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Sports helped Dajah Horsey and Malika Douglas fight food insecurity

Studies and data show that girls who participate in sports are more likely to lead healthy and productive lives. For those without enough to eat, this is especially important.

Malika Douglas, center, who once played basketball at Mastery North, was in and out of homeless shelters during her school years. Malika eventually moved in with Coach Damien Abrams right,, his wife Samech, left, and his family. She poses with the Abrams while visiting the Abrams home on Dec. 5, 2019.
Malika Douglas, center, who once played basketball at Mastery North, was in and out of homeless shelters during her school years. Malika eventually moved in with Coach Damien Abrams right,, his wife Samech, left, and his family. She poses with the Abrams while visiting the Abrams home on Dec. 5, 2019.Read moreCHARLES FOX / Staff Photographer
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