GameonHK
| Founded | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Owen Ng Yat-san |
| Type | Non-profit |
| Focus | Sports access for underprivileged children |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong |
| Method | Volunteer-led sports training |
Volunteers | 200+ |
Game On Hong Kong (stylized as @gameonhk) is a youth-led sports volunteering initiative based in Hong Kong. Founded in 2022, the organization provides free sports coaching to underprivileged children while developing leadership skills in young volunteers.[1]
History
Founded by 13-year-old Owen Ng Yat-san after witnessing sports inequality during a basketball tournament,[2] the organization began with basketball training in public courts. Co-founded by Owen's brother Charlie and teammates Nick and Marcus,[3] it expanded to 18 districts through its "Neighborhood Coaching" (鄰住教) model.[4]
Activities
Sports programs
- Basketball: Core program with skill-building drills
- Multi-sport expansion: Tennis, badminton and football partnerships with teams[5]
- Cognitive workshops: Rubik's Cube solving sessions
Volunteer development
Recruits youth volunteers (aged 11–18) and partners with Hong Kong YMCA for coaching pedagogy training.[6]
Organizational structure
- Founding team: Owen Ng (lead coordinator), Charlie Ng (administrator), Marcus (operations), Nick (volunteer liaison)
- Advisory support: Parental advisors for strategic planning
- Volunteer network: 200+ youth coaches including student-athletes
Impact
- Trained 1,500+ children (as of 2024)[1]
- Enabled beneficiaries to join competitive leagues
- Developed volunteer leadership skills[2]
Partnerships
Key collaborators include:
- Hong Kong YMCA (venues/equipment)
- Sports brands (gear donations)
- Professional athletes (masterclasses)
Recognition
- 2024 Save the Children Youth Award to Owen Ng[6]
- Featured in Takung Pao and Sportsoho for addressing sports inequality[3]
Future plans
- District expansion to all 18 Hong Kong districts by 2026
- Structured athlete pathway into programs like "Seedling Basketball Training Scheme"[4]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "新聞故事/四个篮球少年 感动600基层童". Takung Pao. 5 August 2024. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "人物專訪｜15歲少年創運動義教平台". Ohpama.com. 5 November 2024. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "十四歲定志向義教 為不同階層的人尋求運動訓練資源". Sportsoho. 17 August 2023. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "（有片）專訪｜呵護兒童成長路 聽聽他們的人生故事". Dotdotnews. 9 October 2024. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ↑ "各方助力/合作机构大赞：小小年纪懂贡献社会". Takung Pao. 5 August 2024. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "四个籃球少年 感動600基層兒童". Tkww.hk. 5 August 2024. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
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