at Mercy before joining the YMCA team. She coaches Mercy softball and field hockey teams and the 14u Middletown Monarchs softball team.

"I've been involved in sports my entire life. Once I retired athletically, I wanted to find a way to give back to the community. Coaching youth sports allows me to share that passion and knowledge with our next generation. Joining the YMCA and becoming the Youth Sports Director allows me to not only continue nurturing my passion for sports but also make a positive impact on our local youth. I'm thrilled to be a part of an organization that values community, wellness, and the development of youth sports."

"We are excited to have Maddy in this new role. She is the first female youth sports director in the history of our Y. We know our Y will continue to offer a great Youth Sports experience under her leadership," said John Benigni, CEO of the Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA.

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