92nd AYF Olympic Games Draw Thousands to New Jersey

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The Armenian WeeklySep 18, 20261 min readOriginal: The Armenian Weekly

92nd AYF Olympic Games Draw Thousands to New Jersey

The Armenian Youth Federation held its 92nd annual Olympic Games over Labor Day weekend in Teaneck, New Jersey, drawing thousands of athletes, families, and alumni from across the country. The multi-day event featured competitions in golf, tennis, swimming, softball, and track and field, alongside evening dances and cultural programming at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe.

The article, published by The Armenian Weekly, emphasizes the event's significance as a gathering point for the Armenian-American community. Beyond athletic competition, organizers highlighted the role of first-time participants, returning alumni, and volunteers in sustaining AYF traditions. The piece thanked athletes, coaches, families, sponsors, and organizers for their participation and support in maintaining the organization's 92-year legacy.

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