Photo by N. Bower

By MacKenzie O'Gorman

April 8, 2026: Bronxville showed up in full force on Monday, April 6th, as students, families, neighbors, and local leaders gathered on Park Place for the Inaugural 3-on-3 March Madness Basketball Tournament.

This Tournament, inspired by the Final Four, created a shared local experience and raised money for the Youth Community Fund (YCF). The Youth Community Fund, a subsidiary of The Community Fund, raises money for Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe to support local foundations while interacting with our communities.

This idea came to life in a discussion with several community leaders including YCF Co-Chairs, Beth McKeighan and Denise Mulvihill, Mayor Mary Marvin, Bronxville School Superintendent Dr. Rachel Kelly, Bronxville Chief of Police Christopher Satriale, Bronxville Police Department Head of Community relations Fadi Khader, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Leslie Corcoran and President, Vanessa O’Friel, and many local merchants and parents including John Augustyn and Chris O’Gorman. 

From the opening tip-off, led by Mayor Marvin and Dr. Kelly, to the final buzzer, the games reflected the best of Bronxville and its surrounding communities, embodying the values of togetherness, support, connection, generosity, and, of course, fun!

Many residents came out to experience the game as well as the transformation of Park Place into a basketball "court" filled with team spirit. Branded merchandise was also sold, and speculators were able to get their faces painted to show their support, while enjoying delicious local food and refreshments. 

The competition, which included ten teams with kids of all ages, and a team composed of "our finest" from the Bronxville Police Department, was fierce and fun. Bryan Coperman, a seasoned basketball coach from the Masters School, officiated the four-minute games and managed the single-elimination bracket.

In the final game, a team of Bronxville sophomores went up against three members from the Bronxville Police Department. It was fast-paced and intense until the final buzzer, when the Bronxville Police Department won it all and became our first-ever YCF March Madness Champions.

About the event, Mayor Marvin said, "It was a fabulous event, the feeling of warmth and community and just plain fun was contagious.  We are on board for any and all future events."

Dr. Kelly remarked that the students' "commitment to service learning is a powerful reflection of our Bronxville Promise.  Through these meaningful opportunities, they are not only expanding their academic experiences but also developing a deep sense of responsibility, empathy, and civic pride."

She also expressed appreciation for "the strong and enduring partnership we share with our Village government, led by Mayor Marvin, and our police department, led by Chief Satriale. Their collaboration, guidance, and support help create authentic, real-world learning experiences that truly enrich our students’ growth. This Village is an exceptional place—one where education, public service, and community spirit come together in a way that is both inspiring and rare. It is a privilege to work alongside such dedicated partners in shaping the next generation of thoughtful, engaged citizens."

More than just the games and competition, the event was a reminder of what makes Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe special - communities that show up, support each other, and create memorable experiences.

We are looking forward to our next YCF event, scheduled for June.  Please look out for more information coming soon. We would love for you to experience the fun firsthand!  

A special thank you to our local merchants who contributed space, food, refreshments, and even electricity:

Pete's Tavern

Patsy's Pizzeria

Il Bacio

Bronxville Wine and Spirits

Langes

Unique Coffee 

Park Place 

Urban Hamlet 

Coffee Unique

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