NEW YORK – The New York Yankees teamed up in partnership with the City University of New York (CUNY) to identify students and alumni for career and business opportunities with the team.
The Yankees said Tuesday they started a diversity and inclusion committee in September that includes Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson, retired pitcher CC Sabathia and film director Spike Lee. It will also include hitting coach Marcus Thames, bullpen coach Mike Harkey and senior director of player development Kevin Reese.
CUNY students will have access to the Yankees sports management mentor program.
The committee, along with a variety of community groups, wants to promote team diversity and break down barriers in education, economic development, and health and wellness.
Yankees executives involved in the program include Chairman of the Board Hal Steinbrenner, Chairman Randy Levine and General Manager Brian Cashman.
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