San Jose's Big Plays Beyond the Games

San Jose is making the most of its time in the spotlight with major sports events. The Super Bowl and World Cup are exciting, but the city is thinking long-term. "Game On, San Jose" is a new project to inspire local kids through sports. The idea is to bring sports experiences to classrooms and community events. This isn't just about the games; it's about making a difference. The project kicked off at the Boys & Girls Clubs in East San Jose. Kids got to try street hockey and football drills. Even the mayor joined in, showing off his passing skills (he went 1 for 2). Before the fun, the kids listened to speakers like Al Guido from the 49ers and soccer star Brandi Chastain. Mascots like S. J. Sharkie kept things lively. The goal is to create a lasting impact. As Al Guido put it, the big game will come and go, but the real legacy is in the community work. You can stay updated on school visits and events at sj26. sanjose. org/gameon.Meanwhile, Mark Jacobson is being honored for his 40 years of blues music on KSCU. He's won the Keeping the Blues Alive award from the Blues Foundation. Jacobson started hosting the Sunday Blues Blast back in 1985. He's mentored many blues DJs over the years. Even though KSCU is a small station, streaming has made his show global. San Jose is also getting ready for the Super Bowl with cleanup events called "Tackle San Jose. " These events are happening before and after the game. The San Jose Sharks and other groups are involved. You can sign up to volunteer at bit. ly/tacklesj. City Hall is also getting a makeover for the Super Bowl. The mayor checked out the vinyl wrap being applied to the rotunda. The branding will also appear on the City Hall tower. It's all part of making San Jose shine during its big sports moments.