Yearly Holiday Partnership Supports Local Children in Greater Somerset County YMCA’s Youth Development Programs
Bridgewater, N.J. (January 20, 2026) – JAG Physical Therapy, one of the fastest growing comprehensive physical and occupational therapy practices providing rehabilitative care to patients and sports teams in over 170 locations across the Northeast, proudly hosted the annual Teddy Bear Toss event in partnership with Princeton Athletics this December. Over 500 stuffed animals were donated to children Greater Somerset County YMCA’s child care and youth development programs.
JAG Physical Therapy and Princeton Athletics once again selected Greater Somerset County YMCA as the recipient for the 2025 Teddy Bear Toss. At this annual holiday philanthropic event, donations were gathered across four Princeton Men’s and Women’s Hockey and Basketball games, where fans were encouraged to toss brand new stuffed animals onto the court or rink following their team's first goal of the game.
An ongoing initiative between JAG Physical Therapy and Princeton Athletics, the Teddy Bear Toss event has been in momentum since the partnership began in 2021. The YMCA's commitment to strengthening the community by inspiring children and teens to reach their full potential and improving the health and well-being of people of all ages is aligned with that of JAG Physical Therapy and its partners.
“It is of great honor for the entire JAG Physical Therapy team and myself to bring holiday joy, increased opportunities, and support to local children through another successful Teddy Bear Toss initiative,” said John Gallucci Jr., CEO of JAG Physical Therapy. “We look forward to this annual event with Princeton Athletics each year, as it supports the children in Greater Somerset County YMCA’s important programs and advances joint initiatives that involve our community.”
The 2025 Teddy Bear Toss achieved consistent success, once again gathering over 500 stuffed animals to spread holiday cheer among the children in Greater Somerset County YMCA’s programs.
“On behalf of the children and families, I thank JAG Physical Therapy, Princeton University Athletics, and the community members who donated stuffed animals. We are grateful for your thoughtfulness that brought warmth, love, and joy this holiday season, particularly for the families in our financial assistance program,” commented David M. Carcieri, president and CEO of Greater Somerset County YMCA.
“Each year, our fans look forward to our Teddy Bear Toss games, and the excitement builds ahead of each event. The pure joy in the faces of our fans, young and old, as they participate is evident each night,” said John Mack, Ford Family Director of Athletics for Princeton “Princeton Athletics is proud to partner with JAG Physical Therapy and the Greater Somerset YMCA to spread holiday cheer and create lasting memories.”
JAG Physical Therapy and Princeton Athletics look forward to continuously supporting the YMCA’s mission, reflecting the shared dedication to well-being and giving back to local individuals and communities.
About JAG Physical Therapy
JAG Physical Therapy is one of the fastest growing comprehensive physical and occupational therapy practices providing rehabilitative care to patients and sports teams in over 170 locations throughout New York City’s five boroughs, as well as in New Jersey, Westchester, Rockland, Long Island, and Pennsylvania. JAG Physical Therapy specializes in general orthopedic, sports and soft tissue injuries with a personalized treatment plan for each patient. JAG Physical Therapy is the official provider of physical therapy for sports teams such as the New Jersey Devils, Columbia University Athletics, and Princeton University Athletics. For more information on JAG Physical Therapy, visit jagpt.com and find JAG on X, Facebook, and Instagram.