Green Mountain Youth Sports

We are passionate about promoting confidence, wellness, and a lasting love of sports for the future generations of athletes in Vermont. We support children of all ages and abilities. If you are also inspired to help the next generation, please enjoy the rest of the site and consider becoming a sponsor. All donations are tax deductible.

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  • Founding Director

    Resident of Colchester, coach and father of three. Cameron supports in organizing and facilitating future activities, coordination of events, leading internal and external communication and board meetings. 

    Philosophy

    Maximize the time the players play. Make it fun, promote the positives.

  • Founding Director

    Sam Handy will serves as coach, trainer, motivator, and assists in fundraising and support strategic direction specifically on best use of funds raised.  Sam is experienced as a player, coach and is well recognized in the community for his experience in sports.

    Philosophy

    Passionate about making sure the players enjoy sports. Winning is fun.

  • Founding Director

    Father of four, former athlete. Coach, trainer, motivator, and Taylor assists in fundraising activities. Taylor is an experienced basketball player having played and coached professionally.  Taylor remains active in Vermont’s high school and collegiate basketball community.

    Philosophy

    Lead with energy and clarity.

  • Founding Director

    Jim Harton will manages taxes and finances for the organization.  Jim has 20 years experience coaching girls sports and remains active in the local athletic community.

Meet the team

Sam Handy

Taylor Coppenrath

Emmet Marsh

Jim Harton

Cameron Feldman

Show your support with GMYS gear!

GMYS Trucker Hat
$25.00
Nike Dry Fit Polo Blue
$100.00
Nike Dry Fit Blue-Free with $100 donation
$100.00

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3% Cover the Fee

How we support Youth Sports

  • Great coaching does more than teach skills—it builds confidence, teamwork, and character. When young athletes feel supported and encouraged, they stay engaged, grow stronger, and carry those lessons into school and their community. Our mission is to remove barriers, support coaches, and keep youth sports focused on what matters most: fun, inclusion, and positive experiences that help kids thrive.

  • We believe young athletes thrive when they can see what’s possible. That’s why we connect players with positive role models from their own community—through attending games, meeting older athletes, and learning from inclusive leaders who reflect the values we want to instill. By building these connections, we help kids dream bigger, feel included, and see a clear path forward both on and off the field.

  • Money raised through our nonprofit helps offset the cost of registrations, uniforms, equipment, events, and gear—ensuring financial constraints never stand in the way of participation.

  • Our programs don’t stop with the kids. We believe sports are for everyone. By creating opportunities for adults to participate, stay active, and give back, we help foster a healthier, more connected community that supports our young athletes from the sidelines and beyond.

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