The Ward Y in Abingdon

Anthony Strickland, Executive Director

Hello! I am Anthony Strickland, Executive Director of the Ward Y in Abingdon, and I am excited to meet you. I have had the privilege of working in the incredible Y community for over 13 years through various leadership roles in multiple Ys across Pennsylvania and Delaware. I am excited to bring my passion to the Y in Central Maryland to support you and your family's health and well-being and ensure a positive member experience.

The Y is where my passion and purpose align. (Do what you love, love what you do!) I thoroughly enjoy working with my team and our Y members to build a community where everyone thrives. Every day, I get to make at least one person’s day better, which makes my day better. I share a personal philosophy with the late, great Chadwick Boseman: “Lead with empathy—now more than ever, because kindness costs nothing at all; it only gives.”

I look forward to building community with you! 
 

Leadership Team

• Executive Director: Anthony Strickland
• Membership Director: April Cheatham
• Program Director: Logan Wilson
• Fitness Director: Michelle Morrow
• Swim Director: Kevonte Blackwell