One recycled trophy at a time
“Little did I know that a trip to the local city garbage dump would create the vision for my company: Repeat Champions.
I remember on a couple of occasions when my son David and I went to the landfill site, we witnessed some young kids having some fun by smashing their trophies and throwing them into the big dumpster bins. The sound of the metal crashing against the sides of the bin was unsettling and disheartening.
I thought about the time and effort it takes to earn a trophy, and of the many kids who may never experience the pride of being celebrated for being a champion.
Equally as important, all these unwanted trophies have metal, plastic, and other waste components going into the landfill site creating a negative impact on our environment.
As a lifelong sports enthusiast and coach to young athletes for over 30 years, I am continually inspired by the personal transformation of young kids when they are acknowledged for their achievements and realize success beyond their own beliefs and expectations.
I told my son that every child should have the opportunity to experience the elation of receiving an award and that there were so many who could not afford to play organized sports. I decided at that moment these unwanted trophies should be recycled, and reused for the benefit of future “repeat” champions, and help create an eco-friendly environment.”
“Someone’s trash would become another person’s treasure.”
Sarino Genovese,
Founder, President
Repeat Champions Foundation Inc.
Repeat Champions spreads the joy of winning, one recycled trophy at a time. By extending the life of trophies and rewarding new winners, we believe every child matters and deserves to feel like a champion!
Our Vision:
At Repeat Champions Foundation, we believe every child deserves to feel like a champion. Our vision is to recycle and repurpose trophies—keeping them out of landfills and placing them into the hands of new young champions. By repeating the cycle of recognition, we pass on a legacy of pride, encouragement, and hope.We strive to build communities where children and teens are seen, celebrated, and empowered. Every child matters, and every child should experience the joy of being recognized.Together, we can reward more youth, reduce waste, and build a more inclusive future—one trophy at a time.
Our Core Values:
At Repeat Champions Foundation, we believe every child has inherent worth and deserves to be celebrated—especially those who are often overlooked. We serve deserving youth, including those from underserved and under-resourced communities who may not have the means to access rep sports or structured programs. We recognize the unique gifts of young people and the power of community in helping them thrive. Through our programs and partnerships, we donate with the hope of positively impacting not only the children, but also their families and support systems. We are committed to sustainability by giving new life to trophies, and we champion inclusion, ensuring every child feels seen, supported, and valued. At our core, we build stronger communities—one young champion at a time.