CBS LA Cares spotlights resources offered by Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles

By KCAL News Staff Updated on: October 13, 2025 / 4:20 PM PDT / CBS LA CBS LA Cares is spotlighting the Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles for providing a safe and nurturing space where children can discover their superpowers. The Challengers Clubhouse of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles offers a tennis academy where court time and lessons are a part of the curriculum. It helps expose them to a sport that, without the clubhouse, they might not ever have the chance of trying. “These kids get to play tennis at least once or twice a week from the age of 5 all the way to age 18,” said Alejandra Liera, site director at the Challengers Clubhouse. Yahuzar aims at being on the court all day, perfecting his game and becoming a better competitor. While Yahuzar discovered his superpower on the court, other kids are developing gifts and talents elsewhere at the Challengers Clubhouse. Liera said beyond the tennis courts, there’s a massive gym, classrooms, game rooms and impressive memorabilia left by high-profile supporters. “It takes a community to keep this going,” Liera said. The Boys and Girls Clubs operate year-round, providing a
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