Run Riverdale-Van Cortlandt

Spring 2026 — back on the starting line.

Get ready for an unforgettable 6-week sports program led by Columbia student-athletes!

START DATE: Sunday, March 29, 2026 | TIME: 2:30-3:30PM | LOCATION: (Van Cortlandt Stadium) W 242nd St & Broadway, Bronx, NY 10471

Calling all kids in grades K-8... Join us for a free sports season filled with fun, energy, and new friends. Practice your skills, compete in exciting games, and connect with amazing Columbia students & athletes who can’t wait to cheer you on. Secure your spot below and let the countdown to the best season ever begin!

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What if?

...there was a future where all kids have the opportunity to participate in sports regardless of socioeconomic factors? A future where collegiate athletes join with local communities to ensure team sports are accessible to all kids.

Meet the team.

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Lucy Henkel

Co-President

Hi! My name is Lucy and I’m a senior at Columbia. I’m majoring in Political Science with a concentration in Public Health. I run the 800m on the track team! In my free time, I like to play soccer, spend time outside, hang out with my family and friends, and read.

Ryan Son

Treasurer

Hi! My name is Ryan and I am a sophomore at Columbia University. I am majoring in Computer Science and I run the 5,000 meter on the Track & Field Team. I love to play soccer, pickleball, and watch movies with my friends!

Anthony Colucci

Impact

My name is Anthony and I am a sophomore at Columbia University majoring in Economics-Statistics. I am a hammer/weight thrower on the Track & Field team. I enjoy watching baseball and football in my spare time.

Tyler Yen

Donor / Sponsor Relations

Hi my name is Tyler and I am a junior at Columbia. I am majoring in biology on the pre med track. I do the long jump on the track and field team but in my free time I like to play video games, listen to music, and root for Boston sports.